CNA - Nursing Assistant | Cert
Degree
Certificate
Credits
4
Location
Sioux City
Cherokee
Denison
Mapleton
Estimated Program Costs Required Classes Entrance Requirements Licensure Information Nursing Assistant (CNA) Testing Nursing Assistant (CNA) Handbook CNA FAQs

The Nursing Assistant course is designed to provide students with the fundamental skills needed to deliver safe, effective patient care in a healthcare setting. Students will learn: Basic anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, infection control and safety measures, personal and physical care skills, assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), supporting individuals through the rehabilitation process, and much more.

This program prepares students to become valuable members of the healthcare team. Upon successful completion, students will be equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to pass the State of Iowa CNA certification exam.

Continue Your Nursing Career at Western Iowa Tech

Western Iowa Tech offers several nursing programs for students who wish to continue their education after completing the Nursing Assistant (CNA) certificate and gaining experience as a CNA.

Nursing - PN Diploma (Practical Nursing)

After completing the CNA certificate or working as a CNA, students may enroll in the Practical Nursing (PN) Diploma program.

  • Length: 1 year
  • Locations: Sioux City, Denison, Cherokee, and Hybrid
    • Hybrid option is partially online and partially in Sioux City
    • Cherokee and Hybrid options have a fall-only start

Graduates are prepared to take the NCLEX-PN exam to become a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

Nursing - ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing)

After becoming an LPN, students may progress into the second year of training through the Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) program.

  • Length: 1 year
  • Locations: Sioux City, Denison, and Hybrid 
    • Hybrid option is partially online and partially in Sioux City
    • Fall-only start

Graduates are eligible to take the NCLEX-RN exam to become a Registered Nurse (RN).

Admissions Information

  • Students must have applied to Western Iowa Tech within the past two years to register for the Nursing Assistant program.
  • Please allow 24 hours for your college application to process before scheduling an appointment with an advisor.

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Meet Your Advisor

Wendy Ivarson
Wendy Ivarson
Director of Cherokee Campus & Northern Service Area
Direct:  wendy.ivarson@witcc.edu
Call  712.317.3149
Cherokee Campus
Book Appointment with Wendy
Ashley Totten MSN, RN
Ashley Totten MSN, RN
Administrative Program Coordinator - Denison/Nursing Instructor
Direct:  ashley.totten@witcc.edu
Call  712.317.3397
Denison Campus
Book Appointment with Ashley

Required Classes for CNA - Nursing Assistant

For a list of current required classes, visit:
https://catalog.witcc.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=14&poid=3154&returnto=1099

Entrance Requirements

  • All students must submit to a criminal and abuse background check and be cleared before starting their program clinical experience.
  • Students will also be required to complete health forms including a TB (tuberculosis) screening. These can be completed free of charge at the Comet Clinic. 
  • All students must sign a confidentiality agreement before beginning their clinical experience.
  • All students must purchase a uniform before beginning their clinical experience. The uniform will consist of ceil blue scrub shirt and pants, analog watch, and a pair of predominantly white, nonporous shoes. 

Clinical Participation Requirements

Western Iowa Tech uses external affiliated agencies for clinical experiences for our students. Affiliated agencies may impose requirements for students in order that they be allowed access to clinical experience.

  • Students may be required to provide the following information to external affiliated agencies:
    • Criminal and Abuse Background Checks
    • Drug Test
    • Mandatory Reporter Trainings 
    • CPR (BLS)
  • The student should maintain copies of the documents listed above. Affiliating agencies may require the student to provide a copy of the documentation.
  • Unprofessional conduct, breach of confidentiality, or performing duties beyond the scope of practice or academic preparation is grounds for immediate removal from the clinical site. Removal will result in failing clinical and may include disciplinary action.
 

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Licensure Information

View Program Licensure Information

To view educational requirements for the state you wish to work, visit https://dial.iowa.gov/licenses/health-professions/cnas.

 

Estimated Program Costs

In-state tuition and fees: $852.00 * (program total)
Out-of-state tuition and fees: $876.00 * (program total)
Educational fees: $97.00/semester
Estimated books: $200.00/semester **
Estimated transportation and personal expense: $1,373.00/semester
Estimated student housing and food: $3,450.00/semester

* This is an approximate cost based on tuition and fees set by the Board of Directors before each school year. Course level fees may also apply. Use our class search page to find more information specific to each class. Additional charges for licensure or credential testing may be a part of your program.
** The cost of books varies per program.