Certified Nurse Aide Program
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CNA PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The local workforce boards show a major need for CNAs throughout the state, and this program will certify you to work as a Nurse Aide in Texas. Many of our students take this program to prepare for nursing programs at NCTC. You will learn effective communication, vital signs recording, taking proper care of patients, and becoming a useful advocate for residents in long-term care centers.
In this Occupational Skills Award (OSA) program, instruction provides training as a caregiver to provide hands-on basic care of residents in a variety of healthcare settings. This program requires 100 contact hours, which includes 60 hours of Lecture/Lab hours and 40 hours of Clinical Externship. Our instructors are Licensed Vocational Nurses who have worked in long-term care for many years. Tuition includes scrubs, lab supplies, textbooks, materials, and the state certification exam. Upon successful completion of this program, you may earn a priority point toward admission into an NCTC Nursing program.
Required Courses
NURA 1001 CERTIFIED NURSE AIDE LECTURE LAB
NURA 1060 CERTIFIED NURSE AIDE EXTERNSHIP
Admission Requirements
Age Requirements: 16+ at registration
Basic Reading and Math Assessment (CASAS)
Criminal Background Check
Must provide proof of current Immunizations
Must provide current, official ID and social security card (names must match exactly)
Must have current CPR certification or enroll in a CPR class
GED or High School Diploma (required for OSA)
Need financial aid?
A Payment Plan is available for those who need assistance, please contact your local NCTC Business Office for details.