Start your health care career in under a year with CCC's Gerontology Nursing Assistant Certificate
Make a difference in older adult care. CCC's Nursing Assistant - Gerontology Specialist program combines classroom learning with hands-on clinical experience, preparing you to provide compassionate care for older adults. You'll gain valuable skills from dedicated instructors in a real-world setting, allowing you to start making a positive impact while boosting your earning power.
Get started on your rewarding path
Ready to launch your health care career? Contact us today to learn more about CCC's Nursing Assistant Nursing Assistant - Gerontology Specialist Career Pathway Certificate program!
For detailed description and outcomes for this program, view the course catalog.Required classes for the Nursing Assistant - Gerontology Specialist Career Pathway Certificate
Fulfill a growing demand for gerontology professionals
Learn the skills to foster meaningful relationships with older adults
- Providing gerontology-based care for older adults: You should learn to apply gerontological principles to deliver effective and respectful care to this population.
- Distinguishing between normal aging and age-related health conditions: Learn to differentiate between typical changes associated with aging and potential health issues, specifically focusing on chronic illnesses and dementia.
- Supporting older adults through grief: You should develop the skills to offer compassionate support to older adults experiencing various forms of loss, including the passing of loved ones.
Investing in your future
Clackamas Community College offers some of the lowest tuition rates in the Portland metro area. To begin building the cost for your program, you can start with the base estimate below.
This estimate includes the cost of tuition and the general fees applied per class and per academic term. This estimate does not include additional fees required for many courses or the cost of course materials. Contact the program to learn more about additional costs that may apply.
You can also find more information about the costs of attending CCC on the Tuition and Fees page.
Get help paying for college
Scholarships and grants (free money!) are available for students in this program. For help with financial aid and scholarships, contact the Financial Aid Resource Lab.