Nursing Assistant
3 courses · Cuesta College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Summer 2026 · Fall 2026
NAST 148 NURSING ASSISTANT
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3.3 hours per week: (3.34 lecture hours/0.00 lab hours/0.00 activity hours)
- Corequisite
- NAST 148L
Presents theory necessary for basic nursing care. Upon completion of this course, students are eligible to take the National Nurse Assistant Training and Assessment Program Test (NNAAP). Based on state background clearance and success on the NNAAP, students will obtain a certificate as a Certified Nurse Assistant in the state of California.
NAST 148L NURSING ASSISTANT LAB
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 6 hours per week: (0.00 lecture hours/6.00 lab hours/0.00 activity hours)
- Corequisite
- NAST 148
Presents skills necessary for basic nursing care. Requires supervised clinical experiences in a skilled nursing facility. Must be able to lift 50#. Upon completion of this course, students are eligible to take the National Nurse Assistant Training and Assessment Program Test (NNAAP). Based on state background clearance and success on the NNAAP, students will obtain a certificate as a Certified Nurse Assistant in the state of California.
NAST 193 NURSING ASSISTANT SPECIAL TOPIC
- Units
- 0.5 to 4
- Hours
- 0.5 to 4 hours per week: (0.50 - 4.00 lecture hours/0.00 - 0.00 lab hours/0.00 - 0.00 activity hours)
Examines a special topic in the field of study related to the discipline offering this course.