C.N.A. Program
About
Prepare for a fulfilling career and state certification as a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA). The CNA certification can be a stepping stone to other jobs in healthcare. It's a great place to start. Students get hands-on as well as classroom training at Amarillo College's West Campus location.
Our program offers daytime and evening classes to fit busy schedules.
Summer 2026 Registration is Open
In-Person Registration Only
Prerequisites
Steps
- Meet with Student Coordinator
- Complio - Immunizations, Background Check, Drug Screen
The Complio website provides an all-in-one compliance tracking program on one platform. Complio is compatible with Chrome and Firefox browsers only. The average time to process is 5–10 days, but can take longer depending on demand.
- Criminal Background Check = $48
- Drug Screen = $32
- Immunizations = $20
Required Include
Note: All shots must be completed and current to be able to register for these programs.
- Tetanus-Diphtheria (May look like TD, TDap, DTap, or DT on a shot record. Must have been given within the last 10 years.)
- Measles* (2 doses must be recorded on shot record)
- Mumps*
- Rubella*
- Hepatitis B (3-shot series must be completed)
- Chickenpox Titer OR Varicella vaccination
- TB Test (Dated within the last 12 months)
- Flu shot (seasonal)
*May appear as MMR on shot record and, if so, there must be 2 doses recorded.
- Register – Pay
- Bring a government-issued photo ID and actual Social Security card at the time of registration.
Program Details
Student Coordinator
Meet with Janice Ramos – Student Coordinator
AC West Campus, Building A, Room 104
- Email: jrramos23@actx.edu
- Phone: (806) 354-6088
Program Length
8 weeks
Days/Times
Morning, Afternoon and Evening classes are available.
Curriculum
- NURA-1001: CNA Lecture
- NURA-1060: CNA Clinicals
Financial Aid
This program is eligible for financial aid. (TPEG Funding)
Applications are available at AC's West Campus, Building A, Room 104
Estimated Costs
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | $1,100.00 |
| *Uniform (2 sets of scrubs, all white shoes, and gait belt) | *$120.00 |
| Testing | $104.50 |
| Books (price may vary with each new semester) | $74.00 |
| Background check, 10 panel drug screen and immunizations | $103.00 |
| Total | $1,427.50 |
* Approximate cost from Stacy's Uniform.
Job Outlook
Job outlook is good for Certified Nurse Aides.
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