Nursing Assistants provide direct personal care for residents and/or patients in a variety of settings, including hospitals, long-term care facilities, assisted living, and home health. Shifts vary for each facility/setting.

Visit the school to fill out an application; bring along your social security card, driver’s license, and the registration fee of $30.00.

We follow the NC State Nurse Aide I curriculum: basic nursing skills etc.

Yes, either one is acceptable, because the curriculum requires basic knowledge of reading, writing, and basic math.

• Drug test
• Background check
• TB skin test

The Nursing Assistant I course is 112.0 hours. The course typically lasts 4 weeks (3 weeks classroom/lab, and 1 week clinical—both morning and evening classes), and the Saturday class is 8 weeks: 5 weeks of class/lab, and 3 weeks clinical.

Our State final examination passing rate is 98–100%–best in the greater Charlotte Area.

Students go to a facility with a Registered Nurse instructor to practice the skills learned on campus.

The clinical is held at long-term facilities in Charlotte.

Yes. The total tuition is $500.00. You will pay at least $300.00 on the first day of class, then the balance has to be paid by the 2nd week, or prior to the clinical rotation.

Nurse Aide I training focuses on foundational patient care, including personal hygiene, mobility assistance, and vital signs. The Nurse Aide II builds on these skills by adding additional nursing care responsibilities. Contact us to confirm the requirements for each program.

Yes, individuals interested in starting a healthcare career can explore Nurse Aide I training even without previous healthcare experience, provided they meet the school’s admission requirements. Umanah Healthcare Institute introduces students to essential nursing skills and patient care practices.

Yes, we offer morning and evening CNA classes to accommodate different schedules. Please contact us to confirm current class times, availability, and upcoming start dates for our nursing assistant training programs in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Laboratory training allows students to practice nursing assistant procedures in a supervised learning environment before applying their skills during clinical training. Students can develop confidence in patient handling, personal care, vital signs monitoring, and other essential nursing assistant responsibilities.

Yes. CNA training can provide a foundation for additional healthcare education and career development. Graduates may explore further nursing education or related healthcare programs, depending on their qualifications, career goals, and the admission requirements of the institution they choose.

Yes, we offer morning and evening CNA classes to accommodate different schedules. Please contact us to confirm current class times, availability, and upcoming start dates for our nursing assistant training programs in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Medication Aide training may help eligible individuals prepare for medication-related responsibilities in permitted care settings. Employment opportunities depend on state regulations, employer requirements, and individual qualifications. Prospective students should verify current North Carolina requirements before pursuing this career path.

Clinical experience helps students apply classroom lessons and laboratory practice in a real healthcare setting. Under the guidance of a qualified instructor, students learn to assist patients, follow care procedures, communicate professionally, & understand the daily responsibilities of a nursing assistant.

Certified Nursing Assistants help older adults with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, walking, and maintaining personal hygiene. They may also monitor vital signs, observe changes in a patient’s condition, and report concerns to the appropriate healthcare professional.

Nursing assistants help patients move safely, change positions, walk when appropriate, and complete daily activities. Proper training emphasizes safe body mechanics, appropriate assistance techniques, and patient comfort to reduce the risk of injury during routine care.

Yes. Nursing assistants can support patients by listening to their concerns, communicating respectfully, and treating them with dignity. Compassionate interaction is especially important for older adults and individuals receiving long-term care, as it can help promote comfort and trust.

Patient confidentiality means protecting private medical information and sharing it only with authorized individuals for appropriate purposes. Nursing assistant students should learn to respect patient privacy, follow facility policies, and communicate sensitive information responsibly throughout their healthcare careers.

Nursing assistants contribute to patient safety by following care procedures, maintaining cleanliness, assisting with mobility, observing changes in patient conditions, and reporting concerns promptly. Proper training helps students understand how these responsibilities support safe and dependable care in healthcare facilities.

Effective communication helps nursing assistants understand patient needs, follow care instructions, and report concerns to nurses and other healthcare professionals. It also supports respectful interactions with patients, families, and colleagues, contributing to a safer and more supportive care environment.

Nursing assistants support the healthcare team by helping patients with daily activities, monitoring basic observations, and reporting changes in patient conditions. They follow instructions from supervising professionals and perform duties within their training, authorized responsibilities, and facility policies.

During a clinical rotation, students practice approved nursing assistant skills under instructor supervision in a healthcare facility. They may observe patient care, assist with daily activities, and apply classroom knowledge while following safety procedures, facility guidelines, and professional standards.

Yes. Nurse Aide I training introduces students to essential skills used in nursing homes and long-term care facilities. Students learn to assist residents with daily activities, maintain personal hygiene, monitor vital signs, and provide respectful support under appropriate supervision.

Successful nursing assistants demonstrate compassion, patience, reliability, attention to detail, and effective communication. They must also respect patient dignity, follow instructions, maintain professional boundaries, and work cooperatively with nurses and other healthcare team members.

Prospective students can contact Umanah Healthcare Institute to ask about upcoming Nurse Aide I classes, available schedules, and enrollment deadlines. Calling us is a practical way to confirm current course availability in the Charlotte and Gastonia, NC, areas.

Umanah Healthcare Institute offers healthcare training programs taught by experienced instructors with backgrounds in nursing and public health. Its programs emphasize foundational knowledge, practical skills, & clinical experience to help students prepare for entry-level healthcare opportunities and pursue their professional goals.