Course Overview

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program at Health Heroes Academy prepares students to deliver safe, compassionate, and effective care in a variety of healthcare settings. Our course includes 60 hours of classroom and lab instruction plus 16 hours of hands-on clinical training, giving you the skills and confidence to provide safe, compassionate care.

What You’ll Learn

• Assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs): bathing, grooming, feeding, and mobility.

• Measuring and recording vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, and temperature.

• Infection prevention, safety procedures, and emergency response.

• Effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams.

• Professionalism, ethics, and patient rights in healthcare.

Program Format

• Duration: Complete training in as little as 2 weeks (depending on schedule).

• Instruction: Blend of classroom learning, skills labs, and supervised clinical practice.

• Certification Prep: Aligned with Wisconsin Department of Health Services requirements to prepare students for the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Competency Exam.

Career Outcomes

Graduates of the CNA program are qualified to work in nursing homes, hospitals, assisted living facilities, and home health agencies across Wisconsin. CNA certification also provides a strong foundation for students who wish to pursue nursing or other healthcare careers in the future.

CNA Course Admission Requirements:

• You must be at least 16 years old. If you are under 18, a parent or legal guardian will have complete a consent form to enroll.

• A valid driver’s license or passport – This is needed on your final exam day. Expired documents are not accepted.

• Physical Exam- Physical exam from your doctor. Must be done within 90 days of enrollment.

• TB Test- After you successfully enroll, we will provide instructions for obtaining your required TB skin or TB blood test.

• Background Check– After you successfully enroll, we will provide instructions for completing your background check.

• FLU Vaccination – Requirements vary by location and are typically required by between Oct 1 – May 31st.

• Medical Release – Students who are pregnant will need a doctor’s release stating that you are able to participate in the training program without any restrictions.

Additional Requirements:

• You must remain drug and alcohol free during class and clinicals.

• Must be free of criminal convictions within the past 5 years or any that prevent the student from being added to the nurse aide registry. Older crimes will be reviewed by the clinical sites and you must be approved for clinical by them before you can be enrolled..

• You are responsible for your own transportation to class and clinical locations.

• If you require ADA accommodations, you must complete and print the request form and submit it with the required documentation by the first day of class.

• Attendance is mandatory. You must attend 100% of all class and clinical sessions, arrive on time, and stay for the full scheduled time.

Payment Methods

• Financial Aid: Details about available financial assistance options can be found below.

• Private Pay: Please contact us for the price.

Financial Assistance

Students who qualify for assistance may receive full tuition coverage. Visit Funding page for more details

• Employer Sponsorship – Many healthcare employers will pay for staff certification.

• Educational Institutions – Some schools offer tuition assistance for certifications.

• Wisconsin DVR (Division of Vocational Rehabilitation) – Individuals with disabilities may qualify for financial support. We are a recognized DVR provider.

Start your journey at Health Heroes Academy—where classroom learning meets real-world experience, and students become healthcare heroes.

Hours of Operation:

Monday - Friday: 8:30am-4:30pm

Saturday & Sunday: Closed

Contact Us:

Location:

Phone: (414) 973-0009

7101 N. Green Bay Ave Ste 4, Glendale, WI 53209