Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Welcome to VGP Medical Career Institute
We are delighted to present our Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program—a stepping stone into a rewarding healthcare career. At VGP Medical Career Institute, our focus is on equipping students with real-world skills, compassionate care practices, and the knowledge needed to thrive in today’s healthcare settings.
About the CNA Program
The CNA Program prepares students to provide basic care to patients, assisting them in daily activities they might struggle with on their own. Our curriculum blends theory with hands-on practice, ensuring students are fully prepared for state certification and employment in various healthcare settings.
Why Become a CNA?
Certified Nursing Assistants are essential members of the healthcare team. With growing demand across hospitals, nursing homes, and home care agencies, CNAs enjoy strong job security, flexible work options, and meaningful work.
Program Overview
- Duration: 10 to 12 weeks (120 – 140 clock hours)
- Instruction: Hybrid (in-person and online), clinical externship
- Outcome: Eligibility to sit for State CNA Certification Exam
Admission Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Government-issued Photo ID
- Health Clearance & Background Check
- CPR Certification (included or submitted before externship)
What You Will Learn
|
Module |
Hours |
Description |
|
Introduction to Healthcare |
5 |
Overview of healthcare settings, team roles, and professional expectations. |
|
Medical Terminology & Anatomy |
10 |
Basic understanding of body systems and terminology used in patient care. |
|
Infection Control & Safety |
10 |
Hand hygiene, PPE use, OSHA standards, and patient safety protocols. |
|
Basic Patient Care |
15 |
Bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, toileting, ambulation, and hygiene. |
|
Vital Signs & Measurements |
10 |
Blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, intake/output. |
|
Communication Skills |
5 |
Effective communication with patients, families, and staff. |
|
Legal and Ethical Issues |
5 |
HIPAA, resident rights, scope of practice, ethical decision-making. |
|
Mental Health and Aging Process |
5 |
Understanding cognitive decline, dementia, and emotional needs of elderly. |
|
Skills Practice Lab |
20 |
Hands-on skills training in simulated clinical environments. |
|
Clinical Externship |
40–60 |
Supervised clinical experience in a long-term care facility. |
Program Delivery Methods
- Interactive lectures (in-person or online) using slides and discussions
- Skills lab sessions on campus with real-time instructor feedback
- Clinical practicum with supervised patient care at a healthcare facility
- Online assignments, quizzes, and communication tools via LMS
How You’ll Be Evaluated
- Quizzes & Exams: 30%
- Lab Skills: 30%
- Clinical Externship: 40%
Students must successfully pass all components to be eligible for CNA certification.
Contact Us
VGP Medical Career Institute
Phone: + (954) 643-5784
Email: vgpmedcarins.com
Website: www.vgpmedicalcareerinstitute.org
Medical Assistant Program
Program Description
The Medical Assistant Program at VGP Medical Career Institute is designed to prepare
students for entry-level employment in both administrative and clinical roles in a variety of
healthcare settings. Students will learn to perform clinical duties such as taking vital signs,
drawing blood, administering medications, and assisting with minor procedures, as well as
administrative functions such as scheduling, billing, and maintaining patient records.
This program aligns with the expectations and quality standards of the Georgia Nonpublic
Postsecondary Education Commission (GNPEC) and prepares graduates to sit for national
certification exams such as the CCMA (Certified Clinical Medical Assistant) or CMA (Certified
Medical Assistant).
Program Objectives
- Perform clinical skills such as EKGs, phlebotomy, and injections.
- Manage patient records and medical documentation in compliance with HIPAA.
- Assist in diagnostic procedures and physical exams.
- Demonstrate knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and medical terninology.
- Communicate professionally with patients and healthcare team members.
- Understand and apply legal and ethical standards in healthcare.
Program Length
Duration: 36–40 weeks (900–1,000 clock hours)
Credential Awarded: Diploma
Clock Hours Breakdown:
• Lecture/Classroom: 400 hours
• Skills Lab: 250 hours
• Clinical Externship: 250–300 hours
Admission Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Government-issued Photo ID
- Health Clearance & Immunization Record
- Background Check
- CPR/BLS Certification (offered as part of the program)
Delivery Method
- Lecture Delivery: In-person and/or online via LMS (Learning Management System)
- Skills Training: On-campus labs with instructor oversight
- Clinical Externship: Partner healthcare sites (hospitals, clinics, urgent care).
Assessment and Grading
- Quizzes and Unit Tests – 30%
- Lab Skill Assessments – 30%
- Midterm/Final Exam – 20%
- Clinical Externship Evaluation – 20%
- Students must maintain a 75% average and complete all competencies to graduate.
Certification Outcomes
Upon completion, students are eligible to take:
• CCMA – Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (NHA)
• CMA – Certified Medical Assistant (AAMA)
• RMA – Registered Medical Assistant (AMT).
Facility and Instructional Resources
- Fully equipped medical labs (exam tables, EKG machines, phlebotomy supplies)
- LMS access for remote content
- Licensed, experienced instructors
- Externship partnerships with clinics, urgent care centers, and physician offices.
Program Syllabus | ||
| Module | Hours | Content |
| Introduction to Medical Assisting | 20 | Role of the MA, healthcare systems, communication and professionalism |
| Medical Terminology | 40 | Word roots, prefixes, suffixes, abbreviations, body systems terminology |
| Anatomy and Physiology I | 40 | Body structure, systems overview and pathology |
| Anatomy and Physiology II | 40 | Nervous, endocrine,reproductive systems and diseases |
| Medical Law and Ethics | 20 | HIPAA, consent,confidentiality and legal terms |
| Pharmacology | 40 | Drug classifications, dosage calculations and medication administration |
| Clinical Procedures I | 60 | Vital signs, patient prep, physical exams and aseptic technique |
| Clinical Procedures II | 60 | Phlebotomy, EKGs, woundcare and minor surgical procedures |
| Laboratory Techniques | 40 | Specimen collection, urinalysis and CLIA-waived tests |
| Administrative Procedures | 40 | Scheduling, billing, insurance processing and EMRsystems |
| CPR and Emergency Procedures | 20 | First aid, CPR/BLS and emergency response |
| Professional Development | 20 | Resume writing, job search strategies and interview prep |
| Externship | 250 – 300 | Supervised clinical practice at approved healthcare sites |
Quarter 1 (Weeks 1–10)
- Orientation and Introduction to Medical Assisting
- Medical Terminology
- Anatomy and Physiology I
- Medical Law and Ethics
Quarter 2 (Weeks 11–20)
- Anatomy and Physiology II
- Pharmacology
- Clinical Procedures I
- Laboratory Techniques
Quarter 3 (Weeks 21–30)
- Clinical Procedures II
- Administrative Procedures
- CPR and Emergency Care
- Professional Development
Quarter 4 (Weeks 31–40)
- Clinical Externship (250–300 hours)
- Final Evaluation and Program Completion