Nursing Assistant

Technical Diploma

The nursing assistant is a vital member of the health care team. The nursing assistant carries out assigned duties under the direction of the professional nurse. Responsibilities include bathing, dressing, toileting, assisting with feeding, taking vital signs, ambulating, lifting and moving clients, and performing other selected nursing procedures. The instructional program for the Nursing Assistant diploma consists of lecture with laboratory practice and supervised clinical experience in local health care facilities. This program is approved by the Wisconsin Department of Health as a nurse aide training program. The diploma is granted for successful completion of 118 hours of instruction.

Program Outline
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Course #	Course Title	Credits
3054330000	Nursing Assistant Description Provides theory, laboratory practice, and clinical experience for employment as an entry level nursing assistant in a health care facility. Approved by the Wisconsin Department of Health and Family Services.	3.00

At A Glance

How You'll Learn

On Campus

OnLine

On Location

Term Start Dates

Spring 2023: January 9

Summer 2023: May 8

Fall 2023: September 5

Start dates represent the beginning of a new term. Certain programs or courses may not be available to start every term. Please view the course schedules for a list of upcoming classes or contact the Welcome Center at 715-365-4493.

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Approximate Cost

$492*

*Based on 10-level courses—materials, books, and fees may be additional

What You'll Learn

Communicate effectively with clients, family, and co-workers.
Protect rights of clients
Complete educational requirements for the WI NA competency evaluation
Demonstrate ethical and legal responsibilities
Assist clients with rehabilitation and restorative care
Provide safe care for clients with acute and chronic health conditions
Provide holistic, safe care to a diverse populations
Work cooperatively in a team environment
Demonstrate reporting and documentation

Your Potential Careers

Nursing Assistant

Median Annual Salary

Local	State	National
$28,163	$29,035	$29,588

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Additional Costs

Students are required to pay tuition and the following other costs as applicable:

Textbook and curriculum binder ($110)
TB skin test ($15), Influenza vaccine ($45), MMR ($30)
Caregiver criminal background check ($10)
Upon successful completion of the course, students wanting to become Certified Nursing Assistants need to take the State certification exam (Approximately $120)
Uniform tops will be provided to students free of charge

WisCaregiver Careers: Free Training. Free Testing. $500 Bonus.

The Wiscaregiver Career Program offers nurse aide training at no cost to the student through participating, approved nurse aide training programs like the Nursing Assistant program at Nicolet College. Testing fees for the state competency exam will be covered for all students who successfully complete training and program requirements.

Learn more about the free training, free testing, and a $500 bonus when you start work at a participating WisCaregiver nursing home.

Credit for Prior Learning

Based on prior experience and skills, qualified Veteran medics and EMS workers may be able to test out of some classes. Contact the Dean of Health Occupations, at 715.365.4539 to learn about earning credit for what you already know.