2017 – 2018
Florida Department of Education
Curriculum Framework 

Program Title:	Nursing Assistant (Acute and Long Term Care)
Program Type:	Career Preparatory
Career Cluster:	Health Science

	Secondary – Career Preparatory	
Program Number	8417210	
CIP Number	0317060201	
Grade Level	9-12, 30, 31 	
Standard Length	3 credits	
Teacher Certification	Refer to the Program Structure section.	
CTSO	HOSA: Future Health Professionals	
SOC Codes (all applicable) 	31-1014 Nursing Assistants
31-9099 Healthcare Support Workers, All Other	
CTE Program Resources 	http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml	

Purpose 

This program offers a sequence of courses that provides coherent and rigorous content aligned with challenging academic standards and relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for further education and careers in the Health Science career cluster; provides technical skill proficiency, and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to the academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills, and knowledge of all aspects of Health Science career cluster. 

This course is designed to prepare students for employment as nursing assistants SOC- 31-1014 (Nursing Assistants) in nursing homes, hospitals, or other health care facilities.

The content includes, but is not limited to, interpersonal skills, medical terminology, legal and ethical responsibilities, safe and efficient work, gerontology, nutrition, pet-facilitated therapy, health and safety including Cardio-pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) – heart saver level, and employability skills.

Additional Information relevant to this Career and Technical Education (CTE) program is provided at the end of this document.

Program Structure

This program is a planned sequence of instruction consisting of three courses and two occupational completion points. The two credit core is required as a prerequisite for all programs and options.  Secondary students completing the two required courses will not have to repeat the core in postsecondary.  When the recommended sequence is followed, the structure allows students to complete at specified points for employment or remain for advanced training or cross-training.  A student who completes the applicable competencies at any occupational completion point may either continue with the training program or exit as an occupational completer.

The two courses in the core are:

	8417100 - Health Science Anatomy and Physiology (Previously titled Health Science 1)
	8417110 - Health Science Foundations (Previously titled Health Science 2) 

To teach the courses listed below, instructors must hold at least one of the teacher certifications indicated for that course.

The following table illustrates the secondary program structure:

OCP	Course Number	Course Title	Teacher Certification	Length	SOC Code	Level	Graduation Requirement	
A	8417100	Health Science Anatomy and Physiology	ANY HEALTH OCCUP G*(See DOE approved list)
	1 credit	31-9099	3	EQ	
	8417110	Health Science Foundations		1 credit	31-9099	3	VO	
B	8417211	Nursing Assistant 3 	REG NURSE  7 G 
LPN 7 G*
PRAC NURSE @7  %7%G *(Must be a Registered Nurse)	1 credit	31-1014	3	VO	
(Graduation Requirement Abbreviations- EQ= Equally Rigorous Science, PA= Practical Arts, EC= Economics, VO= Career and Technical Education)

* The LPN 7 G district issued certification is a practical nurse. A practical nurse can only be utilized as an instructor of the CNA training program when they are supervised by the program coordinator which must be a registered nurse. Please refer to F.A.C. 64B9-15.005 for requirements.

Academic Alignment Table

Academic alignment is an ongoing, collaborative effort of professional educators specializing in the fields of science, mathematics, English/language arts, and Career and Technical Education (CTE). This initiative supports CTE programs by improving student performance through the integration of academic content within CTE courses. Career and Technical Education courses that have been aligned to the Next Generation Sunshine State Standards for Science and the Florida Standards for Mathematics and English/Language Arts will show the following data: the quantity of academic standards in the CTE course; the total number of standards contained in the academic course; and the percentage of alignment to the CTE course.

Courses	Anatomy/ Physiology
Honors	Astronomy     Solar/Galactic Honors	Biology 1	Chemistry 1	Earth-Space Science	Environmental Science	Genetics	Integrated Science	Marine Science 1 Honors	Physical Science	Physics 1	
8417100	46/87
53%	6/80
8%	52/83
63%	7/69
10%	26/67
39%	8/70
11%	21/69
30%	34/82
41%	9/66
14%	29/74
39%	6/72
8%	
8417110	17/87
20%	16/80
20%	32/83
39%	13/69
19%	28/67
42%	15/70
21%	14/69
20%	28/82
34%	18/66
27%	31/74
42%	12/72
17%	
8417211	35/87
40%	27/80
34%	6/83
7%	27/69
39%	4/67
6%	25/70
36%	28/69
41%	5/82
6%	23/66
35%	5/74
5%	26/72
36%	
**   Alignment pending review    						#   Alignment attempted, but no correlation to academic course

Courses	Algebra 1	Algebra 2	Geometry	English 1	English 2	English 3	English 4	
8417100	21/67
31%	9/75
12%	18/54
33%	14/46
30%	14/45
31%	#	#	
8417110	25/67
37%	15/75
20%	18/54
33%	22/46
48%	22/45
49%	25/45
56%	25/45
56%	
8417211	14/67
21%	17/75
23%	10/54
19%	8/46
17%	8/45
18%	17/45
38%	17/45
38%	
**   Alignment pending review    			#   Alignment attempted, but no correlation to academic course

Florida Standards for Technical Subjects 

Florida Standards (FS) for English Language Arts and Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects are the critical reading and writing literacy standards designed for grade 6 and above. These standards are predicated on teachers of history/social studies, science, and technical subjects using their content area expertise to help students meet the particular challenges of reading, writing, speaking, listening, and language in their respective fields. The FS for Mathematical Practices are designed for grades K-12 and describe varieties of expertise that educators at all levels should seek to develop in their students. These practices rest on important “processes and proficiencies” with longstanding importance in mathematics education.

Instructors must incorporate the Florida Standards for Technical Subjects and Mathematical Practices throughout instruction of this CTE program.  To access these standards, please click on the following link: http://www.fldoe.org/core/fileparse.php/5652/urlt/FloridaStandardsTechSubjects.rtf.  

Florida Standards for English Language Development (ELD)
English language learners communicate for social and instructional purposes within the school setting. ELD.K12.SI.1.1 

English Language Development (ELD) Standards Special Notes:
Teachers are required to provide listening, speaking, reading and writing instruction that allows English language learners (ELL) to communicate for social and instructional purposes within the school setting.   For the given level of English language proficiency and with visual, graphic, or interactive support, students will interact with grade level words, expressions, sentences and discourse to process or produce language necessary for academic success. The ELD standard should specify a relevant content area concept or topic of study chosen by curriculum developers and teachers which maximizes an ELL’s need for communication and social skills. To access an ELL supporting document which delineates performance definitions and descriptors, please click on the following link: http://www.cpalms.org/uploads/docs/standards/eld/SI.pdf.
For additional information on the development and implementation of the ELD standards, please contact the Bureau of Student Achievement through Language Acquisition at sala@fldoe.org.

Regulated Programs

Successful completion of this program from an approved school prepares the student for certification for employment as a Nursing Assistant in a nursing home, in accordance with Chapter 464.203, Florida Statutes.  To be approved, this program must be supervised by a registered nurse and follow the faculty qualifications set forth in 64B9-15.005 (3) (a) F.A.C. 

New programs must be approved by the Board of Nursing, Department of Health prior to enrolling students.

Those students who satisfactorily complete an approved course are eligible to apply to take the national nursing assistant examination being utilized in Florida, in accordance with Chapter 464.203, F.S.  This program includes both Acute and Long Term Care.

In accordance with 64B9-15.005 F.A.C., students will perform nursing skills in the clinical and simulated laboratory settings under the supervision of a qualified instructor. The recommended teacher/student ratio in the clinical area is 1 to 12, but the maximum is 1 to 15.  

In accordance with 64B9-15.006 F.A.C., clinical and simulated laboratory learning experiences must correlate with 80 hours of didactic instruction. In addition, a minimum of 40 hours clinical experiences must be obtained. Simulated labs are not a substitute for clinical experience. The clinical instruction shall include at least 20 hours of long term care clinical instruction in a licensed nursing home or licensed long term care facility.

In addition, students must have a minimum of 16 hours of training in communication and interpersonal skills, infection control, safety/emergency procedures, promoting residents’ independence, and respecting residents’ rights prior to any direct contact with a resident.

According to Section 400.211, F.S., persons who are enrolled in a state approved nursing assistant training program, approved by the department of education, may be employed by a licensed nursing home for a period of four months. However, the certification requirements must be met within four months of such initial employment. 

Common Career Technical Core – Career Ready Practices

Career Ready Practices describe the career-ready skills that educators should seek to develop in their students.  These practices are not exclusive to a Career Pathway, program of study, discipline or level of education.  Career Ready Practices should be taught and reinforced in all career exploration and preparation programs with increasingly higher levels of complexity and expectation as a student advances through a program of study. 

1. Act as a responsible and contributing citizen and employee. 

2. Apply appropriate academic and technical skills. 

3. Attend to personal health and financial well-being. 

4. Communicate clearly, effectively and with reason. 

5. Consider the environmental, social and economic impacts of decisions. 

6. Demonstrate creativity and innovation. 

7. Employ valid and reliable research strategies. 

8. Utilize critical thinking to make sense of problems and persevere in solving them. 

9. Model integrity, ethical leadership and effective management. 

10. Plan education and career path aligned to personal goals. 

11. Use technology to enhance productivity. 

12. Work productively in teams while using cultural/global competence. 

Standards

After successfully completing this program, the student will be able to perform the following:

Standards 1-27 encompass the Health Science Core: 

01.0	Analyze and interpret an overview of the human body, including organization and chemical process.
02.0	Apply correct medical terminology relating to body structure and function within a real-world application.
03.0	Evaluate cells and tissues microscopically and macroscopically and relate their specialized functions.
04.0	Analyze the integumentary system in relation to health and disease.
05.0	Analyze the skeletal system in relation to health and disease.
06.0	Analyze the muscular system in relation to health and disease.
07.0	Analyze the nervous system in relation to health and disease.
08.0	Analyze the endocrine system in relation to health and disease.
09.0	Analyze the cardiovascular/circulatory system in relation to health and disease.
10.0	Analyze the lymphatic and immune systems in relation to health and disease.
11.0	Analyze the respiratory system in relation to health and disease.
12.0	Analyze the digestive system in relation to health and disease.
13.0	Analyze the urinary system in relation to health and disease.
14.0	Analyze the both the male and female reproductive systems in relation to health and disease.
15.0	Identify and explain factors relating to genetics and disease.
16.0	Evaluate and apply the principles of disease transmission and control to real-world scenarios.
17.0	Demonstrate knowledge of the healthcare delivery system and health occupations.
18.0	Demonstrate the ability to communicate and use interpersonal skills effectively.
19.0	Demonstrate legal and ethical responsibilities.
20.0	Demonstrate an understanding of and apply wellness and disease concepts.
21.0	Recognize and practice safety and security procedures.
22.0	Recognize and respond to emergency situations.
23.0	Recognize and practice infection control procedures.
24.0	Demonstrate an understanding of information technology applications in healthcare.
25.0	Demonstrate employability skills.
26.0	Demonstrate knowledge of blood borne diseases, including HIV/AIDS.
27.0	Apply basic math and science skills.

Standards 28-39 encompass competencies specific to Nursing Assistant:

28.0	Use verbal and written communications specific to nurse assisting
29.0	Demonstrate legal and ethical responsibilities specific to nurse assisting
30.0	Perform physical comfort and safety functions specific to nurse assisting 
31.0	Provide personal patient care 
32.0	Perform patient care procedures
33.0	Apply principles of nutrition
34.0	Provide care for geriatric patients 
35.0	Apply the principles of infection control specific to nursing assisting 
36.0	Provide biological, psychological, and social support
37.0	Perform supervised organizational functions, following the patient plan of care
38.0	Assist with restorative (rehabilitative) activities 
39.0	Perform skills related to the hospital setting (optional) 

2017 – 2018
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards
Health Science Core: 

The first two courses in this program are referred to as the Health Science Core and consist of the courses Health Science Anatomy & Physiology (8417100) and Health Science Foundations (8417110). These courses were previously titled Health Science 1 and Health Science 2. To ensure consistency whenever these courses are offered, the standards and benchmarks for the health science core have been placed in a separate document. 

You can access the course outline by visiting this link: http://www.fldoe.org/core/fileparse.php/5652/urlt/health_sci_core_secondary_1718.rtf  

The two credit core is required as a prerequisite for all secondary programs except for Practical Nursing and Pharmacy Technician.  Secondary students completing the two required courses will not have to repeat the core in postsecondary.  When the recommended sequence is followed, the structure allows students to complete at specified points for employment or remain for advanced training or cross-training.  

Course Title: 	Health Science Anatomy & Physiology 
Course Number: 	8417100
Course Credit:	1

Course Description:
This course is part of the secondary Health Core consisting of an overview of the human body, both structurally and functionally with emphasis on the pathophysiology and transmission of disease.  Medical terminology is an integral part of the course.

You can access the course standards and benchmarks by visiting this link: http://www.fldoe.org/core/fileparse.php/5652/urlt/health_sci_core_secondary_1718.rtf 

Course Title: 	Health Science Foundations 
Course Number: 	8417110
Course Credit:	1

Course Description:
This course is part of the Secondary Health Core designed to provide the student with an in depth knowledge of the health care system and associated occupations.  Emphasis is placed on communication and interpersonal skills, use of technology, ethics and the development of critical thinking and problem solving skills.  Students may shadow professionals throughout the course.  

You can access the course standards and benchmarks by visiting this link: http://www.fldoe.org/core/fileparse.php/5652/urlt/health_sci_core_secondary_1718.rtf 

2017 – 2018
Florida Department of Education
Student Performance Standards

Course Title: 	Nursing Assistant 3  
Course Number: 	8417211
Course Credit:	1

Course Description:

This is a course designed to prepare the student to provide/assist with all aspects of activities of daily living for the adult patient in both hospital and nursing home settings.  The course, which is taught by a registered nurse, includes didactic instruction, skills practice in the laboratory and clinical experience.  Emphasis is also placed on the development of communication, interpersonal, problem solving and critical thinking skills.

Upon successful completion, the student is eligible to apply to sit for the Florida State Certified Nursing Assistant exam which qualifies as industry certification.  The course is an exit point with an OCP B completion.

Abbreviations: 
FS-M/LA = Florida Standards for Math/Language Arts
NGSSS-Sci = Next Generation Sunshine State Standards for Science

CTE Standards and Benchmarks	FS-M/LA	NGSSS-Sci	
28.0	Use verbal and written communications specific to nurse assisting–The student will be able to:			
28.01	Obtain specified data from patient and family.	LAFS.910.SL.1.1c
LAFS.910.RI.3.7
LAFS.1112.SL.1.1A,C LAFS.1112.RI.3.7		
28.02	Utilize verbal and written information to assist with the patient's plan of care. 	LAFS.910.SL.1.1c LAFS.910.RI.3.7
LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D,C
LAFS.1112.L.1.1
LAFS.1112.RI.3.7		
28.03	Demonstrate use of the communication system.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
29.0	Demonstrate legal and ethical responsibilities specific to nurse assisting–The student will be able to:			
29.01	Demonstrate legal and ethical behavior within the role and scope of nursing assistant responsibilities.	LAFS.1112.RI.3.8		
29.02	Describe the purpose of the chain of communication (i.e., to resolve patient or employee problems.)	LAFS.910.RI.2.4 LAFS.910.SL.2.4
LAFS.1112.W.1.2 LAFS.1112.RI.2.4 LAFS.1112.SL.2.4		
29.03	Follow policies and procedures affecting the health, safety, and well-being of patients.			
29.04	Recognize and report signs of substance abuse. 	LAFS.1112.RI.1.1
LAFS.1112.W.2.4
LAFS.1112.SL.2.4		
29.05	Demonstrate the understanding of vulnerable population abuse and reporting procedures per agency.			
29.06	Follow legal guidelines in documentation. 	LAFS.1112.RI.3.8		
29.07	Demonstrate methods regarding risk management including prevention and quality of care.			
29.08	Exhibit behavior supporting and promoting patients’ and/or residents' rights.  	LAFS.1112.SL.2.4		
29.09	Recognize that a C.N.A. must self-report any crimes they’ve been involved in within 30 days of the offense in accordance with (FS 456.0727(1) w). 			
29.10	Discuss Florida certified nursing assistant rules including role limitations.			
29.11	Recognize potential for and prevention of medical errors.			
29.12	Discuss proper procedures to follow regarding medical errors.			
30.0	Perform physical comfort and safety functions specific to nurse assisting–The student will be able to:			
30.01	Maintain patient units and equipment.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
30.02	Maintain service areas on the units including supplies and equipment. 	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
30.03	Observe, report, and record changes in the patient's behavior daily, including mental awareness. 	LAFS.1112.RI.1.2
LAFS.1112.W.1.2B		
30.04	Adjust bed and side-rails.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
30.05	Lift, hold, and transfer patients including the use of the various assistive devices and equipment, utilizing proper body mechanics and patient safety measures. 	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
30.06	Turn and position patient. 	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
30.07	Demonstrate the proper use of a gait belt in both transfer and ambulation.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
30.08	Transfer patient to stretcher.    	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
30.09	Apply protective devices as directed (e.g., vest and belt). 	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
30.10	Apply comfort devices as directed (e.g., foot-board, overbed cradle, alternating pressure mattress).	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
30.11	Assist patient to dangle.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
30.12	Assist patient in ambulation, including the use of crutch, cane, or walker. 	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
30.13	Assist patient in using wheelchair.			
30.14	Assist patient with care and use of prosthetic/orthotic devices. 			
30.15	Describe emergency procedures utilized in the clinical area(s). 	LAFS.910.W.I.2.c LAFS.910.W.1.2.d LAFS.910.W.1.2.e LAFS.910.SL.2.4
LAFS.1112.SL.2.4 LAFS.1112.W.1.2.c,d,e		
30.16	Implement appropriate regulatory and accrediting agency patient safety guidelines.  			
31.0	Provide personal patient care--The student will be able to:			
31.01	Give bed bath; observe and report changes in patient including skin and level of consciousness.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
31.02	Administer back rub.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
31.03	Assist with shower or tub bath, including the use of specialty tubs.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
31.04	Assist patient with sink, tub, shower, or bed shampoo.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
31.05	Demonstrate the use of a safety and/or electric razor to shave the patient. 	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
31.06	Groom patient, including hair, skin, foot, hand and nail care.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
31.07	Assist with and/or administer oral hygiene including denture care.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
31.08	Assist patient with toileting using various types of restorative and rehabilitative equipment.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
31.09	Assist patient to dress.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
31.10	Assist patient with meals.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
31.11	Assist with bowel and bladder training.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
31.12	Assist and/ or provide perineal care.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
31.13	Empty, measure and record urinary output and/or drainage.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
31.14	Assist patient with both donning and doffing prosthesis and brace. 			
31.15	Demonstrate application and use of a leg bag, leg strap and dignity bag. 			
31.16	Monitor and assist with the drainage of urostomy bags and colostomy bags. 			
32.0	Perform patient care procedures–The student will be able to:			
32.01	Demonstrate ability to accurately measure, record and report vital signs. 	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1
MAFS.912.N-Q.1.1
MAFS.912.N-Q.1.3
MAFS.912.S-ID.2.5
MAFS.912.S-ID.2.6B		
32.02	Assist with the admission of a patient and/or resident.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
32.03	Assist with transfer of patient.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
32.04	Assist with discharge of patient.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
32.05	Make unoccupied/occupied bed.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
32.06	Measure and record patient's height and weight.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1

MAFS.912.N-Q.1.1
MAFS.912.N-Q.1.3
MAFS.912.S-ID.2.5
MAFS.912.S-ID.2.6B		
32.07	Assist patient in passive range-of-motion exercises.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
32.08	Apply anti-embolic hose and sequential compression devices.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
32.09	Collect, strain, and/or test routine urine specimen.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
32.10	Collect timed urine specimen.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1
MAFS.912.N-Q.1.3		
32.11	Collect clean-catch (midstream-voided) urine specimen.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
32.12	Record fluid intake and output (I&O).	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1
MAFS.912.N-Q.1.1
MAFS.912.N-Q.1.3
MAFS.912.S-ID.2.5
MAFS.912.S-ID.2.6B		
32.13	Observe, record, and report patient's emesis. 	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1
MAFS.912.N-Q.1.3		
32.14	Monitor and provide with care of urinary catheters and drainage systems for both males and females.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
32.15	Assist with ostomy care including emptying or changing ostomy bags that do not adhere to the skin. 	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
32.16	Collect stool specimen.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
32.17	Perform postmortem care.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
32.18	Maintain patient-belongings list.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
32.19	 Assist the nurse with care of the patient with complex medical needs.  	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
32.20	Assist with the collection of a sputum specimen. 	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
33.0	Apply principles of nutrition–The student will be able to:		SC.912.L.18.1
SC.912.L.18.2
SC.912.L.18.4	
33.01	Identify nutrients and food groups. 	LAFS.910.RI.1.2
LAFS.1112.RI.3.8 
LAFS.1112.RI.1.2		
33.02	Explain regional, cultural, and religious food references.	LAFS.910.W.1.2c,d,e 
LAFS.910.SL.2.4
LAFS.1112.SL.1.2 LAFS.1112.W.1.2c,d,e LAFS.1112.SL.2.4		
33.03	Describe special diets.	LAFS.910.W.1.2c,d,e 
LAFS.910.SL.2.4
LAFS.1112.RI.3.8 LAFS.1112.W.1.2c,d,e LAFS.1112.SL.2.4		
33.04	Prepare a basic food plan.	LAFS.1112.RI.3.8
MAFS.912.N-Q.1.1
MAFS.912.N-Q.1.3		
33.05	Check patient's diet tray for accuracy.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.2		
33.06	Demonstrate knowledge of the need for thickened liquids and fluid consistency.			
33.07	Identify methods of maintaining fluid balance including forcing and restricting fluids.	LAFS.910.RI.1.2
LAFS.1112.RI.1.2		
33.08	Monitor and document Nutritional Intake. 			
34.0	Provide care for geriatric patients–The student will be able to:			
34.01	Identify methods and procedures to prevent pressure ulcers. 			
34.02	Identify methods to prevent falls in the elderly. 			
34.03	Identify safety principles as related to the elderly.	LAFS.910.RI.1.2 
LAFS.1112.RI.1.3 LAFS.1112.RI.1.2		
34.04	Describe general characteristics, particular needs, and problems of the elderly.	LAFS.910.RI.2.4
LAFS.1112.RI.1.3 LAFS.1112.RI.2.4		
34.05	Identify attitudes and living habits that promote positive mental and physical health for the elderly.	LAFS.910.RI.1.2
LAFS.1112.RI.1.3 LAFS.1112.RI.1.2		
34.06	Distinguish between fact and fallacy about the aging process.	LAFS.1112.W.3.8		
34.07	Identify the need for community resources and services available to the elderly and their family.	LAFS.910.W.3.7 LAFS.910.W.3.8
LAFS.1112.RI.1.3
LAFS.1112.W.2.6 LAFS.1112.W.3.7 LAFS.1112.W.3.8		
34.08	Apply reality orientation techniques and validation therapy unless it is contraindicated by the patient diagnosis (Alzheimer’s or Dementia).	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1B
LAFS.1112.SL.2.5		
34.09	Provide and involve patients in diversional activities.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1B
LAFS.1112.SL.2.5		
34.10	Identify common alterations in elderly patient behavior.	LAFS.910.RI.1.2 LAFS.910.RI.2.4
LAFS.1112.SL.1.1B LAFS.1112.RI.1.2 		
34.11	Provide care for patients with special needs (e.g., impaired hearing, impaired vision, immobility, impaired body functions, cognitively impaired (dementia)).	LAFS.1112.SL.2.5		
34.12	Recognize and respond appropriately to symptoms of common diseases, including dementia, depression/suicide and Alzheimer’s.	LAFS.1112.RI.3.7		
34.13	Demonstrate awareness of common behaviors in drug use and abuse in the elderly.			
34.14	Report concerns to the nurse related to drug use and abuse in the elderly patient.			
34.15	Identify components of the grief process. 			
34.16	Demonstrate an understanding of end of life care, hospice and palliative care.			
35.0	Apply the principles of infection control specific to nursing assisting–The student will be able to:			
35.01	Provide care for patients with infectious diseases applying the principles of "Standard Precautions" utilized with all patients as well as special procedures required.	LAFS.1112.SL.2.5		
35.02	Set up isolation unit using proper personal protective equipment (PPE) for all types of isolation including donning and removing PPE appropriately.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
35.03	Follow isolation procedure with food tray, garments, and other materials.	LAFS.1112.SL.2.5		
35.04	Collect specimen from patient in isolation.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
36.0	Provide biological, psychological, and social support–The student will be able to:			
36.01	Discuss family roles and their significance to health.	LAFS.910.SL.1.1a
LAFS.1112.SL.1.1A,D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1 		
36.02	Respond to patient and family emotional needs.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
37.0	Perform supervised organizational functions, following the patient plan of care–The student will be able to:			
37.01	Organize patient-care assignments.	LAFS.1112.W.4.1		
37.02	Complete assignments accurately and in a timely manner.	LAFS.1112.W.4.1
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
38.0	Assist with restorative (rehabilitative) activities–The student will be able to:			
38.01	List the purposes of restorative (rehabilitation) program.	LAFS.910.W.1.2e LAFS.910.W.2.4
LAFS.1112.W.1.2e LAFS.1112.W.2.4
LAFS.1112.W.2.6		
38.02	Assist patient with specified restorative (rehabilitation) needs.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
38.03	Assist patients/residents to reach the optimum level of independence.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
39.0	Perform skills related to the hospital setting (optional) –The student will be able to:		SC.912.L.14.11
SC.912.L.14.14
SC.912.L.14.51
SC.912.L.14.6
SC.912.L.14.38
SC.912.L.14.39
SC.912.L.14.44	
39.01	Care for hospital equipment and supplies.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
39.02	Transfer patient to stretcher.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
39.03	Assist patient to apply binders.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
39.04	Care for patient in skin and skeletal traction.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
39.05	Assist with pre-operative and post-operative patient care.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
39.06	Reinforce dressings under the supervision of the RN/LPN. 	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
39.07	Obtain and record an apical pulse.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1
MAFS.912.N-Q.1.3		
39.08	Obtain and record an apical-radial pulse.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1
MAFS.912.N-Q.1.3		
39.09	Obtain and record pedal pulse.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
39.10	Provide cast care and/or pin care.	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		
39.11	Provide care for eye glasses, artificial eyes, and contact lens. 	LAFS.1112.SL.1.1D
LAFS.1112.L.1.1		

Additional Information

Laboratory Activities

Laboratory investigations that include scientific inquiry, research, measurement, problem solving, emerging technologies, tools and equipment, as well as, experimental, quality, and safety procedures are an integral part of this career and technical program/course. Laboratory investigations benefit all students by developing an understanding of the complexity and ambiguity of empirical work, as well as the skills required to manage, operate, calibrate and troubleshoot equipment/tools used to make observations. Students understand measurement error; and have the skills to aggregate, interpret, and present the resulting data. Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on experiences for students.

Special Notes

MyCareerShines is an interactive resource to assist students in identifying their ideal career and to enhance preparation for employment. Teachers are encouraged to integrate this resource into the program curriculum to meet the employability goals for each student.  Access MyCareerShines by visiting: www.mycareershines.org. 

The course Anatomy and Physiology (2000350) or Anatomy and Physiology Honors (2000360) may be substituted for the course Health Science Anatomy & Physiology (8417100).   

The course Health Science Anatomy & Physiology (8417100) is designated as an equally rigorous (EQ) science credit. 

Students completing this program and the course Home Health Aide 3 have met the requirements for, and may be known as, Patient Care Assistants.

Following the completion of Health Science 1 and Health Science 2, the student is eligible to take the National Health Care Foundation Skill Standards Assessment with instructor approval and the completion of a portfolio.

This program meets the Department of Health HIV/AIDS Domestic Violence and Prevention of Medical Errors education requirements.  Upon completion of this program, the instructor will provide a certificate to the student verifying that these requirements have been met.

If students in this program are seeking a licensure, certificate or registration through the Department of Health, please refer to 456.0635 F.S. for more information on disqualification for a license, certificate, or registration through the Department of Health. 

Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)

HOSA: Future Health Professionals is the intercurricular career and technical student organization providing leadership training and reinforcing specific career and technical skills. Career and Technical Student Organizations provide activities for students as an integral part of the instruction offered.

Cooperative Training – OJT

On-the-job training is appropriate but not required for this program.  Whenever offered, the rules, guidelines, and requirements specified in the OJT framework apply. 

Accommodations

Federal and state legislation requires the provision of accommodations for students with disabilities as identified on the secondary student’s Individual Educational Plan (IEP) or 504 plan or postsecondary student’s accommodations’ plan to meet individual needs and ensure equal access. Accommodations change the way the student is instructed. Students with disabilities may need accommodations in such areas as instructional methods and materials, assignments and assessments, time demands and schedules, learning environment, assistive technology and special communication systems. Documentation of the accommodations requested and provided should be maintained in a confidential file.

In addition to accommodations, some secondary students with disabilities (students with an IEP served in Exceptional Student Education (ESE)) will need modifications to meet their needs.  Modifications change the outcomes or what the student is expected to learn, e.g., modifying the curriculum of a secondary career and technical education course.  Note: postsecondary curriculum and regulated secondary programs cannot be modified.

Some secondary students with disabilities (ESE) may need additional time (i.e., longer than the regular school year), to master the student performance standards associated with a regular Occupational Completion Point (OCP) or a Modified Occupational Completion Point (MOCP).  If needed, a student may enroll in the same career and technical course more than once.  Documentation should be included in the IEP that clearly indicates that it is anticipated that the student may need an additional year to complete an OCP/MOCP.  The student should work on different competencies and new applications of competencies each year toward completion of the OCP/MOCP.  After achieving the competencies identified for the year, the student earns credit for the course.  It is important to ensure that credits earned by students are reported accurately.  The district’s information system must be designed to accept multiple credits for the same course number for eligible students with disabilities.

Additional Resources

For additional information regarding articulation agreements, Bright Futures Scholarships, Fine Arts/Practical Arts Credit and Equivalent Mathematics and Equally Rigorous Science Courses please refer to:
http://www.fldoe.org/academics/career-adult-edu/career-tech-edu/program-resources.stml