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Certificate for Nursing Assistants
Programme Overview

 


The Certificate for Nursing Assistants was developed in collaboration with the Bermuda Nursing Council. It prepares participants with the prerequisites needed to become registered with the Bermuda Nursing Council as nursing assistants in the health care industry. Participants will cover topics such as Vital signs; Medical Terminology, Caring for Seniors and others in Need of Medical Care; Professional Regulations, Legal and Ethical Issues in the Health Care Industry. 

Students will be prepared to work in health care agencies such as long-term care centres, hospitals, rehabilitation care facilities, hospices, clinics, adult day care centres, and community health.    Students entering this programme must be proficient in English and mathematics. Potential students will be assessed. Those needing support in English and or Math must successfully complete these requirements prior to enrolling in the programme.

 

 

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CURRICULUM

 

First Semester

Certificate for Nursing Assistants CCW 810 $1795.00
The Certificate for Nursing Assistants programme prepares participants to become registered Nursing Assistants with the Bermuda Nursing Council. This is a competency-based programme in which participants will demonstrate evidence of their learning under the watchful eyes of certified professional nurses. The practical experiences will take place throughout the programme in the Bermuda College Clinical Lab and in approved healthcare settings. This is a two-semester programme. Participants will cover topics such as vital signs, medical terminology, caring for seniors and others in need of medical care, professional regulations, and legal and ethical issues around the health care industry. There are internships in an approved clinical setting. Those entering this programme must be proficient in English and mathematics. Potential students will be assessed.

Aug 25 - Dec 3, 2025 - Mon/Wed 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Dr. S Smith and Mrs. D. Trott
CLINICALS 1x month - Sat./Sun., TBD

Second Semester

Nursing Assistant Practical    CCW 820 $1795.00
This module blends the practical and theoretical activities of nursing assisting, covering such topics as: taking vital signs, CPR, manual handling and more. The clinical provides practical, hands-on experiences in a diverse group of approved healthcare settings under the supervision of a certified nurse. This includes practical experience one weekend each month as well as a one-week, full-time clinical near the end of the programme. Pre-requisite CCW 810  

Jan 12 - Apr 22, 2026 - Mon/Wed 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Dr. S. Smith and Mrs. D. Trott
CLINICALS 1x month, TBD


Clinical Practicum   
The clinical provides practical, hands-on experiences in a diverse group of approved healthcare settings under the supervision of a certified nurse. This takes place one weekend each month, followed by a one-week, full-time clinical near the end of the programme. Pre-requisite CCW 810 & CCW 820

CLINICAL CAPSTONE 1 WEEK - Sunday to Sunday, TBD


Requirements

Those entering this programme must demonstrate proficiency in English and Math with proof of one of the following:

  1. CPT Scores meet the minimum requirement
    • Reading: 249
    • Sentence: 3-4
    • Elementary Algebra: 237
  2. An extended grade of C or above in Extended IGCSE Math and English
  3. IB scores of 5 and above in Math and English
  4. AP scores of 4 and above in Math and English
  5. College Level English and Math
  6. An Associate’s Degree or higher


Please send proof of one of the above to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Once it has been approved, students will receive an unconditional acceptance letter, which will request students to submit the following prior to the programme commencing:

  • Police Vetting Report from Bermuda Police Services
  • Hair Follicle Drug Screening (Employee Health Services, King Edward Memorial Hospital only)
  • Proof of valid Health Insurance
  • Tuberculosis (TB) Test
  • Hepatitis B Test and/or Shot as Required
  • Tetanus Shot
  • Influenza Shot
  • SCARS Training
  • Regular Covid-19 Testing
  • American Heart Foundation 2-person Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED)

 

Application & Registration Process

If you have not successfully met the eligibility requirements above, take the Computerized Placement Test (CPT) at Bermuda College.
View PDF on CPT Prep

Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to make an appointment. You must indicate that you are applying for the Certificate for Nursing Assistants. Please ensure that payment is made prior to booking, payment methods may be found here www.college.bm/index.php/payment. You may practice for the CPT by visiting this website: accuplacer.collegeboard.org

Email your transcript or CPT results to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to gain approval to register.

 

For more information contact the Programme Coordinator, Karen Smith - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. / 236-9000 Ext:4050

 

To satisfy requirements for graduation students must achieve a final programme (enrolment) GPA of at least 2.67 in the nursing programme. Upon successful completion, graduates will be competitively equipped with the knowledge and competencies to function as a professional nurse, and have the ability to apply for licensure through examination.

 

Candidacy Disclosure

 

Effective April 19, 2023,, the Associate of Science (Nursing) Program at the Bermuda College located in Paget, Bermuda is a candidate for initial accreditation by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. This candidacy status expires on April 19, 2025. Learn More.