Become a Nurse Aide - Moore Norman Technology Center

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High School Juniors and Seniors Only

Start your health and medical or nursing career by preparing for two state certifications: Long-Term Care Nurse Assistant and Home Health Care Nurse Assistant. This class provides core knowledge based on the Oklahoma State Department of Health Guidelines. Upon certification, you can begin your career as a Long Term and Home Health Care Nurse Assistant, and additionally you are prepared to continue your education in the health care industry. Nursing Assistants perform delegated tasks under the supervision of a licensed nurse. Nurse Assistants focus on the physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs of the resident and their family.

Program Highlights

Experience the joy and satisfaction of helping others with activities of daily living in long term care and home health settings
Perform therapeutic treatments, take vital signs, and provide mobility assistance
Develop a foundation to provide compassionate care for patients and their families that will make a positive difference

Career Focus

Prepared for state certification, immediate employment, advanced certifications, and further education

Certifications | Clinicals/Career Coaching | Work-based Experiences

Program Details

Who can attend?

Courses

Course Name
Career Exploration
Health Careers Core Curriculum
Anatomy- ★
Physiology- ★
Medical Terminology
Long Term Care Nurse Aide
Home Health Care Nursing Aide (Deeming)
Total Class Hours: 525
★ Course may be available for academic and/or Oklahoma’s Promise credit.

Prerequisites

Requirements

Class Times

Expenses

Credentials Available

Accreditations

Is this program right for me?

Attributes

Completion & Positive Placement Rate

Potential Occupations

Potential Wages

Nurse Aide Help Center

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Are there prerequisites for this program?

A: Refer to the "Prerequisites" tab above.

Q: Does MNTC require student ID badges?

A: Yes. All students and staff must wear an MNTC badge while on campus. Pictures for badges are taken during the registration process. Students will take their photo during the campus before the school year starts. The photos are taken in Student Services every Friday in June, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Q: How much does this program cost?

A: Refer to the "expenses" tab above.

Q: I can't attend during the daytime, do you offer night classes?

A: This long-term program is not available in the evening. You might consider one of our short-term health classes or programs!

Q: Is financial aid available for this program?

A: No, this program is already tuition free because it is only open to high school students.

Q: Is there a waiting list?

A: For this program, you will need to speak with an MNTC Career Advisor. Set up your free career advisement today!

Q: What are possible occupations for me?

A: Refer to the "Potential Occupations" tab above.

Q: What certifications are available?

A: Refer to the "Credentials Available" tab above.

Q: What is the cost of this program?

A: Refer to the "cost" tab above.

Q: What kind of job could I get from this program?

A: Refer to the "potential occupations" tab above.

Q: What kind of testing is required prior to getting into the program?

A: Testing information is available during your meeting with an MNTC Career Advisor.

Q: When does the program start?

A: Refer to the "class times" tab above.

Q: Who can apply?

A: Refer to the "Who can attend?" tab above.

Q: Why is this program only available to high school students?

A: While most of our career programs are open to adult and high school students, this program is designed with career and college exploration for high school students in mind.

Q: Will MNTC help me find job opportunities during or after I finish the program?

A: Yes! Our Career and College Connection team coordinate career and college fairs on campus throughout the year. They also help with resumes, interviews, employment opportunities, etc. Additionally, internships are may be available to eligible students.

Adult Nurse Aide Students

Build your nursing career foundation by learning Certified Nurse Aide skills! Nurse aides are also known as nursing assistants, certified nursing assistants, geriatric aides, and patient care technicians. Nurse Aides provide hands-on care and perform routine tasks in long term care facilities, hospitals, and patients' / residents' homes under the supervision of nursing and medical staff.

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