Md. Code Regs. 10.39.02.07

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Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 25, December 13, 2024

Section 10.39.02.07 - Training Program

A. The training program shall provide a minimum of 100 hours of instruction.

B. Of the 100 hours, a minimum of:

(1) 60 hours shall be devoted to didactic instruction and classroom laboratory practice; and

(2) 40 hours shall be devoted to clinical training experiences in a clinical facility.

C. Curriculum.

(1) The following content areas shall form the framework of the curriculum:

(a) Role of the CNA;

(b) Infection control;

(c) Safety and environment;

(d) Mobility and positioning;

(e) Elimination;

(f) Data collection;

(g) Hygiene;

(h) Treatments;

(i) Communication:

(i) Observing, recording, and reporting;

(ii) Interpersonal relations; and

(j) Legal and ethical considerations.

(2) A training program shall provide at least 16 hours of classroom laboratory training before a trainee's direct assignment to client care. This instruction shall include the following topics:

(a) Role of the CNA;

(b) Infection control;

(c) Safety and emergency procedures, including the Heimlich maneuver;

(d) The environment;

(e) Communication:

(i) Observing, recording, and reporting;

(ii) Interpersonal relations; and

(f) Legal and ethical considerations.

(3) The training program shall identify the unit objectives and performance indicators for each of the areas in §C(1) of this regulation in its training criteria.

Md. Code Regs. 10.39.02.07

Regulation .07B amended effective November 7, 2005 (32:22 Md. R. 1756)