Nursing Assistant Accelerated

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Registration Eligibility: Adults

Adults only. High school students are not eligible to register for this program. Learn more.

Transfer Credit Opportunity

Credit hours for completing this program can be transferred to UVU. Learn more.

Locations

Lehi Main Campus
Provo Campus
Spanish Fork Campus

84%

Completion Rate

82%

Placement Rate

Certified nursing assistants (CNAs) are valuable members of the healthcare team who work under the supervision of a licensed nurse.  A fulfilling career as a CNA can provide opportunities to work in assisted living & skilled nursing facilities, hospitals, clinics, and home health and hospice centers. 

The Nursing Assistant Program is run under the direction of the Utah Nursing Assistant Registry (UNAR).  This program is designed for students to receive their CNA certification by completing coursework in a classroom setting, hands-on demonstrations, 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. Upon program completion, 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.

This program is eligible for Veterans Aid! Learn more

Learn and Work scholarship available for this program! Learn more

For more information, contact the Senior Program Coordinator.
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Tiffany Haggerty

thaggerty@mtec.edu

Adults and high school students who are age 16 and older and at least a junior in high school are eligible to apply.

Registration for Summer term opens January 3, 2023 at 8:00 a.m. online, and the 2023-2024 school year registration opens April 20, 2023 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.

Upon registration, you will register and submit payment for the first course in the program. Some fees and materials may be required upfront, while some may be paid later throughout 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.

  • High school students should coordinate with their high school counselors prior to registering at MTECH.
  • Students must satisfy the entrance requirements with the testing center prior to the first day of class. The entrance assessment can be taken at our Lehi, Orem and Spanish Fork campuses.

Clinical Requirements

  • Hepatitis B test (3 step series or titer)
  • Tuberculosis test (skin test, blood test or negative chest x-ray valid within 12 months)
  • COVID vaccination: If you have not received the COVID vaccine, a religious and/or medical exemption may be made available to you if it is offered by a facility. Exemptions are not guaranteed.

For program specific questions: nursingassistant@mtec.edu

SECTIONCAMPUSROOM #START DATEEND DATESTART TIMEEND TIMEDAYS
Summer 2023Lehi Main CampusTBD5/30/20237/27/20235:00 PM9:00 PMM, T, Th
Summer 2023Provo Campus2175/30/20237/20/20239:00 AM1:00 PMT, W, Th
Fall 2023Provo Campus2178/21/202310/10/20235:00 PM9:00 PMM, T, Th
Fall 2023Provo Campus2179/5/202310/18/20239:30 AM2:30 PMT, W, Th
Fall 2023Lehi Main Campus20810/23/202312/14/20235:00 PM9:00 PMM, T, Th
Fall 2023Provo Campus21710/24/2312/12/239:30 AM2:30 PMT,W,Th
Spring 2024Lehi Main Campus2081/16/20243/7/20245:00 PM9:00 PMM, T, Th
Spring 2024Provo Campus2171/16/20242/28/20249:30 AM2:30 PMT, W, Th
Spring 2024Provo Campus2173/18/20245/7/20245:00 PM9:00 PMM, T, Th
Spring 2024Lehi Main Campus208TBDTBDTBDTBDTBD
Spring 2024Lehi Main Campus208TBDTBDTBDTBDTBD
Summer 2024Lehi Main Campus208TBDTBDTBDTBDTBD
Schedule Notes:Clinicals may be held outside of the regularly scheduled classes. CPR and First Aid may be taught on Saturdays.
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Total hours: 114

Course Description
Course NameCourse HoursCourse CreditsExternship/Clinical/ WBL CreditsTuition ($120/credit hour)Course Fees
Nursing Assistant 9030$360.00$125.00
Nursing Assistant Clinicals240.5$60.00$0.00
TOTALS:11430.5$420.00$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:$420.00
Registration Fee:$40.00
Required Materials:$90.00
Testing Fee:$90.00
Student Fees:$125.00
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Upon registration, you will register and submit payment for the first course in the program. Fees and materials may be required upfront, while some may be paid later throughout 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 Edition1 978-1-60425-137-1 paid at the time of registration
Hartman’s Nursing Assistant Care: Long-Term Care Workbook, 5th Edition1978-1-60425-138-8paid at the time of registration
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
Total Cost of Optional Materials$0.00
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  • MTECH Nursing Assistant Program Certificate
  • Students are prepared to take the State of Utah Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Exam
  • Healthcare Provider BLS and First Aid Certificate

At MTECH, you will join an exclusive group of graduates who benefit from a commitment to excellence shared by everyone at the school. From instructors who deliver a relevant, industry-driven curriculum to academic counselors focused on ensuring you have the tools you need to succeed, we all share the same goal: your success as a student.

If you want to take the nursing pathway, start with your CNA license. If you want to become a PA or Physician, start with Medical Assistant.

Program length
1 month
Total cost
$765
Lehi Main Campus
Provo Campus
Program length
1 mo
Total cost
$765
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Course Description

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