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NURSE ASSISTANT (CNA)
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Nurse Assistant I (CNA)
Nurse Assistant I prepares students to provide personal care and perform basic nursing skills for patients of all ages. This 8-15 week course includes 50 hours of classroom instruction, 70 lab hours, and 40 hours of clinical experience. Upon successful completion, the student will be eligible to test for NC Certification through the instruction and testing service Credentia.
You cannot enroll for this course online. CLICK HERE for a printable checklist of required documentation and cost. Contact a Success Navigator in order to register, 704-290-5100
Requirements to Register
(Must have all documentation to register)
- Must be 16 ½ years old
- Signed Social Security Card (original, cannot be laminated)
- Current CPR Card (Must be BLS for Healthcare Provider)
- Current Driver’s License or Government Issued Picture ID
- CASAS exam with a score of at least a 10th grade reading level and 8th grade math level or an Associates Degree or higher.
- Vaccination Records of the following are required for clinical entry.
- Measles, Mumps, Rubella
- Varicella (Chicken Pox) If you have had the Chicken Pox, a blood titer test must be completed to prove immunity
- Hepatitis B (Can be declined)
- Tetanus (Last 10 years)
- Tuberculin Skin Test (Two step test is required for classes in Anson County)
- Flu Shot (required for classes running September – March)
- As of September 2023, the COVID vaccine is no longer required but is recommended. If the COVID vaccine becomes required by our long-term care facility partners, we will update that information here.
Program Cost
Registration fee: $424.90
Drug Screen/Background Check: $92 (done through SPCC)
Scrubs: cost varies (You will be provided details on requirements)
State test: $140
Old Charlotte Highway Campus (Union County) Class Schedule
*Dates and times subject to change (All classes have seats available unless otherwise noted)
Dates | Days | Times | Location | ||
NUR 3240A 304W | 8/15/23 – 12/5/23 | Tuesday & Thursday | 5:00 pm – 9:15 pm | Braswell 2213 | Class is full |
NAS 3240A 305W | 1/16/24 – 5/9/24 | Tuesday & Thursday | 12:30 – 4:30 | Mobile Unit 5B |
Anson County Class Schedule
*Dates and times subject to change (All classes have seats available unless otherwise noted)
Dates | Days | Times | Location | ||
NUR 3240A 105W | 8/14/23 – 12/6/23 | Monday & Wednesday | 5:00 pm – 9:15 pm | Martin Tech 104 | |
NAS 3240A 106W | 1/8/24 – 5/9/24 | Monday & Wednesday | 5:00 pm – 9:15 pm | Martin Tech 104 |
Books for Nurse Aide
*Textbooks will be provided for students to use in class, if you would like to have your own copy, below is the textbook information.
Hartman Nursing Assistant Care, Long Term Care, 4th Edition
Hartman Publishing
ISBN numbers:
Workbook: 978-1-60425-075-6
Book: 978-1-60425-074-9
Nurse Assistant I Refresher
This course is designed to provide individuals with a review of the knowledge, skills, and abilities that must be demonstrated on the National Nurse Aide Assessment Program (NNAAP) Examination necessary for listing on the North Carolina Nurse Aide I Registry (which will be taken on your own for an additional cost of $140.00). It is primarily for those with expired certifications and those nursing assistants with current out-of-state certifications (most show proof of out-of-state certification) seeking employment in North Carolina as a Certified Nurse Aide I.
Students wishing to register for the Nursing Assistant Refresher class must provide proof of Nurse Aide I registry listing or completion of a state approved nursing assistant program within the last 2 years. Students’ listing on the nurse aide registry cannot have expired for more than 2 ½ years. Students must also provide a current driver’s license or government issued picture ID.
Contact a Success Navigator in order to register, 704-290-5100
LTC Campus (Anson County) Class Schedule
Dates | Days | Times |
To be announced |
Old Charlotte Highway Campus (Union County) Class Schedule
Dates | Days | Times | Location | |
NUR 3242 100 | March 12, 2024 – April 11, 2024 | Tuesday Thursday | 9 am – 1:00 pm | Polkton campus, Martin Tech 201 |
Cost
$145
Requirements
Driver’s License
Social Security Card
Must show expired NC Nurse Aide I Registry or current out-of-state certification
Nurse Assistant II
Old Charlotte Highway Campus (Union County) Class Schedule
*dates and time subject to change (All classes have seats available unless otherwise noted)
Dates | Days | Times | Location | |
Nothing scheduled at this time |
Polkton Campus (Anson County) Class Schedule
*dates and time subject to change (All classes have seats available unless otherwise noted)
Dates | Days | Times | Location | |
NUR 3241 100W | 1/9/23 – 5/8/23 | Monday Wednesday | 5 pm – 9:15 pm | Martin Tech, 104 |
Nurse Assistant II is the next professional step in this growing healthcare career field.
Requirements
- Must be 16 ½ years old
- Must be listed on the NAI registry and have a high school diploma or GED
- Current Driver’s License
- Social Security Card (original, cannot be laminated)
- Current CPR Card (Must be BLS for Healthcare Provider)
- CASAS exam with a score of at least a 10th grade reading level and 8th grade math level or a college diploma.
- Vaccination Records for the following
- Measles, Mumps, Rubella
- Varicella (Chicken Pox) If you have had the Chicken Pox, a blood titer test must be completed to prove immunity
- Hepatitis B (Can be declined)
- Tetanus (Last 10 years)
- Tuberculin Skin Test (Two step test is required for classes in Anson County)
- Flu Shot (required for classes running September – March)
- As of September 2023, the COVID vaccine is no longer required but is recommended. If the COVID vaccine becomes required by our long-term care facility partners, we will update that information here.
CLICK HERE for a printable checklist of required documentation, additional information and cost.
Contact a Success Navigator in order to register, 704-290-5100
Cost
Registration fee: $329.8
Textbook: $78.75 plus tax
Drug Screen/Background Check: $92 (done through SPCC)
Scrubs: cost varies (You will be provided details on requirements)
Employment Opportunities
Graduates should qualify for a variety of jobs in skilled nurse facilities, home health agency, assisted living facilities, or local hospital.
Educational Opportunities
- Nurse Assistant I – 1 Semester to Complete
- Nurse Assistant II – 1 Semester to Complete
Contact Information
For help with registration or any questions, contact a Success Navigator
Success Navigator, 704-290-5100