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Tuition & Investment
CNA Certification
TOTAL PROGRAM INVESTMENT $1,859
Estimated out of Pocket Fees and other expenses to be borne by students:
D&S Headmaster NA State Exam - $130.00
Textbook and workbook -$70
Clinical exchange access for 6 months (Banner Hospital clinical training) - $20 Uniform, shoes- $60
DPS Fingerprint clearance card -$70.00 Medical/physical exam - $60
Drug test- $59
Vaccination
CPR certification - $60
TB test - $30
Estimated other expenses total: $559
Tuition and Fees: $1,300
TOTAL PROGRAM INVESTMENT $1,859
Median CNA wage in Arizona: $18–$20/hr.
Your investment pays for itself in ≈ 2 months.
(Bureau of Labor Statistics)
Program Length & Schedule
Program Length
Morning Class: 4 - 5 weeks
Evening Class: 8 - 9 weeks
Weekend Class: 2 months
Class Schedule
Morning Class: Monday - Friday
Time: 8am to 4pm
Evening Class: MWF
Time: 5pm to 10pm
Weekend Class: Sat/Sun
Time: 8am to 6pm
Location
East Valley Nurse Academy
2815 S Alma School Rd Ste 108
Mesa, AZ 85210
Course Curriculum
1
Core Nursing Foundations
In this foundational module, you’ll gain essential knowledge and professional instincts needed to excel as a nursing assistant. You will:
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Understand different healthcare settings and your role within the care team
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Learn legal, ethical, and communication standards in diverse environments
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Master infection control, safe body mechanics, emergency response, and cultural sensitivity
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Grasp human needs and development across the lifespan
2
Daily Care & Body Systems
This block immerses you in hands-on skills and body system health:
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Learn anatomy basics and posture, transfers, and ambulation
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Perform routine resident care: personal hygiene, nutrition, elimination, mobility, and maintaining safe environments
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Gain practical experience in admissions, transfers, and managing common health needs
3
Conditions & Career Readiness
Prepare for real-world, specialized care and your career growth:
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Identify and manage common acute, chronic, cognitive, and mental health conditions
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Provide specialized care for dementia, end-of-life scenarios, and rehabilitation needs
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Develop professional well-being skills: self-care, career navigation, and resilience in caregiving roles
Payment options
One Time payment:
$1,100 due two weeks prior to classes
Installment A
$300 one week prior, then $200/week for 4 weeks
Installment B:
$200 first week, then $150/week for 6 weeks