Nursing Assistant (Long-Term Care)

Health Science
This program combines classroom lecture and actual hands-on, clinical experience in local facilities to provide a comprehensive training environment. Successful completion of this program prepares students to be certified for employment as nursing assistants in long-term care facilities.  This program is state approved by the Florida Board of Nursing. 

 

Steps to Enrollment Apply now

120 hours  (4-5 weeks)

Evenings: Tuesday – Thursday

Upcoming Classes Starting

7/16/24 – 8/29/24,

9/3/24 – 10/17/24,

10/22/24 – 12/12/24,

1/7/25 – 2/20/25,

2/25/25 – 4/17/25,

4/22/25 – 6/5/25

 

Estimated total cost may vary based on program start date and program class schedule.

$818.55

(**All fees are subject to change)

2024-2025 Nursing Assistant (Long Term Care) Cost Sheet
  • General Admissions Procedures Apply
  • 17 years & older may apply
  • Participation in an Information Session
  • High School Diploma – Standard or GED recommended
  • High School Transcript

Marion Technical College along with online learning

Must have computer & Internet access for online portion of program

Program Highlights

STARTING SALARIES

Vary, ranging from:

$26,880 to $39,760*

*Based on state of Florida labor market statistics.

Employers

  • Ocala Health & Rehabilitation Center
  • Long-Term care facilities
  • Skilled nursing facilities
  • Hospice of Marion County
  • Ocala Regional Medical Center
  • West Marion Community Hospital
  • Advent Hospital
  • Home Health Agencies

What You Will Learn

Certified Nursing Assistant Master Plan of Instruction

(PDF – opens in a new window)

  • Legal and ethical responsibilities of a CNA
  • Provide personal care for geriatric patients in long-term care and home health
  • Provide physical care and comfort

INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS

Nursing Assistant Certification

70%

COMPLETION RATE*

79%

PLACEMENT RATE*

100%

LICENSURE RATE*

Business Advisors

  • Patricia Allen | AdventHealth Ocala
  • Carol Blakeman | College of Central FL
  • Sabrina Braun | HCA Healthcare
  • Christine Florimonte | Workforce Development MRMC
  • Jacqueline Hinerman | Ocala Health and Rehabilitation
  • Deborah Huguelet | Hawthorne Village of Ocala
  • Josh | Hawthorne Village of Ocala
  • Judy Ingram | Ocala Health System
  • Julie Lowrey | AdventHealth Ocala
  • Thressa Maier | AdventHealth Ocala
  • Laura McKinney | Ocala Health System
  • Peggy Recanzone | College of Central FL
  • Frances Santiago | Langley Medical Center
  • Mary Lou Todd | Human Potential Healthcare
  • Dawn Welch | AdventHealth Ocala

Steps To Enrollment

  • Step 1

    Complete & Submit Online Application.  Pay $20 non-refundable application fee.

    Please check AGE requirements before applying at https://mariontc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Program-Schedule-Age-Requirements.pdf

  • Step 2

    Submit paperwork to Student Services at the MTC campus. Provide copies of two officially recognized proofs of residency, copies of Driver’s License, and the Supplemental Program Packet.

    SUPPLEMENTAL PACKETS VARY – Attending an Information Session may be required for acceptance into the program.

  • Step 3

    Financial Aid application – www.fafsa.gov
    Complete FAFSA application and provide a Student Aid Report (SAR). MTC school code: 031039

There are also opportunities for full sponsorship with jobs available.  Please contact Student Services for this information.

  • Step 4

    You will be notified by program department of acceptance. You will be notified by Financial Aid of estimated funds available.

  • Step 5

    Pay fee and/or sign enrollment document to complete enrollment process in Student Fees.
    Seat in scheduled program is confirmed after Student Fees is completed.