Nurse Assistant

Locations: Lehi | Spanish Fork | Heber Valley

Program length
4 months

Total cost
$725

Registration opens
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Program length
4 months

Total cost
$725

Registration opens

Locations
See Map

A Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) holds a vital role in patient care by providing hands-on support to patients under the supervision of a licensed nurse.

A CNA often serves as the primary point of contact for patients, offering emotional support and addressing immediate physical needs. The Nurse Assistant program is designed for students to receive their certification by completing coursework in classroom, lab, and 24 hours of hands-on clinical experience.

Students receive training in body systems, infection prevention, proper body mechanics, residents rights, recognizing and reporting changes, safety, and communication. Students will be certified in First Aid and CPR.

Upon completion of the program, students will be eligible to sit for the state knowledge and skills certification exams.

91% Completion This data is pulled from fiscal year 2023. The displayed number does not guarantee completion of the program.

78% Placement This data is pulled from fiscal year 2023. The displayed number does not guarantee placement after the program.

Avg. salary $32k-$37k Wage data represents an estimate sourced directly from Career One Stop. Actual salaries may vary.

UTAH SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION (USHE) DESCRIPTION:
The Nurse Assistant program is designed for students to receive their certification by completing coursework in classroom and clinical settings.

This program is eligible for Veterans Aid! Learn more

Registration Opens: April 23, 2024
Minimum Age Requirement
: At least 16 years old and a junior in high school. You must be 16 years old by the first day of class.

Registration opens at 8:00 AM on the Student Portal, and remains open until classes are full.

  • Complete and satisfy score requirements on the Entrance Assessment administered by the Testing Center.
  • One-step Tuberculosis Test
    • Test must have been completed with the past 12 months
    • Accepted tests: TB skin test, titer, or negative chest-xay
  • Required Immunizations
    • Hepatitis B (3 series)
    • The COVID vaccination is not required for the program, but students should be prepared to declare vaccinations status to clinical facilities
SECTIONCAMPUSROOM #START DATEEND DATESTART TIMEEND TIMEDAYS
Summer 2024Lehi Main Campus2085/28/20247/31/20249:00 AM12:00 PMM-Th
Summer 2024Spanish Fork Campus1105/28/20247/31/20247:30 AM10:30 AMM-Th
Fall 2024Lehi Main Campus2088/15/202412/4/247:30 AM10:30 AMAlpine A Days
Fall 2024Lehi Main Campus2088/15/202412/4/2411:30 AM2:30 PMAlpine A Days
Fall 2024Lehi Main Campus2088/16/202412/5/247:30 AM10:30 AMAlpine B Days
Fall 2024Lehi Main Campus2088/16/202412/5/2411:30 AM2:30 PMAlpine B Days
Fall 2024Spanish Fork Campus1108/14/202412/4/20247:30 AM10:30 AMNebo A Days
Fall 2024Spanish Fork Campus1108/14/202412/4/202411:45 AM2:45 PMNebo A Days
Fall 2024Spanish Fork Campus1108/15/202412/5/20247:30 AM10:30 AMNebo B Days
Fall 2024Spanish Fork Campus1108/15/202412/5/202411:45 AM2:45 PMNebo B Days
Fall 2024Wasatch West Campus (HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS ONLY)158/21/202412/16/20247:30 AM10:30 AMWasatch Black Days
Fall 2024Wasatch West Campus (HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS ONLY)158/21/202412/16/202411:30 AM2:30 PMWasatch Black Days
Spring 2025Lehi Main Campus2081/6/20255/1/20257:30 AM10:30 AMAlpine A Days
Spring 2025Lehi Main Campus2081/6/20255/1/202511:30 AM2:30 PMAlpine A Days
Spring 2025Lehi Main Campus2081/7/20255/2/20257:30 AM10:30 AMAlpine B Days
Spring 2025Lehi Main Campus2081/7/20255/2/202511:30 AM2:30 PMAlpine B Days
Spring 2025Spanish Fork Campus1101/6/20254/30/20257:30 AM10:30 AMNebo A Days
Spring 2025Spanish Fork Campus1101/6/20254/30/202511:45 AM2:45 PMNebo A Days
Spring 2025Spanish Fork Campus1101/7/20255/1/20257:30 AM10:30 AMNebo B Days
Spring 2025Spanish Fork Campus1101/7/20255/1/202511:45 AM2:45 PMNebo B Days
Spring 2025Wasatch West Campus (HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS ONLY)151/13/20205/12/20257:30 AM10:30 AMWasatch Black Days
Spring 2025Wasatch West Campus (HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS ONLY)151/13/20255/12/202511:30 AM2:30 PMWasatch Black Days
Summer 2025Lehi Main Campus2085/27/2025TBD9:00 AM12:00 PMM-F
Summer 2025Spanish Fork Campus1105/27/2025TBD7:30 AM10:30 AMM-F
Schedule Notes:Clinicals may be held outside of the regularly scheduled classes. CPR and First Aid may be taught on Saturdays. Dates are in draft form until the school districts finalize their A/B day Calendars – students will be given a comprehensive schedule on the first day of class
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Total hours: 135

Course Descriptions
Course NameCourse HoursCourse CreditsExternship/Clinical/ WBL CreditsTuition ($120/credit hour)Course Fees
Nursing Assistant 11130$360.00$100.00
Nursing Assistant Clinicals2400.0$0.00$25.00
TOTALS:13530.0$360.00$125.00
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Upon registration, you will register and submit payment for the first course in the program. While not required, you may make a deposit, in person or online, for the full program upon registration to be held in your student account.

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Tuition/FeesCost
Tuition:$360.00
Registration Fee:$40.00
Application Fee:$0.00
Student Fees:$125.00
Required Materials:$90.00
Testing Fee:$110.00
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Note: High school students attend MTECH tuition free, and are only responsible for fees and materials.

Course-by-course cost breakdowns can be found on the “Courses” tab above.

Upon registration, you will register and submit payment for the first course in the program.

While not required, you may make a deposit, in person or online, for the full program upon registration to be held in your student account.

Required MaterialsQuantityNotes (ISBN numbers, etc)Cost
Hartman’s Nursing Assistant Care: Long-Term Care Textbook, 5th Edition1included in fees
Hartman’s Nursing Assistant Care: Long-Term Care Workbook, 5th Edition1included in fees
State Testing Fee for CNA Certification1included in fees
Scrubs2Cost may vary$50.00
Blood Pressure Kit1Cost may vary$40.00
Total Cost of Required Materials$90.00
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Optional MaterialsNotes (ISBN numbers, quantity, etc)Cost
Missed ClinicalsStudents may be charged $50 if they do not show up for their assigned shift and have not notified their instructor$50.00
Total Cost of Optional Materials$50.00
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  • MTECH Program Certificate in Nurse Assistant
  • Certified Nurse Assistant License (State of Utah)
  • Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) Certificate
  • First Aid Certificate

If I want to be a nurse, should I take CNA or Medical Assistant?
If you want take the nursing pathway, start with your CNA certification. If you want to become a PA or Physician, start with Medical Assistant.

How to Apply

Submit MTECH Application

Applying is free and easy! When you apply, please choose “undecided” as your program choice. You will select Nurse Assistant after being accepted to MTECH.

Take the Entrance Assessment

Admission requirements may be met by taking the Entrance Assessment OR by providing qualifying documentation. The Entrance Assessment can be taken at a Testing Center, and qualifying documents can be sent to transcripts@mtec.edu.

Learn more about the assessment HERE

Register for Nurse Assistant

Once previous steps have been completed, eligibility is met to register for the first course within each program. Registration is on a first come, first serve basis. Tuition and fees are due for the first course upon registration.

Prospective students can register through the Student Portal, or in person at Student Services.

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Program length
4 mos
Total cost
$725
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Course Description

Nurse Assistant
The Nurse Assistant course introduces students to basic nursing skills in a classroom and laboratory setting. This course includes 24 hours of clinical experience.
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