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.

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3 months at 10 hours a week
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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject

(6 reviews)

Beginner level

Recommended experience

Flexible schedule
3 months at 10 hours a week
Earn a career credential
Share your expertise with employers

Overview

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

What’s included

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Taught in English
Recently updated!

March 2025

10 practice exercises

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  • Learn in-demand skills from university and industry experts
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Specialization - 3 course series

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

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

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

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

What you'll learn

Skills you'll gain

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

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Instructor

Melissa Mills
Cinematic Health
3 Courses623 learners

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