Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Program

TMCC CNA Students

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Program is a one-semester program. Students completing the CNA NURS 130 course will be prepared to assist a professional nurse in direct client care, undertaking supportive tasks. It will prepare you for entry into the healthcare sector or serve as a preparatory program for other Allied Health Science programs or degrees.

This course meets the Nevada State Board of Nursing eligibility requirements to take the NSBN CNA Clinical Skills Competency Exam and the Written Knowledge Exam.

Enrollment is open to the general community. CNA applicants must be at least 16 years of age.

Our Mission

The mission of the Nursing Assistant Program at Truckee Meadows Community College is to graduate competent, compassionate, caring nursing assistants who strive for excellence in their delivery of care to meet the healthcare needs of the community and contribute to the healthcare profession.

Steps to Apply

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Follow these important steps to apply to the CNA/CLS Program.

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What Does It Take to Be a CNA?

The TMCC Certified Nursing Assistant Program equips students with the skills to assist professional nurses in direct client care, offering a strong foundation for those pursuing careers in healthcare. Completing the program also prepares students to advance into other TMCC allied health programs, providing a pathway to a rewarding and in-demand career in nursing and healthcare services.

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College Catalog Information

Check out additional Degree and Certificate information, including Recommended Course Schedule, Program Requirements and Program Outcomes.

Program Effectiveness Measures

See Also: Program Effectiveness Data

  1. The program will maintain a graduation rate of at least 80%.
    The JRCERT defines completion rate as the number of students who complete the program within 150% of the stated program length. JRCERT does not count attrition due to nonacademic reasons such as financial, medical, family reasons, military deployment, change in major, or other nonacademic withdrawal classified by TMCC.
  2. Graduates will pass the ARRT certification examination in Radiography.
    The program’s 5-year average ARRT certification examination pass rate will be 75% or greater at first attempt within six months of graduation.
  3. Graduates will be successfully employed in an entry-level position.
    The JRCERT defines job placement rates as graduates employed in the radiologic sciences compared to those graduates actively seeking employment.

About Nursing Assistants

Nursing assistants provide patient and resident care under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse. They assist with admitting and discharging patients and residents; make observations about patients' and residents' physical and mental status; measure vital signs, weight and height; and promote psychological comfort. Nursing assistant functions and responsibilities are directed by the federal Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) and state laws.

Get more information: Catalog: Certified Nursing Assistant, Skills Certificate

Career Paths

  • Home Health Aides
  • Nursing Assistants
  • Orderlies
  • Personal Care Aides

Our Core Values

Caring

Provide an environment of kindness and compassion that recognizes and supports cultural sensitivity.

Communication

Create an environment that supports shared decision-making, cohesiveness, collaboration and teamwork through active listening.

Competence

A shared commitment to provide a safe environment that strives for excellence, high expectations, productivity, nursing assistant knowledge / academic excellence, and is goal-oriented.

Creativity

Use critical thinking to explore innovative ways to positively impact nursing assistant care.

Professionalism

An environment that is mutually responsive to lifelong learning, collegiality, accountability, and patient advocacy.