Nursing Assistant Training
Why Study Nursing Assistant Training at RC
This program is designed to prepare the student as an entry level worker, providing basic nursing care to patients in acute care and long-term care settings. The curriculum is structured to provide theory and application in skills needed to function as a Nursing Assistant.
The Reedley College Nursing Assistant Training program is accredited through the California Department of Public Health.
CNA's are in great demand. Many students get job offers right away or decide to continue in one of the LVN programs in the region. The mission of the Reedley College CNA Program is to prepare the student as an entry level worker in the medical field, providing basic nursing care to patients in acute care and long-term care settings. The curriculum is structured to provide both theory and clinical skills needed to function as a Nursing Assistant. Upon completion with passing grades, students will be eligible to take the state certification examination.
Courses and Programs
The Nursing Assistant Training program theory section is taught on campus and clinical is taught at Palm Village, a well equipped Retirement Community with long term care located 1.5 miles from Reedley College, at West Herbert Avenue. After successful completion of the one semester intensive theory and clinical practice students are eligible to take the American Red Cross NAT Exam to become a Certified Nurse Assistant, a CNA.
Nursing Assistant Training Degree and Certificate Programs:
| Program Map | DEGREE / CERTIFICATE |
|---|---|
| Nursing Assistant Training (CA) | Certficate of Achievement (CA) |
Program maps represent one possible pathway through the program and are for reference only. Detailed information is available in the course catalog.
Students should make a counseling appointment to create a customized education plan to fit their needs.
STUDENTS NEW TO RC
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CURRENT/RETURNING STUDENTS
- RC Pathway: STEM Starfish Appointment
- Counseling Department: 559-494-3037
Resources
How to apply for Nursing Assistant Training (CNA) CERTIFIED NURSE ASSISTANT
A MANDATORY ORIENTATION IS THE FIRST STEP TO ENROLLING IN THE NAT PROGRAM .
If you do not attend orientation, you are not eligible to begin Fall 2024 enrollment process.
An extensive application package needs to be completed, a physical exam is also required, including a TB test and MMR-inoculation.
Once application package is completed and you have been cleared by the nurse, contact Manjit Dhillon at 559-494-3000 ext. 3218 to schedule an appointment. All forms must be completed as instructed. Remember: An incomplete packet will be rejected.
Application process. There are four forms that need to be filled out: Initial Application, MMR- Immunization, Physical Examination, and TB Skin Test. The application and forms will be available at the links below after completion of orientation.
Please note forms from previous semesters will not be accepted.
- NAT Registration Process
- NAT Important Notes - Spring 2025
- CDPH 283B Application Spring 2025
- NAT Physical Exam Form
- NAT MMR Immunization Form
- NAT TB Skin Test Form
- Attendance Disclosure
- Orientation Registration Questionnaire
- Conviction - No Conviction Form
- NATP Estimated Cost
- NATP Important Notes
The courses English 262-Reading Improvement, and OT 10-Medical Terminology are highly recommended; they will help you to complete the Nursing Assistant Training course successfully and pass the final exam to become a Certified Nurse Assistant. Advisory courses are: eligibility for English 125 and English 126 and completion of Math 250.
Access the Nursing Assistant Program Orientation Course
If you are NOT currently a SCCCD student please sign up at https://scccd.instructure.com/register and use the following join code: HPETC3. Make sure to choose “student” when signing up.
For Information Please Contact the NAT Coordinator:
NAT Theory class is Tuesday through Thursday from 4 pm to 8 pm on campus in Nursing Lab 203.
NAT Clinical is held at Palm Village retirement community in skilled nursing facility every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 4 pm to 8 pm.
