HEALTH AND MEDICAL SCIENCES ACADEMY

Nurse Assistant

CATEC is partnered with Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC),Blue Ridge Community College (BRCC), and local businesses to develop career and educational pathways in the areas of nursing, veterinary science, and emergency medicine.

PATHWAYS

Education Pathways

Program

Emergency Medicine

Nursing

Veterinary Science

Year

1 CATEC

2-3 PVCC

1 CATEEC

2-3 PVCC

1 CATEC

2+ BRCC

Credential

EMT-B

EMT- P

CNA

LPN

Small Animal Science and Technology Assessment

A.S.

Career Pathways

Health and Medical

Emergency Medical Technician

Paramedic

Certified Nurse Assistant

Licensed Practical Nurse

Veterinary Assistant

Veterinary Technician

COURSE INFORMATION

EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN

Class: EMT I & II

State Code: 8333, 8334

Duration: 1 year

Grade(s): Age 16 or older by start of school

Dual-Enrollment: PVCC – 12 credits

Credential(s): State Certified EMT-B, CPR, First Aid

Time(s): AM and PM

NURSE ASSISTANT

Class: Nurse Assistant I and II

State Code: 8360, 8362

Duration: 1 year

Grade(s): 11-12

Dual-Enrollment: PVCC – 11 credits

Credential(s): State Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), CPR, First Aid

Time(s): AM and PM

VETERINARY SCIENCE

Class: Veterinary Science I and II

State Code: 8088, 8089

Duration: 1 year

Grade(s): 10-12

Dual-Enrollment: BRCC – 12 credits

Credential(s): Small Animal Science and Technology Assessment

Time(s): PM Only