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Certificate in Faith-Based Nursing Assistant"

Academic unitHBIU Medical Training InstituteTotal credits18Estimated duration1 yearsSource documentCertificate_in_Faith_Based_Nursing_Assistant_.docx

Program Overview

Official program overview

Program Overview

Credential abbreviation

Certificate in Faith-Based Nursing Assistant

Total program length

18 semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Six to nine months

General education

Not required

Foundational faith-based nursing assistant courses

12 credit hours

Professional application courses

3 credit hours

Final applied project

3 credit hours

The Certificate in Faith-Based Nursing Assistant program provides a comprehensive foundation for individuals pursuing essential support roles within healthcare and community service environments. The curriculum bridges technical proficiency with a commitment to the principles of servant leadership and ethical stewardship, preparing students to meet the physical and emotional needs of those in their care with excellence and compassion. Students will engage with both the physiological realities of human health and the moral frameworks necessary for compassionate patient interactions in diverse settings. Through a structured blend of theoretical instruction and practical inquiry, learners are equipped to serve as reliable pillars of support within their organizations. The program emphasizes the integration of academic knowledge with the character-driven values essential for those serving vulnerable populations. Graduates emerge with the expertise to navigate professional responsibilities with an informed ethical perspective and a commitment to institutional mission alignment.

The certificate provides introductory academic and applied preparation for faith-based nursing assistant-support, community-care, outreach, referral, and service-related roles. It does not constitute professional licensure or independent authorization to provide regulated clinical services.

Program Facts

Program facts

Total program length: 18 semester credit hours
Normal completion time: Six to nine months
General education: Not required
Professional application courses: 3 credit hours
Academic unit: HBIU Medical Training Institute
Total credits: 18
Duration: 1 years

Program Description

Official program description

Learning Outcomes

Student learning outcomes

Demonstrate essential patient care techniques while maintaining high standards of safety and hygiene.
Apply ethical decision-making frameworks to navigate challenging interpersonal scenarios in a healthcare context.
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members to improve quality of care.
Evaluate the role of the nursing assistant in promoting institutional mission and community wellbeing.
Integrate the values of servant leadership into daily operational responsibilities.
Analyze the physical and social factors that contribute to patient comfort and holistic support.

Admission Requirements

Admission and entry requirements

Applicants must possess a high school diploma or recognized equivalent to be considered for admission to the HBIU Medical Training Institute. Candidates are expected to demonstrate basic proficiency in written and verbal communication and a strong commitment to academic inquiry. Prospective students should submit official transcripts and a personal statement outlining their professional goals and dedication to community service. Admission is holistic, reflecting the university's mission to foster both professional skill development and character formation. Culminating Project The Capstone Project serves as the culminating academic experience for the Certificate in Faith-Based Nursing Assistant, requiring students to synthesize their learning through the completion of a comprehensive service-learning portfolio. This project tasks students with designing a practical initiative that addresses a specific need within a community-based care environment, demonstrating both their academic competence and their commitment to faith-informed service. Students are required to document their decision-making process, illustrating how they apply ethical reasoning, biblical stewardship, and the principles of servant leadership to their professional practice. The final deliverable includes a detailed reflective essay that evaluates the project's impact and articulates the student's personal growth in spiritual formation and professional ethics. Weighted at 2 credit hours, the capstone represents the integration of clinical support knowledge with the development of a Christian worldview. By navigating real-world challenges through a lens of integrity and compassionate care, students demonstrate their ability to act as agents of service within their organizations. This project ensures that graduates not only possess the necessary technical skills but also the moral discernment required for high-level professional conduct and ongoing community engagement.

Program Structure

Official program structure

Program Details

Total Credits: 18
Duration: 1 years
Degree Level: Certificate

Semester-by-Semester Curriculum

Official course sequence

Year 1

Semester 1

9 credits

Code	Course Title	Credits	Prerequisite
BIO101	Human Health Fundamentals	2	None
View Description Course description not provided in source.
COM110	Interpersonal Communication	3	None
View Description Course description not provided in source.
PSY150	Human Development	2	None
View Description Course description not provided in source.
THE120	Foundations of Servant Leadership	2	None
View Description Course description not provided in source.

Semester 2

7 credits

Code	Course Title	Credits	Prerequisite
BIO210	Clinical Support Techniques	3	BIO 101
View Description Course description not provided in source.
CHR230	Ethics in Healthcare	3	THE 120
View Description Course description not provided in source.
BUS140	Organization and Stewardship	1	None
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Major / Core Requirements

Major and core requirements

General education | Not required

Foundational faith-based nursing assistant courses | 12 credit hours
Professional application courses | 3 credit hours
Final applied project | 3 credit hours
Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
BIO 101 | Human Health Fundamentals | 2 | None
COM 110 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 | None
PSY 150 | Human Development | 2 | None
THE 120 | Foundations of Servant Leadership | 2 | None
Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
BIO 210 | Clinical Support Techniques | 3 | BIO 101
CHR 230 | Ethics in Healthcare | 3 | THE 120
BUS 140 | Organization and Stewardship | 1 | None
CAP 299 | Capstone Integration Project | 2 | All semester 1 and 2 core courses

Final Project Requirement

Final project requirement

Capstone Integration Project

2
All semester 1 and 2 core courses
BIO 210 — Clinical Support Techniques: Students gain hands-on knowledge of essential support tasks, including patient hygiene, mobility assistance, and environment maintenance. The course emphasizes safety protocols and professional standard application. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
CHR 230 — Ethics in Healthcare: This course analyzes moral and ethical dilemmas encountered in the caregiving professions. Students engage with frameworks for stewardship and integrity in decision-making. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
BUS 140 — Organization and Stewardship: This course introduces principles of resource management and operational stewardship within community-serving environments. Students learn the value of efficiency and mission alignment. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.
CAP 299 — Capstone Integration Project: Students complete a service-learning portfolio that synthesizes professional clinical skills with the principles of character formation and ethical service. The project requires a reflection on the application of a Christian worldview in a practical care setting. This course prepares students in supporting faith-based, nonprofit, community organizations' missions.

Graduation Requirements

Graduation and completion requirements

Graduation from the Certificate in Faith-Based Nursing Assistant program requires the successful completion of 18 credit hours, including all specified core and capstone courses. A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 is mandatory to ensure that all students have mastered the foundational concepts of the discipline. Students must also achieve a passing grade in the final Capstone Project, demonstrating both technical proficiency and an alignment with the program’s values of ethical integrity and servant leadership.
Beyond academic attainment, students are expected to engage in consistent spiritual formation activities, including regular participation in community service and institutional life. The graduation process affirms that candidates are prepared to serve as individuals of character, readiness, and moral clarity. This program seeks to produce graduates who view their professional responsibilities as a calling to serve, ensuring they are well-prepared to contribute to the long-term success and mission of faith-informed community organizations.

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities

Career Opportunities

Nursing Assistant in faith-based long-term care facilities
Community health support liaison
Nonprofit organization care coordinator
Mission-based hospice support staff
Assisted living facility aide
Community center health volunteer coordinator

Additional Official Information

Additional source information

Important Notices

The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
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Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
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Credential abbreviation | Certificate in Faith-Based Nursing Assistant
Total program length | 18 semester credit hours
Normal completion time | Six to nine months