Nursing Assistant
Technical Diploma
Program No: 30-543-1
Degree Completion Time: 1 Term
2011-2012
Program Curriculum and Course Offerings
Recommended Sequence of Courses
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Click here to view the
Nursing Assistant Student Handbook. (.pdf)
View and print Functional Ability Statement of Understanding for this program
About the Career
Nursing Assistants play an important role in basic patient/resident care activities in hospitals, nursing homes, and other health care settings, including home health care. If you’re a good communicator, compassionate, and interested in caring for people, becoming a nursing assistant may be a rewarding career choice for you.
Training and Testing
The Nursing Assistant program meets state and federal requirements for training and testing.
Special Note
The Nursing Assistant program is open to high school students who are at least 16 years of age or older.
Career Outlook
According to the U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics, the job outlook for nursing assistants should be good well into the next decade. Because of an emphasis on rehabilitation as well as the long-term care needs of an aging population, employment of nursing assistants is expected to grow faster than the average for all occupations.
Potential Annual Starting Salary
$21,630
Salary Information Source: LTC Research Department
Careers
Home Health Aide in Home Healthcare Agencies
Nursing Assistants are employed at:
- Nursing Homes
- Hospitals
- Community-Based Residential Facilities/Adult Day Care
Approximate Costs
- $111.85 per credit (resident)
- $167.80 per credit (out-of-state resident)
- Online class fee is $10 per credit
- Other fees vary by program (books, supplies, materials, tools, uniforms, health-related exams, etc)
FAQ
What are the approximate program costs?
See the LTC Program Costs
Brochure.
What's the starting monthly salary for an
LTC Nursing Assistant program grad?
For the latest LTC graduate salary information available, click here.
Can I receive financial aid?
The Nursing Assistant does not meet the federal credit requirements to receive
financial aid. However, students are able to apply for scholarships through
the LTC Foundation, Inc.
How do I apply for admission?
Request and complete a student application and mail to LTC at 1290 North Avenue,
Cleveland, WI 53015 or print out the
application. Or you can apply online.
Testimonials
“I did a lot of research on schools in the area while deciding on a nursing career. LTC was always at the top of the list. LTC prepared me to get right into a role as a nurse, not only technically, but also mentally–the instructors prepare you for the challenges of the job. I would recommend LTC without hesitation.”
–Chuck Lindeen
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•Email info@gotoltc.edu
•Call 1.888.GO TO LTC, Ext. 1109
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