Program Overview
May 15, 2026
Note: This is an in-person course that uses an online platform (D2L) for assignments or supplemental materials. Reliable access to the internet and a computer is required.
Certification: Students who successfully complete the program will receive a Certificate of Completion and be eligible to sit for the Texas Certified Nurse Aide state exam.
Important: This is a non-credit program, and federal financial aid, including the Pell Grant, does not apply.
Complete the WCE Short Form
All students must complete the WCE Short Form, even if they have previously attended a WCE course or are a current Temple College student. This is the first required step in the application process and cannot be skipped.
Complete Short FormPrepare All Required Documents
Refer to the Clinical Requirements Checklist for a list of all required documents. Ensure all documents are complete and up to date. If any are missing or expired, update or obtain them before proceeding. Health records must show your name, date of birth, and the administering provider.
Purchase Screening Package
Once all required documents are gathered, purchase the screening package (Background Check and Document Tracker).
Purchase Screening PackageUpload All Required Documents
Upload all the required documents to your document tracker in Complio. Once all documents are approved, proceed to the next step.
If you need the American Heart Association BLS Certificate, you can register for a course here: tinyurl.com/wce-bls. If the available dates don't work for you, visit templecpr.com for other options. Note: If you are a DYD Scholarship recipient, do not register for the BLS course through these links.
- If you have not received the Hepatitis B vaccine or cannot provide proof, request the Heplisav-B series (a two-dose series, completed in one month). The first dose must be administered by December 16, 2025. Note: If you receive the three-dose series, you will not be eligible for this cohort, as it takes six months to complete.
- The Tdap, Influenza (Flu) vaccines, TB test, and BLS Certification must remain valid throughout the program.
- If you need the Varicella or MMR vaccines (two-dose series), start the first dose no later than December 16, 2025.
General Requirements
- A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent
- 18 years of age or older
- A valid driver's license or state-issued ID
- A Social Security number and the ability to provide proof of it upon request
Background Check Requirements
- Must pass a criminal background check with no infractions that would prohibit employment
- Must not be listed on the Nurse Aide Registry (NAR) as unemployable
Clinical Compliance Requirements
- Must upload documentation of all clinical requirements in Complio
- All documentation must be approved in Complio
- Please refer to the Clinical Requirements Checklist on what must be submitted
Post-Acceptance Requirements
- Pass a drug test
You will receive further instructions on how to complete your drug test 30 days before your clinical start date. Please do not order the drug test without prompt.
Includes: Textbook, Certification Exam, and Drug Test
Additional Costs:
- Hunter-green scrubs
- Document tracker and background check
- AHA BLS Certification course
- Watch with a second hand
- Comfortable closed-toe and heel, primarily white or black, shoes
Multiple funding sources may be available to help reduce your program costs
Schedule
- Due at Registration: $463
- 2 Weeks After Registration: $431
- 4 Weeks After Registration: $431
Important: Your tuition must be paid in full at least two weeks before the program ends to receive the exam voucher and Certificate of Completion.
Notification of Acceptance
You will receive an official acceptance email within a week of submitting your application, provided all requirements are completed and spots are available. The email will include payment instructions and orientation details.
Orientation
Your program has a mandatory orientation. The orientation will typically cover: Program expectations, Course schedules, Issuance of textbooks, Q&A with the instructor, clinical coordinator, and/or WCE staff.
Prepare for Class
Before your program begins, ensure you are able to log into the following: Your Temple College Student Email, Your Online Learning Platform (D2L).
Clinicals
Students who are eligible for clinicals are required to complete a drug test at least 14 days before clinicals begin. We will issue the drug test order. You will receive more information closer to the clinical start date.
Program Completion
Students who successfully complete the program will receive a Certificate of Completion and become eligible to sit for your program's certification exam or start the licensure process for your program.
If your account has an outstanding balance, the Certificate of Completion and any applicable exam vouchers will not be issued until the balance is paid in full.
Description
Our Certified Nurse Aide program helps students develop the skills and knowledge to become state-certified nurse aides. Nurse aides work in various healthcare facilities such as hospitals, long-term care facilities, home health agencies, community health clinics, and private clinics. Under the supervision of a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Registered Nurse, you will perform basic care functions such as bathing, grooming, feeding patients, assisting nurses with medical equipment, and checking patient vital signs. This course meets for 112 hours of instruction. Texas Certified Nurse Aides are under the jurisdiction of Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC). Upon successful completion of the Texas Nurse Aide Training program, students will receive a Certificate of Completion and be eligible to sit for the Texas Certified Nurse Aide state examination.
Course Objectives
- Provide basic care to residents in long-term care facilities
- Assist residents in maintaining maximum functional independence
- Support and promote the rights of residents
- Provide safety and preventive measures in the care of residents
- Demonstrate skill in observing and reporting
- Function effectively as a member of a healthcare team
- Communicate effectively with residents and their families regarding the psychosocial needs of residents
Course Codes
- NURA 1001 Nurse Aide for Healthcare: 64 contact hours (6.4 CEUs)
- NURA 1060 Clinical - Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide: 48 contact hours (4.8 CEUs)
Attendance Policy
The Certified Nurse Aide program requires 100% attendance for licensure. Attendance is taken at each meeting.
Student Handbook
The Medical Careers Student Handbook outlines important program policies. We encourage you to read the handbook before applying. Visit https://tinyurl.com/medical-careers-handbook to view it.
Do I need to take the TSIA to register for this program?
You do not need to take the TSIA to register for this program.
Can I use FAFSA for to pay for this program's tuition?
At this time, students are unable to use federal financial aid to pay for this program's tuition.
Do I need to pass the drug test in order to register?
No, the drug test is a clinical requirement typically completed before you begin clinicals/externships.
Workforce and Continuing Education (WCE) Department
Email: wce@templecollege.edu
Phone: 254.298.8625
Office Hours
- Monday to Thursday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Friday, 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- Monday to Thursday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Closed on Fridays
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