Schedules Mornings Evenings Weekends
9:00am - 1:45pm 5:30pm - 9:00pm 9:00pm - 5:00pm
Mon - Fri Mon - Fri Sat & Sun
4 weeks 5 Weeks 6 Weeks
Course Fee: Books Fee: Registration Fee: Total:
$1199.00 $90.00 $50.00 $1339.00

Prerequisites

  • Entrance Requirements for The New York Medical Career Training Center is a High School Diploma and General Education Diploma (GED).
  • A student who does not have an H.S. Diploma or GED must take the ABLE (Assessment of Basic Learning Abilities) test and score a passing grade.

Frequently Ask Questions

The Nurse Aide/Assistant program is a total of 125 hours, including 30 internship hours and 95 class hours.

After completing the Nurse Aide/Assistant program, you can work in various healthcare settings, including:

  • Hospitals: Assisting with patient care and support.
  • Nursing Homes: Providing care for elderly residents.
  • Assisted Living Facilities: Supporting daily activities and personal care.
  • Home Health Agencies: Offering in-home care for patients.
  • Rehabilitation Centers: Helping patients recover and regain independence.
  • Clinics: Assisting in outpatient care settings.

These roles typically involve supporting nurses and healthcare teams in delivering quality patient care.

Choosing a career as a Nurse Aide/Assistant can be highly rewarding and worthwhile for several reasons:

  • Job Stability: The demand for healthcare professionals is consistently high, offering job security.
  • Impactful Work: You can make a meaningful difference in patients' lives by providing essential care and support.
  • Career Advancement: This role can be a stepping stone to further education and advanced positions in the healthcare field.
  • Personal Fulfillment: Many find the work emotionally rewarding as it involves helping people and contributing to their well-being.
  • Flexible Opportunities: You can work in various settings, including hospitals, nursing homes, and home health care, providing flexibility in job choices.

If you have a passion for caregiving and are dedicated to supporting others, this career can be both fulfilling and beneficial.