Program Information

Prerequisites

• Attend the BACN. orientation (1st day of class)
• Successfully pass the Entrance Assessment Test with a score of 150 or higher in English and 150 or higher in Math. Must have basic English and Mathematic skills
• Proof of good health: A report which includes a medical history, physical examination and PPD test or CXR signed by a healthcare provider performing the physical examination shall be provided to the institution indicating that the student does not have any health condition that would create a hazard to him/her and patients or visitors. Due before clinical training begins.
• Must be free from conviction by any court (other than minor traffic convictions) or have clearance from the California Department of Health Services.  Submit completed Livescan form before clinical training begins.
• Must be able to exert 20-50 lbs of force occasionally, 10-25 lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs of force constantly to move objects.

Instructor
FACULTY
The Theory and Clinical education is taught by a team of highly experienced faculty consisting of dedicated instructors, RNs, and LVNs from various specialty areas.  They are chosen for their commitment to teaching and clinical expertise.  The faculty and staff are committed to provide the best possible educational environment and instruction to established curriculum.

Attendance
Students are expected to attend all class sessions and clinical time.  The instructor must be notified in advance in the event of unavoidable absences.  It is mandatory for the absent student to make up missed theory or clinical class.  The absent student has to make up missed theory class prior to attending clinical hours.  B.A.C.N. reservesone absence incurred during the course program.

EACH CLINICAL MAKE-UP CLASS SHALL BE PAID FOR BY EACH STUDENT AT THE HOURLY RATE OF THE INSTRUCTOR PLUS A $75.00 ADMINISTRATIVE FEE. Changes in the daily schedule should only be prearranged with and preauthorized by the Director.  Discontinuation of classes may occur if there are less than 10 students in a class.  Every effort to inform the students about the cancellation or change will be made.

Teaching Strategies
Lecture, Discussion, Audiovisuals, Selected Readings, Clinical Experiences, Group and Individual Conferences, Return Demonstration

Course Title
Nursing Assistant Training Program

Topic Outline

1. Introduction to Healthcare and the Role of the Nursing Assistant
2. Patient Rights
3. Communication and Interpersonal Skills
4. Safe Environment
5. Body Mechanics
6. Principles of Asepsis
7. Weights and Measures
8. Resident Care skills
9. Resident Care Procedures
10. Vital Signs
11. Nutrition
12. Emergency Procedures
13. Long Term Care Resident
14. Rehabilitative/Restorative Care
15. Observation and Charting
16. Death and Dying

Final Grades

Records
The student’s records shall be maintained on a computer disk and a second set of records shall be kept at the Director’s home office for safekeeping and storage for a period of five years.  The file of each student shall contain the following:

• Student written records and documents signed by the student, including contracts and instruments of indebtedness.
• Copies of assignment results, enrollment/withdrawal/completion dates.
• Transcript of records or classes either completed or were attended but not completed including grades or evaluations.
• Copies of receipts issued to students for payments made.
• In case of refunds, documents showing the amount   refunded, date refund was made, the check number and the name and address of the person or entity to which the refund was sent to.
• Copies of any official advisory notices or warnings regarding student’s progress.

Please Note

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) (20 U.S.C. § 1232g; 34 CFR Part 99) is a Federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. The law applies to all schools that receive funds under an applicable program of the U.S. Department of Education. FERPA gives parents certain rights with respect to their children’s education records. These rights transfer to the student when he or she reaches the age of 18 or attends a school beyond the high school level.

The HIPAA Privacy Rule provides federal protections for personal health information held by covered entities and gives patients an array of rights with respect to that information. At the same time, the Privacy Rule is balanced so that it permits the disclosure of personal health information needed for patient care and other important purposes.

FERPA and HIPAA forms are available at the main campus in Palo Alto.

Notice of Cancellation
You may cancel the contract for school if you deemed the necessity to do so.  If you cancel, any payment made and any negotiable instrument signed by the student shall be returned within 10 days following the school’s receipt of your cancellation notice.  B.A.C.N. does not loan any equipment.  However, in cases where the school issued the student any equipment, this should be returned within the 10 days from the date the cancellation date was signed.  If the equipment has not been returned within that period, the cost of equipment will be deducted from the refundable amount.  However, the amount charged for each item of equipment shall not exceed the equipment’s fair market value.  The school is required to refund any amount over that as provided above, in which case the student will no longer be required to return the equipment which has already been paid for.

For cancellation of contracts, mail or deliver signed and dated copy of the cancellation of notice or any written notice to:

Office of the Director
BAY AREA COLLEGE OF NURSING, INC. (B.A.C.N., INC.)
824 San Antonio Rd.
Palo Alto, California 94303

Please note that cancellations made over the telephone or simply by not showing up in class will not be accepted.
Cancellations should be made in writing.

Incase of complaints, questions or problems which you cannot work out with the school, write or call:

The Director
Department of Consumer Affairs
1625 North Market Boulevard, Suite N 112
Sacramento, CA 95834
P.O. Box 980818 West Sacramento, CA 95798-0818
Tel. No: (800) 952-5210

Complaints
B.A.C.N. designates the School Director to receive and resolve all student complaints.  She shall be reasonable accessible for reasonable periods of time before or after class sessions and during the range of time in which students are scheduled to attend the institution.

A student may lodge a complaint in writing/orally to any school official who is responsible in reporting complaints to the School Director for resolution.  Within 10 days upon receipt of a written complaint, a summary of the investigation and disposition will be provided and if applicable, the reasons for refection.  The disposition of the student’s complaint shall not limit or waive any of the student’s rights or remedies.

The School Director Shall:

1. Investigate the complaint thoroughly, including conducting interviews with people involved and reviewing all documents relating or may potentially relate to the complaint.
2. Reject the complaint if, after investigation, was deemed unfounded or to compromise or resolve the complaint in any reasonable manner, including the payment of a refund
3. Record a summary of the complaint, its disposition and the reasons: place a copy of the summary, along with any other documents, in the student’s file, and make an appropriate entry in the log of student complaints.
4. If complaint is valid, involves violation of law and is not resolved within 30 days after it was first made by the student, notify the Bureau, the accrediting association, and law enforcement authorities of the complaint, investigation and resolution.  The School Director is not required to disclose any matter to the extent of her privilege.  If the authorized person does not provide all of the information required because of a claim of privilege, the institution shall appoint another person who may lawfully claim that privilege to provide omitted information.
5. If the complaint is valid, determine what other students, if any, may have been affected by the same or similar circumstances and provide an appropriate remedy for those students.
6. Implement reasonable policies or procedures to avoid similar complaints in the future.
7. Communicate directly to any person in control regarding complaints, their investigation and resolution or lack thereof.

Notice of Student Rights

1. You may cancel your contract for school on the second business day following your first class session as described in the Notice of Cancellation form that will be given to you on the first class you go to.  Read the Notice of Cancellation form for an explanation of your cancellation rights and responsibilities.  If you have lost your Notice of Cancellation form, ask the school for a sample copy.
2. After the end of the cancellation period, you also have the right to stop school at any time and you have the right to receive a refund for the part of the course not taken.  A request form for a refund should be received in writing and can only be processed during the term the student applied/registered for.  Your refund rights are described in the contract.  If you have lost your contract, ask the school for a description of the refund policy.
3. If the school closes before you graduated you may be entitled to a refund.  Contact the Department of Consumer Affairs.
4. You may also contact the Department if you have any complaints, questions or problems which cannot be worked out with the school.  Write or call:

The Director
Department of Consumer Affairs
1625 North Market Boulevard, Suite N 112
Sacramento, CA 95834
P.O. Box 980818 West Sacramento, CA 95798-0818
Tel. No: (800) 952-5210