Certified Nursing Assistant
Putting the 'care' in healthcare
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) are vital members of the healthcare team who provide direct patient care. In this program, you'll learn to provide comforting, strategic care and cover basic nursing skills, patient grooming and care, medical confidentiality, and care for more complex cases.
You'll be ready to sit for your certification exam by the end of the program.
Seats are limited!
Next Program Offering: TBD
Requirements
To be an eligible candidate, you must:
Be at least 18 years of age
Possess a high school diploma or equivalent
Meet immunization and health compliance requirements
Maintain medical insurance while enrolled
Be able to read, write, understand and speak the English language
Possess mental and emotional stability to develop appropriate relationships with patients, families, and members of the health care team.
Next Steps After Applying
1) Attend a mandatory information session
You must attend an information session to learn about the program requirements and receive required paperwork to complete. All mandatory meetings will be virtual, through Teams. Click the Teams Meeting Link below to join the meeting for your preferred date:
| Date | Time | Teams Meeting Link |
|---|---|---|
| January 27, 2025 | 9:00am | Join this Info Session |
| February 10, 2025 | 9:00am | Join this Info Session |
| February 24, 2025 | 9:00am | Join this Info Session |
| March 10, 2025 | 9:00am | Join this Info Session |
2) Complete the Health Compliance Packet
Please have this form completed by your healthcare provider before the program begins. Don't have a primary health provider? Visit OCC's on-campus health services.
3) Pay for the Program
- The cost of the program is $1,990
- Please note: this cost can't be covered by financial aid!
- You will be given the payment link once you attend the mandatory information session. Once you pay, the college will register you for the program.
You'll be a vital member of a healthcare team and provide direct patient care. You’ll work under the supervision of licensed nurses and physicians in hospitals, nursing homes, and more. Assist patients with daily living activities like bathing, dressing, eating, and take vital signs, monitor patient conditions, and report changes to nurses.
Perform your clinicals with our local partners and you'll be qualified to work at major health care facilities in the area. Background checks may be required by clinical sites and future employers.
