Patient Care
Overview
From Certified Nursing Assistant to Patient Care Technician, ASU-Newport's Patient care programs combine classroom instruction and clinical training with strong emphasis on technical skills, professional relationships, and workplace ethics. Our goal for all students is to function and participate as an effective member of the healthcare community and to support clients in the achievement of positive healthcare outcomes.
This program is not eligible for Financial Aid.
To be considered for the CNA program, an applicant must complete the following:
1. Official transcripts from High School or GED Program
2. Proof of two (2) MMR immunizations
3. Proof of a current Tetanus immunization
4. Proof of a current TB skin test
5. Proof of a current Influenza vaccination
6. Background Check (administered in the program)
7. Urine Drug Screen (administered in the program)
Length of Program: 7-8 weeks
Campus Availability: Newport, Jonesboro, Marked Tree
Course Availability: Fall, Spring & Summer
Click here to access previous Certificate of Proficiency Degree Plans
This program is not eligible for Financial Aid.
To be considered for the Phlebotomy program, an applicant must complete the following:
1. Official transcripts from High School or GED Program
2. Proof of two (2) MMR immunizations
3. Proof of a current Tetanus immunization
4. Proof of a current TB skin test
5. Proof of a current Influenza vaccination
6. Background Check (administered in the program)
7. Urine Drug Screen (administered in the program)
Campus Availability: Newport (Spring) and Jonesboro (Fall)
Course Availability: Spring & Fall
2023-2024 Phlebotomy degree plan
Click here to access previous Certificate of Proficiency Degree Plans
Length of Program: 1 Semester
Campus Availability: Newport, Jonesboro
Course Availability: Fall: Jonesboro, Spring: Newport, Summer: Newport
2023-2024 Patient Care Technician Degree Plan
Click here to access previous Certificate of Proficiency Degree Plans
Below is more information concerning financial aid eligibility.
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Academic Degree |
Title IV (Pell, Loans, FWS, and other federal grants) |
ASUN Institutional Scholarships |
Arkansas Department of Higher Education Scholarships |
Private Scholarships |
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Certificate of Proficiency |
Eligible |
Eligible |
Eligible |
Eligible |
Click here for more information about financial aid and scholarships.
If you have questions, please email financialaid@asun.edu .