The Nurse Aide Training Program is approved by the Louisiana Department of Health and the Louisiana Board of Regents. This comprehensive Nurse Aide program consists of 133 hours, including 93 hours of classroom and lab instruction provided by licensed nurses, and 40 hours of clinical instruction in a skilled nursing facility. Students will acquire essential techniques utilized by professionals in the field. After successfully completing the 5-week, 133-hour program, students become eligible to take the certification exam with Prometric Testing to achieve their Nurse Aide certification by passing both the written and skills assessments. The dedicated staff at Advance Nursing Training is committed to equipping every student with the necessary skills to thrive in their new role as a Nurse Aide.
1) Day Program: 5 weeks, Monday-Friday, 9:00 am-2:00 pm
2) Night Program: 5 weeks, Monday-Friday, 4:00 pm-9:00 pm
3) Clinical week: The last week in class from 6:30 am-2:30 pm
4) Total hours: 133 class/clinical hours
5) Tuition: $1400, which includes CPR certification, state background check, initial state exam, and textbook rental.
*****Upcoming Class: June 29, 2026 (Night Class Only)

Welcome to Advance Nursing Training's Nurse Aide program details page. This program is designed for individuals eager to enter the medical field by obtaining their Nurse Aide certification. Please take your time to review and understand each requirement as you begin your journey into the Nurse Aide training career path. We look forward to seeing you in class!

To enroll in the Nurse Aide Training program, applicants must be 16 years of age or older. Candidates should be able to read, write, speak, and understand English proficiently. A criminal background check is required—any convictions related to abuse, neglect, mistreatment of the elderly or infirm, or misappropriation of a resident's property will prevent admission. This cost is included in the tuition for the Nurse Aide certification program. Additionally, applicants must pass the admissions exam with a score of 75% or greater; the first exam is free, with subsequent testing available for a fee of $35. A negative TB Skin Test/PPD is also required. Lastly, applicants must be U.S. citizens or authorized to work in the U.S. to be eligible for the Nurse Aide program details.

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