The Nursing Assistant Program at SCL College, as approved by the Arizona State Board of Nursing, is a 120-hour program comprising 80 classroom/laboratory hours, and 40 clinical hours. This program will provide SCL students with the theory and skills required to practice as a nursing assistant in long-term care, intermediate care, and acute care settings.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Admission Requirements
Program and AZBN Prerequisites:
- Must be at least 16 years old.
- Pass a mandated CNA Admission Test covering english proficiency, reading comprehension, and math necessary to comprehend the course materials and perform the required duties safely.
- No active felony (ARS 32-1606) in the past 3 years or unprofessional conduct (ARS 32-1601).
- Proof of citizenship (Arizona Driver’s License or passport), or legal residency status.
- Must complete the Health Declaration. The Health Declaration is a document ensuring clearance for participation by a licensed health care provider. Prospective students must be able to meet all “essential functions”.
- Complete the Voluntary Assumption of Risk – Release of Liability Form.
- Ability to pass a Tuberculosis (TB) Skin Test, or provide prior TB results no older than 6 months from testing.
Health Requirements
For progression in the nursing program:
- Students must submit a Health and Safety Documentation Checklist verifying completion of all requirements and maintain current status throughout the program.
- Students must submit the Health Declaration Form signed by a licensed health care provider.
- Students must test negative on a timed urine drug screen.
- Admission to a nursing program requires that students be in compliance with the SCL College of Nursing Background Check policy. Program applications will not be accepted without a copy of an Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card. Qualified applicants will receive a conditional program admission, the student must comply with all health requirements.