The Nurse Assistant course includes instruction in theory, nursing skills, lab and a clinical rotation in a health care facility.

This certificate enables the Nursing Assistant to obtain employment in nursing homes, hospitals or home health care agencies. A basic introduction to the health field and home health care is provided. This program does not require a high school diploma or GED certificate for admission. Students must be at least 18 years of age in order to take the State Nurse’s Aide Certification Test.

After successful completion of the 80-hour nurse assistant course, NAS 100, approved by the Alabama Department of Health, the student will meet requirements to take the National Nurse Aide Assessment Program (NNAAP) Examination You must take and pass the NNAAP Examination within twenty-four (24) months of having graduated from a state approved nurse aide training program. The Examination is given by the Nurse Aide Competency Evaluation Service (NACES) at Regional Test Sites. For students convenience Northwest Shoals Community College offers in facility testing at the Muscle Shoals campus.

Refer to the College Catalog & Student handbook for additional information including fees and nursing advisors.

• Go to www.pearsonvue.com to download the following:
  *Candidate handbook
  *Application
  *View the Regional Test Site list and testing dates
  *View the Nurse Aide Practice Written Examination
  *Spanish Skills Listing

Expenses

• Tuition…………………………..$384.00
• Book……………………………….$45.00
• Liability Ins……………………..$20.00
• Background Check …………..$45.00
• ID Badge ………………………….$5.00
• Drug Screening ………. Cost Varies
• TB Test …………………. Cost Varies
• Total…………………………….$499.00+

Website: http://www.nwscc.edu

Application: CNA Scholarship Application