Wheatland Nursing Academy & Allied Health in West Palm Beach, FL offers a variety of educational programs and training courses to students for pursuing a great career in the healthcare industry. All our technicians, teachers and education experts have years of experience in imparting quality education with a practical approach.
Mental Health Technician 40 Hours
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This program is designed for the student seeking employment as a Nurse Assistant in a long-term care facility or an adult living facility under the supervision of a licensed nurse. Students will also learn skills which can be applied in acute-care settings as well. Program Length 120 Hours 2 months (full time) Monday to Thursday. New classes begin every Monday. Clinical experience is provided at acute and/or long-term care facilities. A diploma will be given after successful completion of the course. No Licensing is granted by the school.
Dialysis technician programs teach students how to assist patients with dialysis treatments by studying anatomy, physiology, sanitation and ethics. Dialysis classes are designed to prepare students to work in a variety of healthcare settings and to handle the pressures and stress that come with the job. The program consists of 600 hours of educations.
When psychiatrists, psychologists and other mental Health Professionals need help with patients who are mentally ill or have behavioral disorders, they turn to behavioral health technicians. These mental health assistants may work full-time or part-time; their shifts can span evenings, nights, weekends and holidays. They work in facilities that operate 24-hours a day, including hospitals and residential treatment centers.
Behavioral health technicians observe patients, listen to their concerns, record their observations and report to mental health professionals about any unusual behavior. They can check vital signs such as temperature and heart rate; give medication under the direction of medical staff; and help with daily living activities such as eating, bathing and grooming. When a patient's mood or behavior changes, a technician must be able to assess whether it is positive, negative or potentially dangerous. He takes steps to modify the patient's actions or alerts medical professionals.