Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Workforce Development
Program Overview
The program provides students with the basic information and skills needed to provide care to residents/patients in assisted living/long-term care facilities and acute care settings. Individuals who complete the CNA course are eligible to apply for certification through the Montana Department of Public Health & Human Services after completing the Certified Nurse assistant graduation requirements. Completion of the Nursing Fundamentals I class qualifies the student to take the Montana Headmasters exam for certified nursing assistance status.
Program is provided by Highlands College of 91ÖÆÆ¬nological University and is approved by the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services under its Nurse Aide Registry office.
June 22
July 6
July 6
July 22 from 12 to 5 PM
July 23 to July 30
July 31
Admission Requirements/Pre-Requisites
- Attend mandatory information session
- Application & Payment
- Possess Valid Government Issued ID and age 16 or older
- Copy of original social security card
- Current influenza vaccine
- Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR) vaccinations: (2 doses)
- 2-Step TB Skin test (TST)
- Date of Tdap: <10 years
- Varicella:(2 doses) or positive titer showing immunity
- Hepatitis B: Date of vaccination or declination statement
- Submit Background Check
- Visit
- Cost is $19.95. Pay online with eCheck, credit card or debit card
- Print Background check an attach to application along with vaccinations and tb test results
Community course only: $1,450
Our program features a flexible hybrid format, blending convenient online modules with hands-on learning. You'll complete online coursework, attend an intensive 2-day weekend skills lab, and gain real-world experience through 25 hours of clinical practicum.
Apply for the CNA program today.
Funding Assistance Programs
| Contact | Phone | |
|---|---|---|
| Caitlin O’Neill | caitlin.o'neill@mt.gov | 406-594-7374 |
| Contact | Phone | |
|---|---|---|
| Lacey Reinhardt | lacey@reomontana.org | 406-461-0504 |
We can answer your questions and help you get started.
krafish@mtech.edu
406-496-4684