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Training Program

Credential(s) Offered

Industry certification, Government license, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to Employment

Method of Delivery

In Person

When offered

Daytime Hours

Instructional Program (CIP)

Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide. 513902

Description

Classes are held Monday - Friday 7:30 am - 3:00 pm


Clinicals hours are 6:45 am - 2:45 pm in the Clinical Setting


This 6-week (225) hour training course is designed to prepare and educate students to work in a healthcare setting.  Students will learn basic health care information, job responsibilities as a resident care team member, and legal aspects of resident care.  


Requirements:



  • 18 years or older

  • High school diploma or GED

  • Valid Driver’s License

  • Take reading and math exam (TABE)

  • Pass criminal background check and drug testing

  • Transportation

  • Registered with Selective Service (Males only)


Curriculum: fundamentals of nursing, anatomy and physiology in both a classroom and clinical setting. In addition, professional conduct and employability skills are emphasized with each phase.



Certifications: Upon successful completion of the Certified Nursing Assistant Course, the individual will take the State of Delaware Nursing Assistant Exam.     


Course Hours: Completion of the Certified Nurse Assistant Course is 225 hours. 150 hours of classroom theory and skills practice and approximately 75 hours of clinical practice.


 


https://www.deskillscenter.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=3562791&type=d&pREC_ID=2401981

Details

Program Length (Weeks)

6

Hours

225

Entrance Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent

School

Delaware Skills Center

WIOA Approved Program

Yes

Curriculum Competency Based

N/A

Training Location(s)

500 Ships Landing Way, New Castle, DE 19720

Local WIB

1 - Statewide

Name of Credential

CNA License

Type of financial aid offered or have access to

No financial aid offered

Refund Policy

Refunds will only be issued within 2 weeks of the programs start date. Refund Policy can be found on Page 14 of Delaware Skills Center Course Guide. Please click on link below.

 

https://www.deskillscenter.org/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=3562644&type=d&pREC_ID=2401962

 

Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?

Yes - Delaware Health and Social Services- Division of H

Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?

No

Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?

No

Cost Items

In-State Tuition

$2,330.00 Tuition

Other Fees

$155.00 Drug & Background Checks

Supplies/Materials/Hand Tools (not included in tuition)

$80.00 A & H Uniforms

Total In-State Program Cost

$2,565.00

Demand Occupation(s)

31-1131.00Nursing Assistants
$15.00 per hour
Required Certification: CNA License

Provider Status

Approved

Address

500 Ships Landing Way, Twin Spans Industrial Park, New Castle, Delaware 19720

Phone Number

(302) 654-5392

Fax Number

(302) 654-9418

Web Address

http://www.deskillscenter.org

Last Updated

May 29, 2026

Created

Sep 06, 2019

Renewal

Jul 01, 2026

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