The clinical foundation.
CNA-aligned, six months, and the most common entry point into hospital and long-term care floor work.
The Nursing Assistant fit.
If any of these describe you, this program likely matches your goals and timeline.
Aspiring nurses
RN/BSN programs require clinical experience — CNA is the standard pre-nursing credential.
Hospital floor staff
Hospitals hire CNAs and patient care technicians directly into med-surg, ED, and ICU support roles.
Long-term care professionals
Nursing homes, assisted living, and rehab facilities are the largest CNA employers.
Career changers
Six months to a credential that pays $30–40K with strong growth trajectory.
6 modules. 224 hours.
24 weeks online + 120hr clinical externship. Asynchronous online with weekly live office hours.
Patient Care Foundations
Scope of CNA practice, patient rights, the care team structure, and ethics in clinical settings.
Anatomy & Physiology
Body systems overview, common pathologies, and how patient conditions present clinically.
Infection Control
PPE, isolation precautions, hand hygiene protocols, and bloodborne pathogen safety.
Vitals & Assessment
BP, pulse, respiration, temperature, O2 saturation; pain assessment and reporting.
Mental Health & Aging
Cognitive decline, dementia care, behavioral health basics, and end-of-life support.
CNA Externship
120 hours of supervised patient care at a partner long-term care facility, rehab center, or hospital.
Practical, employer-ready competencies.
Every skill below is taught explicitly, practiced in coursework, and validated during the externship.
Where graduates work.
Salary ranges reflect U.S. national averages. Local Texas market and metro Dallas pay tend higher in most categories.
CNA
Patient Care Tech
Hospital Floor Tech
LTC Aide
Nursing Assistant questions.
Where will my externship be?
We coordinate placement at long-term care facilities, rehab centers, or hospitals near you. The 120 hours satisfy the clinical requirement in most states.
What’s the next step after CNA?
Common paths: LPN/LVN bridge, Patient Care Tech with EKG/phlebotomy add-ons (our Diagnostic Tech program), or RN bridge programs. Career services helps you choose.
Start the Nursing Assistant program.
Open enrollment year-round. Cohorts start every 4 weeks.