The Nurse Assistant Program is run under the direction of the Utah Nursing Assistant Registry (UNAR). Certified nursing assistants (CNAs) are valuable members of the healthcare team who work under a licensed nurse. A CNA can work in a variety of healthcare settings such as: assisted living & skilled nursing facilities, hospitals, clinics, home health & hospice. This program is designed for students to receive their certification by completing coursework in a classroom setting through the use of textbooks, workbooks, demonstration, hands on skills, and clinical externships. MTECH students will receive training on: infection prevention, proper body mechanics and positioning, caring for the resident and their environment, nutrition, body systems, mental health, and communication. Students will also be First Aid and CPR certified. Upon completion of the program, you will be eligible to sit for the state knowledge and skills certification exams. Clinical and administrative skills taught in the program are listed below.
Professional ethics
Basic safety and emergencies
CPR Certification
Communication skills
Body mechanics
Nutrition
Anatomy
Physiology
Vital signs
Infection control
Body systems and diseases
Personal care of the patient and the patient’s environment
Certificates and Licensures
- MTECH Program Certificate in Nurse Assistant
- Healthcare Provider BLS and First Aid Certificate
- Students are prepared to sit for the State of Utah Certified Nurse Assistant Certification Exam
Program Snapshot
Registration Eligibility: Must be 18 years old to register.
Registration Availability: Registration for the 2020-2021 school year opens April 21, 2020 at 8:00 am online on the MTECH Registration Portal and remains open until classes are full. It is recommended to create your MTECH Student Portal account in advance.
Program Length: 114 Hours.
Times: Evenings. See schedule details below.
Locations: MTECH Lehi Main, Orem, Provo and Spanish Fork Campuses
Financial Aid Eligible: This program is not eligible for Financial Aid.
Financial Aid Eligible: This program is eligible for Veterans Assistance. +Learn More
Prerequisites
Entrance Assessment: Students must take the MTECH Entrance Assessment. The Entrance Assessment is free and takes about an hour to complete. No appointment is necessary. To learn more visit mtec.edu/testing.
New Student Orientation: Students must complete the brief MTECH New Student Orientation prior to first day of class. To learn more visit mtec.edu/nso.
Students must have TB testing and a Hepatitis B vaccine, or sign a waiver form.
This program is an intensive, accelerated program and requires time and commitment. Please be prepared before registering for this program.
Schedule
Tuition and Fees
| Item | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Registration Fee | $40.00 | |
| Program Fees | $160.00 | |
| Tuition | $239.40 | |
| total: | $439.40 | All tuition and fees are due at the time of registration. |
Materials and Supplies
| Item | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Textbook | $0.00 | Included in fees. ISBN #978-1-60425-074-9 Hartman's Nursing Assistant Care, Long Term Care; 4th Edition |
| Scrubs | $48.00 | Available in MTECH Bookstore; cost is for two sets. |
| Beginning Packet | $6.00 | |
| CNA State Exam | $85.00 | Optional. Strongly recommended; required to work in the State of Utah as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) |
| Blook Pressure Kit | $35.00 | Optional |
| total: | $174.00 |
** Note: Missed clinicals (no call, no show) will result in fines of $50 each time.