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: 1/26/2026 - 2/26/2026
Schedule
| Session | Duration | Online Lecture | Lab | Clinical |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 Weeks | 1/26/26 – 2/19/26 | Tuesday or Thursday, 8:30am-3:30pm | 2/23/2026 – 2/26/2026 7:00am-3:00pm |
Please note: Testing dates for certification exam will be held the week of 3/2/2026 or 3/9/2026. This is subject to change due to availability controls outside of OCC.
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.
- Access to a computer with internet
Next Steps After Applying
1) Pay for the Program
- The cost of the program is
$1,990$200 for a limited time! - Please note: this cost can't be covered by financial aid!
- Once you’ve been officially accepted into the program and have no outstanding balance with OCC, you will receive a payment link. Please note that space in the program is limited and seats are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Your registration and seat will be confirmed only after full payment is received.
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.
Notes
- This class uses a digital textbook and the college’s learning management system (D2L Brightspace). Participants in the program must have reliable access to a computer or laptop to complete coursework and assignments outside the classroom
- Students will need to submit a complete and compliant health packet, information will be shared once the class starts.
- Some clinical sites require a NYS background check.
- This course is in a Hybrid format: online lecture with in-person lab and clinical.
- In person lab will be held at Liverpool campus - 8015 Oswego Road, Suite 5, Liverpool, NY 13090.
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.
