Umanah Healthcare Institute, located in Charlotte, NC, and Gastonia, NC, offers comprehensive Nurse Aide training programs designed to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge for a successful healthcare career. The Nurse Aide I program is a 112-hour course that covers essential healthcare skills such as taking vital signs, bed-making, personal care, and emergency protocols. Classes are available both during the day (9 am-3 pm) at the Charlotte campus and in the evening (5 pm-10 pm) at the Gastonia campus. The program costs $750, and students will be prepared to take the state certification exam upon completion.
The Nurse Aide II program extends over 11 weeks, with classes held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4 pm to 9 pm. This program builds on the skills acquired in Nurse Aide I, with a focus on advanced patient care techniques. Tuition for this program is $850, which includes textbooks, handouts, a study packet, and an ID badge. Both programs offer payment plans to accommodate students’ financial needs.
Enrollment requirements for both programs include a high school diploma or GED, immunization verification, a TB skin test, a background check, a valid Social Security number, and a valid driver’s license or state ID. Additionally, students must complete a drug test. The institute prides itself on a low student-to-instructor ratio of 10:1, ensuring personalized attention and support for each student.
Umanah Healthcare Institute is licensed by the North Carolina State Board of Nursing and the Community School System. The institute’s mission is to provide quality education to individuals of all backgrounds, promoting integrity and compassion in healthcare practices. The experienced instructors at Umanah, including Courtney Adamson, Patricia Umanah, Nataya Wilson, and Bassey Udosen, bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the classroom.
| Program Information | Details |
| Cost | $750 for CNA I, $850 for CNA II |
| Program Duration | 4 weeks for CNA I, 11 weeks for CNA II |
| Class Schedules | Day (9 am-3 pm), Evening (5 pm-10 pm) |
| Prerequisites | HS/GED transcript, immunizations, TB test, background check, SSN, ID, drug test |
| Certification Eligibility | Yes |
| Locations | 5801 Executive Center Dr #103, Charlotte, NC 28212 (Charlotte Campus), 645 Cox Road, Suite C, Gastonia, NC 28054 (Gastonia Campus) |
| Phone | (704) 531-1100 (Charlotte Campus), (704) 215-6674 (Gastonia Campus) |
| [email protected] | |
| Website | Umanah Healthcare Institute |
| Job Placement | No |
| Online Classes? | No |
| Free Classes? | No |