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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Program Overview

 

Certified Nursing Assistant, O.C. (CNAC-CER) 165 clock hours

Nursing student studying

The Nursing Assistant (Articulated) certificate program prepares the student with the knowledge, competencies, and requisites to become a certified nursing assistant (CNA) in a variety of acute and long-term healthcare facilities. The program is composed of two (2) courses designed to provide rigor and challenging academic standards that will prepare students for employability. The program is a combination of classroom instruction (didactic and skills/simulation laboratory) and clinical practice in long-term and other healthcare facilities.

 

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Admission Requirements

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  • Submit High School transcript(s) to Office of Enrollment Services
  • Submit College transcript(s) for any institutions previously attended

Program Admssion Requirements

Complete the Nursing Assistant (Articulated) supplemental application and return it to Nursing and Health Sciences, Building 103 on the FGC main campus.Nursing Assistant Program Application

Prior to starting Nursing Assistant Program:

  1. Prospective students who have completed the steps above will be required to complete the clinical eligibility requirements listed in the Nursing Assistant (Articulated) application booklet.
  2. To meet clinical agency requirements for clinical experience, all students in the Nursing and Health Sciences Programs must meet state and federal regulations as described by Florida Statutes S. 400.211. A Level II background check and drug/alcohol screening are required. Further instructions regarding the background and 10 panel drug/alcohol screen are provided on the first day of the course. Please note that random screening may be required while in the program. Students are responsible for the cost of all screening done for admission and randomly during the program.
  3. Additional costs are required when admitted to this program, including costs of uniforms, clinic shoes, liability insurance, health insurance, medical exam, standardized testing, graduation costs, immunizations, Level II background check and 10 panel drug/alcohol screening, books, and licensing fees. 

Location

Florida Gateway College Main Campus

Hours

The two courses are a combination of classroom, lab and clinical instruction, scheduled over a 16-week period. This occupational program is offered during the fall and spring semester.* Clinicals are required for this program. Clinicals may not follow regular college schedule. Clinical assignments may include weekdays, evenings or weekends.

Costs

  • Tuition for vocational credits (at $84.89 per credit hour):
    • $466.90
  • Text Books (not including tax):
    • $329.84
  • Additional Fees (includes Liability Insurance, Background Screen, Drug & Alcohol Screen, Course/Lab Fees, Physical, Health Insurance, Uniform and Clinical supplies)

         Total: $1509.24 (estimated)

 

Nursing Assistant (Articulated), O.C.

5.5 credits

to earn certificate

25+ average

program enrollment

67% rate

job placement 

Guided Pathway

Review the guided degree pathway where you will find a detailed plan for your courses and other requirements each semester that prepare you for graduation and your transfer goals.

Nursing Assistant (Articulated), O.C.

Nurse with patient

What our graduates are doing now!

Graduates that are successful on their certification exam after program completion, can work as a Certified nursing assistant (CNA) in a variety of acute and long-term healthcare facilities

STARTING SALARIES

The average CNA salary in Florida is $29,840. CNA’s earn an average hourly wage of $14.35. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors including additional skills and the number of years spent in your profession.

 

  • Courses offered fall and spring term each year
  • Low student to faculty ratio
  • Hands on learning environment
  • Students who successfully complete this program are eligible to sit for the State of Florida’s certification exam to become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
  • Overall employment of nursing assistants is projected to grow eight (8) percent from 2020 to 2030, about as fast as the average for all occupations.

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The Cost of Attendance (COA) is not a bill that you will receive from Florida Gateway College. It is an estimate of what it costs the typical student to attend Florida Gateway College for one academic year including tuition, books, course materials, living expenses, transportation, and miscellaneous personal expenses. Tuition and fees in the cost of attendance are calculated for credit hour programs, assuming enrollment in 12 credit hours in the Fall and Spring semesters. Actual tuition and fees may vary by program. For a better understanding of your chosen program’s tuition and fees, see program costs above.
Cost of Attendance

 

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