Certified Nurse Assistant Expanded Skills Courses

Pediatric Expanded Skills Certificate

This course is designed to provide the Nursing Assistant with an expanded knowledge and skill set related to the holistic care of infants, children, and adolescents. You will also gain knowledge and skills to prepare you to care for a range of pediatric clients including those with enteral feeding tubes, tracheostomies, seizures, and specialized respiratory therapy. The student will also learn strategies to communicate and encourage healthy development of children during each developmental stage. On successful completion, students will receive a PESC certificate. $699. 
Not eligible for tuition waivers.

5/14, 5/15, 5/16    4p to 9p    Online lecture via Zoom

6/3 & 6/10            4p to 8p     Lowell, MA  campus - skills lab

Course Number:  HLT 789-80    CRN:  20341

Students must have completed a DPH approved nurse assistant course to participate and submit proof of course completion OR state CNA license.

Grant funding available for underemployed or unemployed Massachusetts residents. 

To enroll or inquire email career_training@middlesex.mass.edu

Last Modified: 3/13/24