This two-part course prepares the student to perform more complex nurse aide skills for patients/residents regardless of the setting. Emphasis is on infection control, oropharyngeal suctioning, established tracheostomy care, observation and maintenance of oxygen therapy, nutritional needs, wound care, and urinary and bowel elimination. In addition, CPR instruction, competency and certification are also included in the course. Each student is required to participate in classroom/lab and clinical components for successful completion of this course.