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Anoka-Ramsey Community & Anoka Technical Colleges - Professional & Workforce Training
Nursing Assistant (NA) - Hybrid
#: CENU969    ID: CoonRapids    Section: 12.21.26
Description:

Your healthcare career starts here! This Nursing Assistant course is approved by the Minnesota Department of Health. Learn basic nursing skills including how to take vital signs, provide personal cares and mobility assistance. Become prepared to work in nursing homes, hospitals, assisted living facilities and home care agencies. Be guided by a team of registered nurses who care about your success!

Course instruction will include online coursework, in person skill days, and a mock clinical experience.

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.


Class Dates: Please note that this is an accelerated course and attendance is mandatory.
December 21, 2026 - January 6, 2027 | Monday-Thursday | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Online: December 23, 24, 28, 31, January 4
On Campus: December 21, 22, 29, 30, January 5, 6
Bring to Class:
Class Requirements: 
  • Scrub top and pants, shoes that are clean and comfortable, and watch with a second hand.
  • Attendance is mandatory for all online and in person class hours
Class Dates:
December 21, 2026 - January 6, 2027 | Monday-Thursday | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Online: December 23, 24, 28, 31, January 4
On Campus: December 21, 22, 29, 30, January 5, 6

Class Location: 
Anoka-Ramsey Community College
11200 Mississippi Blvd NW
Coon Rapids, MN 55433
Room: G238 (Off the walking track in the Health & Wellness Center)
Day(s):
M, Tu, W, Th 
Time:
8:00 AM
Sessions:
11
Cost:
$925.00
Instructor:
Deborah Pianowski
Seats Left:
Registration Cutoff Date:
Dates & Times:
12/21/2026   8:00AM - 4:00PM
Anoka-Ramsey Community College Coon Rapids - 236 Walking Track
12/22/2026   8:00AM - 4:00PM
Anoka-Ramsey Community College Coon Rapids - 236 Walking Track
12/23/2026   8:00AM - 4:00PM
Online
12/24/2026   8:00AM - 4:00PM
Online
12/28/2026   8:00AM - 4:00PM
Online
12/29/2026   8:00AM - 4:00PM
Anoka-Ramsey Community College Coon Rapids - 236 Walking Track
12/30/2026   8:00AM - 4:00PM
Anoka-Ramsey Community College Coon Rapids - 236 Walking Track
12/31/2026   8:00AM - 4:00PM
Online
1/4/2027   8:00AM - 4:00PM
Online
1/5/2027   8:00AM - 4:00PM
Anoka-Ramsey Community College Coon Rapids - 236 Walking Track