Certified Nursing Assistant/Nurse Aide

*Receive 50% off the cost of the Certified Nursing Assistant Training Program ($499) when you dual enroll in both the Accelerated Phlebotomy class AND the Certified Nursing Assistant Training Program. Finish both classes in just three weeks and receive two certificates! Discount applies to tuition and lab fee. Classes must be taken concurrently to receive the discount. A deposit of $899 is required at time of enrollment and the remaining balance due the end of the second week of training. Please call the office for special instructions (586-738-6632) prior to adding courses to your cart.

Certified Nursing Assistant Training Program (NATP101 & NATP102)
Program length: 3-weeks
Days: Monday – Friday
Time: 9:00am – 3:00pm (first two weeks) and 8:00am – 2:00pm (3rd week)
*Bundled CNA & Accelerated Phlebotomy students will attend classes 9:00am – 5:30pm (breaks provided) and 8:00am-5:30pm during clinical training.

2025 classes:
January 13, 2025 – January 31, 2025
February 03, 2025 – February 21, 2025
March 03, 2025 – March 21, 2025
April 07, 2025 – April 25, 2025
May 05, 2025 – May 23, 2025 – This class is full. No additional seats available
June 09, 2025 – June 27, 2025 – Spots available but filling quickly
July 07, 2025 – July 25, 2025 –
August 04, 2025 – August 22, 2025
September 08, 2025 – September 26, 2025
October 06, 2025 – October 24, 2025
November 03, 2025- November 21, 2025
December 01, 2025 – December 19, 2025

Overview:
The Michigan Healthcare Academy (MHA) Nurse Aide Training Program is our flagship course that has established us as a premier training institute! We meticulously designed this program to equip students with the essential skills to deliver basic healthcare services under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to residents or patients in acute or long-term care settings. This program emphasizes hands-on training, perfect for those aspiring to become Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) or looking to enhance their direct-care expertise.

Michigan Healthcare Academy (MHA) is proudly approved by the State of Michigan for the Nurse Aide Training Program, which spans approximately 90 training hours, encompassing lecture/theory, laboratory, and clinical instruction.
Upon successful completion of the Certified Nurse Aide Training Program (NATP), you will be eligible to take the State of Michigan Competency Evaluation Exam. Passing this exam will place your name on the Michigan Nurse Aide Registry, enabling you to begin your career as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)!

Program Objectives:
Our program aims to deliver top-notch healthcare services to residents in long-term care facilities, as well as patients in local hospitals, by training nurse aides to competently perform the following tasks:

Build relationships, communicate, and interact effectively on a one-to-one basis with residents.
Show sensitivity to residents’ emotional, social, and mental health needs through skillful interactions.
Assist residents in achieving and maintaining functional independence.
Support and promote residents’ rights.
Demonstrate the observational and documentation skills necessary for assessing a resident’s health, physical condition, and well-being.
(These objectives align with current state and federal requirements.)

Method of Instruction:
Lecture
Group Activities
Hands-on Training
DVD/Video Presentations
Return Demonstrations
Professional Instructors
Written Materials
Quizzes/Tests
Clinical Practice on real residents at our 5-star rated, participating Long-Term Care Facility.

NATP101 – Nurse Aide Training Program (Classroom & Laboratory)
During NATP101, each Nurse Aide student will receive classroom instruction and laboratory skills training. Students must demonstrate competency in the following areas: Basic Nursing Skills, Personal Care Skills, Mental Health and Social Services Needs, Care of the Cognitively Impaired Resident, Basic Restorative Services, and Residents’ Rights before advancing to NATP102.

NATP102 – Nurse Aide Training Program (Clinical)
This is where students apply all they have learned in NATP101 and gain hands-on experience with real residents! This part of the course is conducted at one of our nearby long-term care facilities, all of which are top-rated to provide the best training experience for our students!

Opportunities for Free Training:
Michigan Works: As a training provider for Michigan Works, MHA students who are unemployed or underemployed may be eligible for assistance with their educational training costs. To apply, simply contact your local Michigan Works office and express your interest in the Certified Nursing Assistant Training Program at MHA. They will guide you through the application process and eligibility requirements.

Work Agreement: Many of our hospital and facility partners offer to cover your training costs in exchange for a 6-month or one-year work agreement. Some facilities even pay an hourly wage while you attend classes! If interested, please send your resume to registration@mihealthcareacademy.com.

Private-Pay Discount:
At Michigan Healthcare Academy (MHA), we offer a special private-pay tuition discount for students who are not eligible for free or reduced training from other sources. This is our way of making quality education accessible to everyone!

Employer Reimbursement:
When you self-pay for your training, you can be reimbursed up to $1,100 through the Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program, provided your first job as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is at a Medicaid-certified nursing facility. The facility has up to six months after your hire date to reimburse you for training and testing costs. To be eligible, you must secure employment within twelve months of completing your testing.

Tuition Details:
Student Self-Pay Tuition Price: $899.00 (discounted for those without sponsorship or scholarship)
Regular Tuition Price: $1,499.00
Deposit: $399.00 (applied towards tuition; not required if paying in full).

Tuition Includes:
Theory, laboratory, and clinical training
Textbook
Registration fee
Criminal background check
MHA school patch
American Heart Association BLS/CPR/AED training
Certificate of training upon successful course completion
Graduation celebration
Work placement assistance

Additional Required Fees:
Lab Fee: $99.00

Flexible Payment Plans:
MHA offers interest-free weekly or bi-weekly payment plans. All balances must be paid in full no later than one week before the last day of class to continue in the program and receive your certificate.

Requirements:
Age: Must be 17 years or older (parental consent required if under 18).
Identification: Valid State of Michigan ID (driver’s license or State ID card).
Social Security: Proof of Social Security Card.
Health Screening: Proof of recent Tuberculosis (TB) testing (PPD skin test or Chest X-ray accepted). Skin test available during the second week of the program for an additional $40.00.
Background Check: Consent to and pass a criminal background check.
Language Proficiency: Ability to read and write in English at a minimum 10th-grade level.
Attendance: Must attend ALL scheduled classes (failure to do so will result in dismissal).

Dress Code:
All students must wear white or mostly white, non-skid tennis shoes and a solid royal blue nursing uniform. You will be provided with a Michigan Healthcare Academy (MHA) iron-on patch for your uniform.

What to Bring:
Please bring a pen or pencil, notebook, and a highlighter, along with your State issued ID and Social Security card, on the first day of class.

Note: Tuition does not include the Nurse Aide Training Competency Exam, which is taken after successful course completion.

Refund/Cancellation Policy:
All class cancellations must be in writing and sent to registration@mihealthcareacademy.com. Partial tuition refunds are available as follows:

20% Refund: 8-14 days before class starts
30% Refund: 5-7 days before class starts
50% Refund: 2-4 days before class starts
NO REFUND: The first day of class and thereafter
Costs associated with registration fees, textbooks, and school patches are non-refundable.