modesto-PR-NURASE_SK-1The Nurse Assistant Program at Modesto Junior College prepares students to take the State Certification Exam, leading certification as a Nurse Assistant (CNA). The program is approved by California Department of Public Health. A CNA is an important member of the Healthcare team who helps people in need. In the 16 - week program, the student will complete 60 hours of theory and 100 hours of clinical. The student learns safe and effective ways to assist ill, disabled, and/or elderly people with the basic activities of living, such as bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting, grooming and mobility. Students also learn communication skills, professional behavior, the importance of teamwork, and how to provide social and emotional support to the people they care for. CNA's work in skilled nursing facilities with the elderly, in hospital settings, and in homes.Health ProfessionsSkills RecognitionCertified Nurse Assistant5.5 Major Unitshttps://mjc.elumenapp.com/catalog/2026-2027/program,nurse-assistant-mjc-fall-2026#mainContentleem@yosemite.edu