Individuals applying for this nurse aide training course are required to: 

• Submit application and interview with Program Director

Upon registraition, student must:

• Provide proper documentation; social security card and Driver's license or Identification Card, (non-expired).
• Students must obtain a criminal background check and submit the results at registration. Background checks completed through Texas Department of Public Safety:
• https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpublicsite.dps.texas.gov%2FConvictionNameSearch%2F&data=05%7C01%7Csaprieto%40southplainscollege.edu%7C175f38eb235e432833be08db7d8bfe16%7C6d91b166cf6a45e99e22a02625d082a9%7C0%7C0%7C638241812439101502%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=LEachRnX9OYTOkizU2NGiCFGR%2FJ6%2FT%2Bpy4k7n1BIuqY%3D&reserved=0 
• To view Apendix I, Criminal Convincitons Barring Employment, click here: https://www.hhs.texas.gov/sites/default/files/documents/doing-business-with-hhs/licensing-credentialing-regulation/convictions-barring-employment-licensure.pdf  - or;
• https://www.hhs.texas.gov/handbooks/consumer-directed-services-handbook/appendix-i-criminal-convictions-barring-employment
•  PPD skin test (TB skin Test) 

We offer day classes that typically take 2 1/2 weeks.  Classes are Monday thru Friday from 8:00 AM-4:30 PM. 

Evening classes typically take 3 1/2 weeks.  Evening classes are Monday thru Friday from 5:00 PM-10:00 PM and clinicals are every other Saturday from 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Program Tuition:

Our comprehensive program includes 60 classroom hours and 40 clinical hours for a total investment of just $1,000.00. 

We are committed to making education accessible -monthly specials and exclusive discounts are available!

Take Advantage of our Grand Opening Special: Tuition of $700.00. Enrollment is limited to 10 students 

Flexaible Payment Options:

Students have the option to enroll in an installment plan. This plan requires 50% of the tuition due prior to the first day of class, with the remaining balance due before program completion.

State Exam 

Upon completion of the nurse aide program, the student is eligable to test for the State Exam.  The student will pay approximately $125.00 directly to the State Assessment service. This is a one-time exam fee  for certification for the lifetime of the certificate. 

The CNA job market is strong and projected to continue to grow. Some states, including Texas, are seeing an especially high demand for CNAs due to aging populations and healthcare facility expansions.

Opportunities exist in various settings and environments including nursing homes, hospitals, assisted living facilities, hospice, adult day centers, and private homes.  The CNA role is a great starting point for a career in healthcare and to further education in nursing or other healthcare professions.