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Nurse Assistant (Aide)

Kilgore College Workforce Education

Nurse Assistant Certificate

In order to meet the rising demand for trained personnel in the health care industry, Kilgore College offers Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) courses for fast-track training that produces successful graduates sought after for entry-level positions in the field.

The CNA program will provide the skills, knowledge and abilities essential to providing basic care to residents of long-term care facilities.

What You Will Learn

You will learn about resident's rights, communication, safety, observation, reporting and assisting residents in maintaining basic comfort and safety.

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Certified Nurse Aide Training

In-Person Classes

Four-week face-to-face Nurse Aide training

Class 1
Jan. 11 – Feb. 5, 2027
Registration deadline: Jan. 4, 2027
Class 2
Feb. 8 – March 5, 2027
Registration deadline: Jan. 29, 2027
Class 3
March 15 – April 9, 2027
Registration deadline: March 1, 2027
Class 4
April 12 – May 7, 2027
Registration deadline: April 2, 2027
Class 5
May 10 – June 7, 2027
Registration deadline: Contact Nursing for deadline
Class 6
June 7 – July 2, 2027
Registration deadline: Contact Nursing for deadline
Class 7
July 6 – July 30, 2027
Registration deadline: Contact Nursing for deadline
Class size: Enrollment is limited to 10 students. Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Hybrid Classes

Eight-week hybrid Nurse Aide training

Hybrid Class 1
Jan. 11 – March 5, 2027
Registration deadline: Jan. 4, 2027
Hybrid Class 2
March 15 – May 7, 2027
Registration deadline: March 1, 2027
Hybrid Class 3
May 10 – July 2, 2027
Registration deadline: April 30, 2027
Hybrid format: Coursework includes scheduled in-person lab check-offs and a clinical rotation during the final week.

Registration & Class Schedules

To register for the Nursing Assistant program and secure your spot, choose your preferred course format and start date from the schedules above. Email all required registration documents to:

Submit registration documents to:
NURSING@KILGORE.EDU

In-Person Class Schedule

Class Days: Monday through Thursday
Class Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Clinical Rotations: Monday through Friday
Clinical Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Hybrid Class Schedule

Class Format: Hybrid coursework with scheduled in-person lab check-offs.
Lab Check-Off Weeks: Weeks 4, 5, 6 and 7
Lab Check-Off Days & Hours: Tuesday or Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Days are scheduled with the instructor.
Clinical Rotation: Week 8, Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Enrollment: Each class has a maximum of 10 students. Registration is accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

Tuition, Fees & Registration

Tuition & Fees
$598.25
One-time program cost
Does not include the $125 certification exam.
Important Registration Reminder: Payment and all required registration items are due 10 days prior to the program start date.
Ready to Register?

Review and complete the Nursing Assistant Registration Packet before submitting your required documents to Kilgore College.

KC Nurse Assistant Info & Registration Packet

For more information

Sonja Moore

  • Administrative Assistant
  • Vocational Nursing / Nurse Assistant / Surgical Tech
  • Torrence Health Science Education Center (HSEC), 110
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