The Certified Nursing Aide training program specifically targets those individuals who desire to become licensed CNAs in the state of Tennessee. The C.N.A. is a specially trained individual who works at an entry-level position under the supervision of a licensed nurse. CNAs are primarily employed at nursing homes, but may also find employment with hospitals and home health agencies. General duties are basic routine patient care, assisting with meals or exercise, taking vital signs, personal hygiene, and reporting signs and symptoms that may indicate illness. The program is divided into three components of learning, including lecture, classroom skills lab, and 16 hours of supervised patient care (clinical) in a long-term care facility.
WSCC Program Requirements:
- Students must be at least 18 years of age to take this class.
- Textbooks can be purchased at the Walters State Bookstore or at any online vendor. **Mosby's Textbook for Nursing Assistants - Textbook and Workbook Package, 11th edition, 2025, Remmert & Sorrentino, ISBN 9780443121319. Cost: $123.00
- All students attending an Allied Health program in the Division of Workforce Training are required to receive the CPR-BLS and AHA Bloodborne Pathogens certifications. The course is offered monthly at WSCC campuses. Cost: $80
Clinical Site Requirements (more information will be given in class):
- Truescreen background check.
- 10-panel drug screen.
- Immunization certificate with 2 MMR vaccinations or an MMR titer test showing immunity to Measles, Mumps, and Rubella.
- TB skin test with negative results.
- TN state competency exam paid to D&S Diversified. Cost: $140
- Scrubs must be worn for the clinical portion of the class. Your instructor will provide specific information about the appropriate attire for the clinical site. Students should not purchase these items until after the first day of class.
- Personal health insurance is encouraged.
- HPSO.com professional liability insurance.
- The TN state competency exam will be scheduled approximately 2-3 weeks after class and clinical have been completed. Upon successful completion of the course, the individual will be given a Certificate of Completion and will be eligible to take the state certification exam.