Nursing Assistant Training Course (In Person)

#: NSGA1640 ID: ATCC-065 Section: JanFeb2026

Description:

Session Dates: January 12 - February 23, 2026 (See course calendar for details)
This state-approved course is oﬀered in a classroom setting with students practicing skills in a supervised laboratory and clinical environment in long-term care. Training presents curriculum to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge essential in giving direct and supportive care as a nursing assistant in long-term care and assisted living.

This class meets OBRA requirements for training nurse assistants and the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) standards.

Students who successfully complete the program will receive a certificate of completion and be eligible to take the Nursing Assistant Competency Evaluation to be placed on the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry.

Fee includes tuition, books, materials, practice test, and background study.
Additional $10.50 out-of-pocket fee for fingerprinting and photo.
Fees subject to change
State Nursing Assistant Exam is an additional $270 testing fee due at exam registration.
The hybrid class requires use of a laptop or computer with access to high-speed internet; Chromebooks and tablets do not work
Students can rent an ATCC laptop at an additional cost of $25/week through ATCC Student Help Desk

Requirements:

A mantoux test (tuberculosis skin test) is required and will be offered at class.
The process to obtain a MDH background study with fingerprinting and photo identification will be started the first day of class.
Signature-bearing picture ID (driver's license preferred) required on the first day of class.
The minimum age recommended to take this course is 16.

Expected Attendance Requirements:
Students are expected to be in 100% attendance during classroom, skills, and clinical work experience. Any skills practice/lab/clinical Time missed will require the student to pay for private tutor Time with the instructor.

A calendar listing all training dates and Times, as well as topics covered, will be provided to the student the ﬁrst day of class. Textbooks and materials included in class fee.

Accommodations:
for the written tests can be made for students with a current Individual Education Plan (IEP) through the school system with a disability diagnosis from health provider. Training programs are taught in English only; translation is not allowed.

Registration:
Please register by completing the registration form. Legal name, date of birth, and email address are all required ﬁelds on the individual student proﬁle.

Looking for more details? You can view the full brochure and sign up using the registration form here: Nursing Assistant Training Course Flyer

Bring to Class:

Signature-bearing picture ID (Driver's License Preferred)
Social Security Number
Notebook
Pens/Pencils
Parking Permit is required to park on campus.
Park in the ATCC North Parking Lot and enter the building through Door B. Class will be held in Room 206.

Please call our office if you have questions | Yvette Halvorson, Coordinator 320-762-4546

Day(s):

M, Tu, W, Th (Note: No class on 1-13-2026 , 1-15-2026 , 1-19-2026 , 1-22-2026 , 1-29-2026 , 2-3-2026 , 2-5-2026 , 2-12-2026 and 2-16-2026)

Time:

3:30 PM

Sessions:

Contact Hours:

Cost:

$886.67

Instructor:

Seats Left:

Registration Cutoff Date:

Dates & Times:

1/12/2026 3:30PM - 9:00PM