Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide

The Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide certificate program at New Mexico State University-Dona Ana is a one-to-two-year credential offered by this public institution in Las Cruces, NM. The program prepares students to provide basic patient care under the supervision of licensed nursing staff in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and other health care settings.

This program falls within the practical nursing and nursing assistant field (CIP 51.3902). New Mexico State University-Dona Ana also offers related programs including Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Civil Drafting and Civil Engineering CAD/CADD, Animation and Interactive Technology, System/Networking and LAN/WAN Management, and Culinary Arts/Chef Training, reflecting the range of programs available at this institution.