Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)/Certified Nursing Assistant Training Program

Description

🩺 Certified Nursing Assistant / Nurse Aide Training Program
Empowering compassionate caregivers through hands-on, mission-driven education.

Ranked #1 in Yelp’s Top 10 Best CNA Classes Near Detroit, Michigan

🌟 Your Path to Purpose Starts Here
The CNA Training Program at Michigan Healthcare Academy (MHA) is more than a certification—it’s a launchpad for meaningful healthcare careers. Whether you’re entering the field for the first time or expanding your skills, our immersive, state-approved program equips you to deliver high-quality care with confidence, empathy, and professionalism.

🕒 Program Format
• Weeks 1–2: Classroom instruction 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Week 3: Clinical training 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• Schedule: Monday – Friday
• Session Length: 3 weeks
• Breaks: One week between sessions
• Location: Michigan Healthcare Academy, Mt. Clemens, MI

📅 Upcoming Sessions
2025
• October 06 – October 24 (In Session)
• November 03 – November 21
• December 01 – December 19
2026
• January 05 – January 23
• February 02 – February 20
• March 02 – March 20
• March 30 – April 17
• April 27 – May 15
• May 25 – June 12 (Memorial Day observed)
• June 22 – July 10
• July 20 – August 07
• August 17 – September 04 (Labor Day observed)
• September 14 – October 02
• October 12 – October 30
• November 09 – November 27 (Thanksgiving observed)
• December 07 – December 18 (Final session before holiday closure)

🎓 Dual Enrollment Discount
Earn Two Certifications in Just Three Weeks!
Receive 50% off the cost of the CNA Training Program ($499 value) when you dual enroll in both the Accelerated Phlebotomy class and the CNA program.
How it works:
• Classes must be taken concurrently
• Discount applies to tuition and lab fee
• Deposit: $899 due at enrollment
• Balance: Remaining tuition due by end of week two
• Call before enrolling: 586-738-6632 for special instructions
💬 “Finish strong. Graduate with two credentials. Step into the workforce with confidence.”

💡 Why Choose MHA for CNA Training?
• Fast-track certification in just 3 weeks
• Scenario-driven instruction rooted in empathy and excellence
• State-of-the-art CNA laboratory for immersive, hands-on learning
• Transparent financing options with Credee.com
• Inclusive, empowering classroom environment
• High state certification rates across Michigan
• Ranked #1 in Yelp’s Top 10 Best CNA Classes Near Detroit, Michigan

📢 Enrollment Now Open
Seats fill quickly—secure your spot today and begin your journey toward a rewarding healthcare career.
Let us help you turn compassion into a calling.

🧠 Program Overview
The Nurse Aide Training Program (NATP) at MHA is our flagship course—recognized for excellence across Michigan. This 90-hour program blends lecture, lab, and clinical instruction to prepare students to deliver basic healthcare services under the supervision of an RN or LPN in both acute and long-term care settings.
Upon successful completion, students are eligible to take the State of Michigan Competency Evaluation Exam. Passing this exam places your name on the Michigan Nurse Aide Registry, officially launching your career as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).

🎯 Program Objectives
Our curriculum aligns with state and federal standards and prepares students to:
• Build meaningful relationships with residents
• Communicate and interact with empathy and professionalism
• Support residents’ emotional, social, and mental health needs
• Promote functional independence and residents’ rights
• Observe, document, and report changes in health and well-being

📚 Method of Instruction
• Engaging lectures and group activities
• Hands-on lab training and return demonstrations
• Video presentations and written materials
• Quizzes, tests, and clinical practice with real residents
• Instruction by experienced, licensed professionals
• Clinical rotations at 5-star rated long-term care facilities

🧪 NATP101 – Classroom & Laboratory
Students receive foundational instruction in:
• Basic Nursing Skills
• Personal Care Skills
• Mental Health & Social Services
• Cognitive Impairment Care
• Restorative Services
• Residents’ Rights

🏥 NATP102 – Clinical Experience
Students apply their skills in real-world settings at top-rated long-term care facilities, gaining confidence and competence through direct resident care.

💼 Tuition & Financial Support

At Michigan Healthcare Academy, we believe in transparency, fairness, and accessible education. All students, whether self-paying, employer-sponsored, or funded through Michigan Works or the Michigan Achievement Skills Scholarship (MASS), are charged the same published tuition and required fees.

🎓 Program Tuition and Fees

Cost Category	Amount	Description & Inclusions
Tuition (All Students)	$1,499	Covers classroom, lab, and clinical instruction; textbook and registration; background check; American Heart Association BLS/CPR/AED certification; TB testing; and career-support services.
Mandatory Lab Fee	$99	Covers medical and clinical supplies, lab materials, and hands-on training equipment.
Uniform	Student     responsibility	Students must wear royal-blue nursing scrubs with white or mostly white non-skid shoes. The official Michigan Healthcare Academy school patch is provided free of charge.

Total Program Cost: $1,598

💰 Institutional Self-Pay Scholarship

To help make education more affordable, Michigan Healthcare Academy provides a $400 Institutional Self-Pay Scholarship to students who pay out of pocket.

Published Tuition (All Students)	$1,499
Institutional Self-Pay Scholarship	– $400
Net Self-Pay Tuition	$1,099
Mandatory Lab Fee	+ $99
Total Self-Pay Program Cost	$1,198

This scholarship is funded entirely by Michigan Healthcare Academy and does not alter the published tuition rate or mandatory lab fee.
Students funded through Michigan Works, the Michigan Achievement Skills Scholarship (MASS), or other workforce programs are billed the standard tuition and fees ($1,499 + $99).

💳 Payment & Financing Options

• Flexible Payment Plans:
  Interest-free weekly or bi-weekly plans are available directly through Michigan Healthcare Academy.
  All balances must be paid in full at least one week before the final class date.
• Credee Financing:
  Apply for extended 6-, 9-, or 12-month financing through Credee.
  • Quick online application • No early-payment penalties • Subject to credit approval

🎁 Tuition Assistance Opportunities

Michigan Works!

Students may qualify for full tuition and fee assistance through their local Michigan Works office.
Our program is listed on Michigan Training Connect (MiTC) at a total program cost of $1,598.

Michigan Achievement Skills Scholarship (MASS)

MASS funds may be applied toward tuition ($1,499).
The $99 lab fee and uniform are student responsibilities unless otherwise covered by additional funding sources.

Employer Sponsorships

Partner healthcare facilities may cover tuition and fees in exchange for a short employment commitment.
Some employers also pay hourly wages during training.
📩 Email registration@mihealthcareacademy.com for details.

⚖️ Equal Tuition Policy

Michigan Healthcare Academy complies fully with LEO, WIOA, and MASS tuition equity requirements:

• All students are charged the same published tuition ($1,499) and mandatory lab fee ($99).
• Self-pay scholarships reduce only the out-of-pocket cost, not the official tuition or fee schedule.
• Uniforms and personal-use items are not included and are purchased separately.

✅ Summary

Cost Category	Amount	Notes
Tuition (All Students)	$1,499	Same for all students
Mandatory Lab Fee	$99	Required for all students
Institutional Self-Pay Scholarship	–$400	Applies to self-pay students
Total Self-Pay Program Cost	$1,198	Tuition + Lab Fee after scholarship
Uniform	Student responsibility	Not included in tuition

Self-paying students may be reimbursed up to $1,100 if employed at a Medicaid-certified nursing facility within 12 months of passing the state exam. Learn more: Michigan CNA Reimbursement Info

✅ Admission Requirements
• Age 17+ (parental consent required if under 18)
• Valid State of Michigan ID
• Social Security card
• Proof of recent TB test (PPD or chest X-ray)
• Consent to and pass a criminal background check
• English proficiency (minimum 10th-grade reading level)
• Full attendance required

👕 Dress Code
• Solid royal blue nursing uniform
• White or mostly white non-skid tennis shoes
• MHA iron-on patch provided

🧾 What to Bring on Day One
• Pen or pencil, notebook, highlighter
• State-issued ID and Social Security card