Nurse Aide, Technical Certificate of Credit (DUAL-ENROLLMENT ONLY) (CN21)
Offered at Griffin, Flint, Henry, Fayette, and GRCCA Locations
Program Entrance Term: Fall, Spring, Summer
Minimum Length of Program: 2 term
Minimum Credit Hours for Graduation: 13
Program Description
This program is for dual-enrollment students only.
The Nurse Aide 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 general medical and surgical hospitals, nursing care facilities, community care facilities for the elderly, and home health care services. Students who successfully complete the Nurse Aide technical certificate of credit may be eligible to sit for the National Nurse Aide Assessment Program (NNAAP) which determines competency to become enrolled in the state 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.
- Dual-enrollment students only
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.) Students must be 16 years of age or older to get a background check and drug screen. This is a requirement for clinical. | $80.95 Added fees for some background checks. |
| CPR | $7.50-$8.50 |
| Liability insurance per term | $10 |
| Medical exam and immunizations | Varies |
| Tote bag (Required) Clear tote, alcohol wipes, chuxs, isolation gowns, gowns & blood pressure cuff | $55 |
| Uniforms and Shoes | Ranges based on sizes from $100-$150 |
| Certification Exam | $130 |
For the Nurse Aide class, a required medical health packet should be completed prior to the first day of class in order to proceed to clinical. Please contact your CAP Advisor for further information.
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