(One year program for students in either grade 11 or 12 - 3 high school credits.) The nursing assistant program provides training in the care of patient needs, taking and recording vital signs, CPR training, bathing, feeding and caring for the sick and aged. Students that are eligible must take the state competency exam after successful completion of this program. The Nursing Assistant program can be completed in 1 year and meets the first 3 class periods of the day.