Nursing Assistant - FAQ
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Nursing Assistant 1 (NA 1) course takes 166 hours to complete. The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA 2) course takes 96 hours to complete.
Mt. Hood Community College has several student resources on campus to help students connect with employers and find a job placement both during and after their time at MHCC. Learn more through career planning.
If you're 18 or older, you can start without a high school diploma or GED® certificate. But if you haven't finished high school, you can work on it here while beginning your career. Students under 18 without a diploma should talk with an advisor to get the assistance you need to get started.
You can start a course or two without them. But it's best for all students, whether full-time or part-time, to take the placement test soon, especially if you're aiming for a degree or certificate. The test covers reading, writing, and math and is free. To schedule a placement test, contact testing services.
No, nursing assistant courses are available in all regular academic terms, including summer. Please meet with an academic advisor to plan your academic path.
Yes, there is a specific order for classes, labs, and clinical experience in these programs.
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