Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide

The Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide certificate program at Florida Career College-Orlando is a one- to two-year credential offered by this private for-profit institution in Orlando, FL. The program prepares students for entry-level roles supporting nurses and other clinical staff in a variety of healthcare settings, covering foundational patient care skills, safety procedures, and basic clinical competencies.

This program falls within the nursing and health sciences field (CIP 51.3902). Florida Career College-Orlando also offers related programs including Medical/Clinical Assistant, Pharmacy Technician/Assistant, Medical Insurance Specialist/Medical Biller, and Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician, all at the certificate level. Students interested in patient-facing healthcare roles at an accessible entry point may find this program a starting point toward broader healthcare employment.