Nurse Aide Accelerated, Technical Certificate of Credit (NAA1)
Offered at the COI and GRCCA Sites
Program Entrance Term: Fall, Spring, Summer
Minimum Length of Program: 1 term
Minimum Credit Hours for Graduation: 9
Program Description
The Nurse Aide Accelerated Technical Certificate of Credit prepares students with classroom training and practice as well as the clinical experiences necessary to care for patients in various settings including nursing care facilities, general medical and surgical hospitals, community care facilities for the elderly, and home health care services. After the completion of the State approved training program, the candidate must take and pass the competency evaluation examination. The examination includes a written/oral and skills competency examination administered by an approved testing agency. Candidates who successfully pass the written/oral and skills competency examination are included on the Georgia Nurse Aide Registry.
College Admission Requirements
Prospective students entering all degree, diploma and certificate programs must do all of the following:
- Complete Application for Admissions ($25 Non-Refundable Fee).
- High school diploma or GED are not required
- Submit all Official Final College transcripts (if you wish to transfer credits).
- Proof of US Citizenship and Proof of GA Residency.
Approximate Additional Costs Other Than Tuition, Fees, and Textbooks
| Cost | Price |
|---|---|
| Criminal background and drug screen (Fee is based on facility utilized for clinical. The fee for the criminal background check will increase if student has lived out of state.) | $79.50-81.50 |
| CPR (Required for Clinical) | $6.75 |
| Liability insurance per term | $10 |
| Medical exam and immunizations | Varies |
| Equipment/supplies | $100 |
| Uniforms | $150 |
| Certification exam | $112 |
The following is a suggested path to complete this program in a timely manner. An individual’s path to completion may be different based on institutional and personal factors affecting his/her academic progress.
Note: While all courses are offered, they may vary by term and campus. See the program advisor for any questions.
Contact Us
Vicky Mack, RN, Program Coordinator
Email: Vicky.Mack@sctech.edu
Phone: 770.412.4592