Nurse Aide Training Program
What Does a Nurse Aide Do?
Nurse Aides who pass the state licensing exam serve as the first line of care on the nursing team to patients in variety of settings. Patient care areas range from nursing home, hospice, hospitals, home care and more.
How Much Does a Nurse Aide Make?
The average Certified Nurse Aide salary in Georgia is $15.60 as of July 24, 2025, but the range typically falls between $11.91 and $20.42. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills.
Enrollment Requirements
Must be 17 years of age or older
GED or High School Diploma or Pass literacy exam with 75% or higher.
Government issued ID
Social Security card
Negative PPD Test
If you have a background concern, please let us know and different clinicals may be arranged. Students do NOT have to supply Wellstar requirements if they conduct labs onsite at the school.
Do I Need any Prior Nurse Aide Training?
No. Being a Certified Nurse Aide requires you to take and pass a Nurse Aide Training Program and pass the state licensing exam.
In Person Course Hours & Times
85 Clock hours
24 clinical hours in person
31 hours of In person Theory
30 hours lab in person
Day Class: M-Th (3 weeks)
M-Th: 6:30 AM - 4:30 PM in person at Nursing home
M-Th: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM in person hands-on learning/theory on campus
Evening Class: M-Th (5.5 weeks)
M-Th: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM in person hands-on learning/theory on campus
M-Th: 6:30 AM - 4:30 PM in person at Nursing home
Tuition & Fees
$150 Course Registration
$1013 Course Tuition
$80 Book
$50 Workbook
$50 Uniform
$150 Lab Supplies
$1,498 Total
What's Included?
Book
Workbook
Uniform
CPR Course
Online Hybrid Course Hours & Times
85 Clock hours
24 Clinical hours In person learning
31 hours of Online Instruction
30 hours lab in person
Day Class: 3 weeks Online Learning at your leisure. Must attend campus on Mondays and Wednesdays for hands-on learning
M/W: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM In person hands-on learning on campus
M/W: 6:30 AM - 4:30 PM In person hands-on learning at Nursing home
Evening Class: 5.5 weeks Online Learning at your leisure. Must attend campus on Mondays and Wednesdays for hands-on learning
M/W: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM In person hands-on learning on campus
M/W: 6:30 AM - 4:30 PM In person hands-on learning at Nursing home