Health Sciences
Nursing Assistant
Technical Diploma
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. The Nursing Assistant course meets state and federal requirements for training and testing, and is open to individuals 16 years of age or older. The course also serves as one prerequisite for individuals applying for the Nursing - Associate Degree program.
What you'll learn
- The Nursing Assistant course meets state and federal requirements for training and testing, and is open to individuals 16 years of age or older
- The course also serves as one prerequisite for individuals applying for the Nursing - Associate Degree program
- The graduating student is eligible to take the National Nurse Aid Assessment Program Exam, which includes both a written and skills exam
Where it leads
This program leads to a Technical Diploma. Talk with an advisor about transfer options and continuing education from here; see how Southwest Tech credentials stack.
Cost and next steps
Tuition depends on your course load; Paying for college covers current tuition, aid, and scholarships. When you're ready: apply, meet with an advisor, and register.
From the College's published program catalog. Reviewed July 2026.