**At this time, formerly certified CNA’s in the State of Utah (expired more than 6 months) can seek reinstatement of their certification through a UtahDepartment of Health Variance Request. If granted, this variance waives the requirement to retake a CNA training course and state certification exams to regain certification as a nursing assistant. Certification will not be revoked when the crisis is over and can be maintained if certification requirements continue to be met. There is no cost involved. See the Expired More than 6 Months document under the Forms heading on the utahcna.com website.

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

Basic Human Needs

Cognitive Impairment

Mental Illness 

Vital signs

Infection control

Body systems and diseases

Personal care of the patient and the patient’s environment

1. MTECH Program Certificate in Nurse Assistant
2. Healthcare Provider BLS and First Aid Certificate
3. Students are prepared to sit for the State of Utah Certified Nurse Assistant Certification Exam

  Registration Eligibility: Adults and high school students who are age 16 and older and at least a junior in high school.

Registration Availability:  Registration for Summer term opens January 4, 2021 at 8:00 a.m. online, and Fall 2021 opens April 20, 2021 at 8:00 a.m. online on the MTECH Student Portal and remains open until classes are full. It is recommended to create your MTECH Student Portal account in advance

  Program Length: 135 Hours.

  Times: Mornings and Afternoons. See schedule details below.

  Locations: MTECH Lehi Main, Orem, Spanish Fork, and Wasatch West Campuses

  Financial Aid Eligible: This program is not eligible for Financial Aid.

  Financial Aid Eligible: This program is eligible for Veterans Assistance.   +Learn More

  High School Students: Students should coordinate with home high school counselors prior to registration.

  Prerequisites: Students are required to take the MTECH Entrance Assessment and score a passing rate of: Math: 2: English: B or provide alternative documentation to prove competency. The Entrance Assessment is free and takes about an hour to complete. 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.

Note: Classes are held Monday - Thursdays; Clinicals will be held outside of scheduled class hours; CPR and First Aid may be taught on Fridays and/or Saturdays.

**Accelerated sections are available. Please see the "Nurse Assistant Accelerated" program page.
** Clinicals may be held outside of class hours;

*Missed clinicals (no call, no show) will result in fines of $50 each time.