Cinematic Health
Exploring the Role of the Certified Nursing Assistant Specialization
Cinematic Health

Exploring the Role of the Certified Nursing Assistant Specialization

Learn About the Certified Nursing Assistant Role. Discover the essentials needed to start your caregiving career.

Melissa Mills

Instructor: Melissa Mills

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3 months to complete
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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
4.6

(6 reviews)

Beginner level

Recommended experience

3 months to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Learners will learn about the basic nursing care and other essential skills provided by CNAs.

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Taught in English
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March 2025

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Specialization - 3 course series

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

Category: Personal Care
Category: Rehabilitation
Category: Infection Control
Category: Medical Terminology
Category: Care Management
Category: Patient Positioning
Category: Caregiving
Category: Patient Safety
Category: Nursing Care
Category: Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
Category: Direct Patient Care
Category: Nursing Homes
Category: Vital Signs

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

Category: Infection Control
Category: Respiratory Care
Category: Chronic Diseases
Category: Cardiology
Category: Nursing Care
Category: Long Term Care
Category: Nursing Homes
Category: Medical Support
Category: Caregiving
Category: Geriatrics
Category: Behavior Management
Category: Nursing
Category: Psychiatric And Mental Health Nursing
Category: Patient Education and Support
Category: Pulmonology
Category: Vital Signs
Category: Nutrition and Diet
Category: Direct Patient Care
Category: Home Health Care and Assisted Living
Category: Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

Category: Developmental Disabilities
Category: Stress Management
Category: Professionalism
Category: Caregiving
Category: Empathy
Category: Patient Education and Support
Category: Mental and Behavioral Health
Category: Mental Health
Category: Communication Strategies
Category: Social Skills
Category: Cultural Sensitivity
Category: Communication

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Melissa Mills
Cinematic Health
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