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College Catalog 2026 - 2027

AHE-220 Advanced Patient Care Technician Skills

This course will provide advanced theory and skills for the nursing assistant moving into an acute care setting as a patient care technician. Prepares students to perform specialized clinical procedures in the patient care setting. Based on the understanding of scientific principles, anatomic structures and physiologic processes students develop skills across the life span. The student will be introduced to a blend of hands on patient interaction and clinical skills. This course is developed to prepare competent caregivers to practice advanced skills.
Class Meets 3 hrs lab; 2 hrs lec

Prerequisites Admission into program; AHE-120  minimum grade B-
Gen. Ed. Course No
Mass Transfer Course No
Notes This course is designed for the nursing assistant that is eligible to take the state nursing assistant certification exam.

Credits: 5