Health Sciences

Health Sciences programs prepare students for careers in nursing and allied health through academic study and applied learning experiences focused on patient-centered care, professional responsibility, and health system knowledge. Programs within Health Sciences emphasize foundational skills and competencies required across health care settings, including communication, safety, ethical practice, cultural responsiveness, and teamwork. Students gain exposure to the structure and function of the health care system and the roles of health care professionals while developing skills necessary for success in regulated and non-regulated health occupations. Health Sciences programs support career exploration, workforce preparation, and pathways into advanced education and licensure-based health professions.

HS V10 Certified Nurse Assistant 6 Units

Formerly: HS 10

In-Class Hours: 61.25 lecture, 131.25 laboratory

Enrollment Limitations: Admitted to the program. Criminal background clearance. Current CPR certification for health care provider (American Heart Association) or professional rescuer (American Red Cross). Current negative TB test or chest x-ray. Drug and alcohol clearance. Fingerprint clearance. Minimum age of 18. No acrylic or long nails in clinical settings. No felony convictions per California Penal Code. No visible tattoos or visible body piercings except single studs in earlobes. Physical examination demonstrating general good health. Proof of freedom from and immunity to communicable diseases.

This course will prepare the student to apply for certification to practice as a nurse assistant, providing care to clients in a variety of health care settings. Theory presentation will be coordinated with clinical practice in skilled nursing facilities to complete the state required curriculum including topics such as patient rights, interpersonal skills, safety, asepsis, clinical skills, nutrition, rehabilitation, documentation and death and dying. Upon completion of this course with a grade of C or better, the student will be eligible to take the certification exam from the California Department of Public Health.

Catalog Notes: Each student must have a valid Social Security Card (SSN) or an Individual Tax Identification Number (ITIN) to apply to the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) for certification and to obtain a background check; the California Department of Public Health may deny certification to those with criminal records.

Grade Modes: Letter Graded

Field Trips: May be required

Degree Applicability: Applies to Associate Degree

AA/AS GE: 7, E1

Transfer Credit: None

HS V12 Home Health Aide 2 Units

Formerly: HS 12

In-Class Hours: 26.25 lecture, 26.25 laboratory

Enrollment Limitations: Criminal background clearance. Current CNA certification. Current CPR certification for health care provider (American Heart Association) or professional rescuer (American Red Cross). Current negative TB test or chest x-ray. Drug and alcohol clearance. Fingerprint clearance. Minimum age of 18. No acrylic or long nails in clinical settings. No felony convictions per California Penal Code. No visible tattoos or visible body piercings except single studs in earlobes. Physical examination demonstrating general good health. Proof of freedom from and immunity to communicable diseases.

This course is designed to prepare the student to apply for employment and practice as a nurse assistant/home health aide, providing care to clients in the home or hospice setting who are unable to care for themselves.

Grade Modes: Pass/No Pass Grading

Degree Applicability: Not applicable for degree credit

AA/AS GE: None

Transfer Credit: None

HS V96 Work Experience Education in Health Science 1-14 Units

In-Class Hours: 54-756 paid cooperative

Prerequisites: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in HS V10

Advisories/Rec Prep: Students should contact the instructor and review the requirements for units of credit

Enrollment Limitations: Criminal background clearance. Current CPR certification for health care provider (American Heart Association) or professional rescuer (American Red Cross). Current negative TB test or chest x-ray. Department Chair approval. Drug and alcohol clearance. Fingerprint clearance. Minimum age of 18. No acrylic or long nails in clinical settings. No visible tattoos or visible body piercings except single studs in earlobes. Physical examination demonstrating general good health. Proof of freedom from and immunity to communicable diseases. Approval of ADN director; meet all clinical facility requirements, and completion of or concurrent enrollment in discipline courses.

This course offers students who are employed in the field an opportunity to expand their work experience related to their field of study. Students are accepted as a result of consultation with a designated faculty member in the discipline and the acceptance of an approved work proposal. Each unit of credit requires 54 hours of employment during the semester. Work Experience Education is available to all students.

Catalog Notes: Students may enroll in up to 14 units of work experience education per semester or term; There is no limit to the number of terms for which a student may enroll in work experience education.

Grade Modes: Pass/No Pass Grading

Repeatable for Credit: Course may be repeated up to a maximum of 14 units of credit.

Field Trips: May be required

Degree Applicability: Applies to Associate Degree

AA/AS GE: None

Transfer Credit: CSU

UC Credit Limitations: None

2026-2027
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