If you’re looking to complete CNA classes in Charlotte on weekends, there are two options:
- Carolinas College of Health Sciences
- Divine Health Academy
Key Differences:
- Cost: Divine Health Academy is less expensive.
- Flexibility: Carolinas College includes online components, while Divine Health does not.
- Duration: Carolinas College has a set completion timeframe of 2-3 months, whereas Divine Health’s duration varies.
Both programs offer weekend classes, but the choice between them may depend on budget, need for online flexibility, and program structure. Learn more about each of the options in the details below:
Carolinas College of Health Sciences
Carolinas College of Health Sciences offers a offers offers a weekend Nurse Aide program that combines 136 hours of training with online coursework and in-person labs. The program is ideal for students seeking flexibility and can be completed in two to three months.
The tuition is $880, but comes with financial aid options. Specifically, the Atrium Health’s Educational Assistance program and the Todd and Janelle Collins Nurse Aide Scholars Program, which potential students should ask about before enrolling in their CNA program. It is unclear what the total cost of this program would be, but it may bring the overall cost of the the program down so it is even lower than Divine’s CNA program. This likely depends entirely on the individual and how much financial aid they may receive.
Divine Health Academy
Divine Health Academy offers a weekend CNA program designed to accommodate students with busy schedules. Compared to Carolinas College of Health Sciences, it’s a more cost-effective option, with CNA I tuition at $550 and CNA II at $697.
The academy offers flexible scheduling, including weekend classes, but does not include online components. The total duration of the program varies, and students are responsible for additional costs such as uniforms and exam fees.
This program is more affordable but does not offer the same online learning flexibility.