HealthCare
The Health Science Related Program area of our Adult Education sector offers an array of professional development opportunities that allow graduates to move into this high-demand career field seamlessly.
Our intensive year-long Practical Nursing program prepares students for NYS licensure upon graduation.
Other programs in Nursing Assistant, Home Health Aide, and Phlebotomy provide training opportunities that are short and intensive, yet provide important first steps in developing a skill-set for this high-demand health care sector.
Please contact our program coordinator or staff assistant for more information on classes and schedules. 716-731-6800
Diana Petrizzo - Health Sciences Coordinator x4446
Kathy Dix - Health Sciences Secretary x4445
Practical Nursing
The Orleans/Niagara BOCES full-time adult Practical Nursing (PN) program is offered at the Lockport Community Education Center.
The one-year, full-time program is rich in theory , lab, and clinical experience that prepare students for licensure and employment as an LPN. Throughout the program, emphasis is placed on applying nursing knowledge, skills, and professional behaviors to real health care situations. This program follows a four-day per week scheduling format that allows students to pursue their nursing education while they fulfill work/family responsibilities. Federal financial aid is available for eligible PN students.
Nursing Assistant
This course prepares the student to work as a hospital or long-term care Nursing Assistant (CNA). The course has a theory, lab and clinical component to teach the principles and skills required to seek NYS certification.
Those that successfully complete this program are eligible to take the State exam to earn their certification and begin working as a CNA. Classes are in Lockport, Niagara Falls and Medina. The class is approximately 135 hours in length, daytime hours, with varying schedules. Classes are offered 3-5 times per year.
Phlebotomy
In accordance with CDC and OSHA guidelines, this 70-hour part-time course combines the theory, lab practice and clinical skills required to perform venipunctures. Those that successfully complete the program can find employment with these skills as phlebotomists in a variety of health care settings. Evening classes (5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.) are offered in the Spring and Fall at the Niagara Falls Workforce Training Center.
Home Health Aide (HHA)
Orleans/Niagara BOCES Home Health Aide Program is an approved training program designed to prepare the trainee to provide assistance and carry out healthcare tasks for patients in their homes and assisted living settings. HHA classes consist of 75 hours of theory and lab instructions and 30 hours of clinical instruction.
The minimum passing score for this course is 85%. Graduated earn both PCA and HHA NYS certification.