1. (1) The standardized curriculum content for a certified nursing assistant training program shall follow the curriculum framework established by the Department of Education (Rule 6A-6.0571, F.A.C., effective 5/19/15, which is incorporated herein by reference and may be obtained from the Board office or at HYPERLINK "http://www.flrules.org/Gateway/reference.asp?No=Ref-05975" http://www.flrules.org/Gateway/reference.asp?No=Ref-05975), and shall include material that will provide a basic level of both knowledge and demonstrable skills for each student completing the program.

2. (2) The standardized curriculum shall require a minimum of 80 hours of classroom and 40 hours clinical instruction. The clinical instruction shall include at least 20 hours of long term care clinical instruction in a licensed nursing home.

   1. (a) For 2021 – 2022 calendar years, the 20 hours of long-term care clinical instruction may be accomplished via clinical simulation.
   2. (b) Clinical simulation shall consist of activities or events replicating clinical practice using scenarios via two or more of the following: manikins, standardized patients, role playing, skills stations, or computer based critical thinking situations.
   3. (c) Clinical Simulation shall also include pre-briefing and debriefing didactic education.
3. (3) Prior to any direct contact with a resident, a training program shall require that a student receive a minimum of 16 hours of classroom instruction in communication and interpersonal skills; infection control; safety/emergency procedures, including the Heimlich maneuver; promoting residents’ independence; and respecting residents’ rights.
4. (4) Clinical experience shall be provided under the direct supervision of the program instructor.

Rulemaking Authority 464.202, 464.203 FS. Law Implemented 464.203 FS. History–New 4-8-03, Amended 11-3-15, 8-1-16, 2-2-22.