Apr 07, 2026  
2026-2027 SLCC General Catalog 
  
2026-2027 SLCC General Catalog

Nursing Assistant: Technical Certificate (SLTC)(CTE)

Location(s): Jordan Campus, West Valley Center, Herriman Campus


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Technical Certificate | 3 Credits

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Program Description
The Nursing Assistant program is designed for students to receive their certification by completing coursework in classroom and clinical settings.

Career Opportunities
Upon program completion, the student will become eligible to be certified and licensed as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and will be able to obtain employment in the healthcare field as a CNA.

For state and national occupation information, visit https://www.onetonline.org/ and enter the following O*Net codes:

  • 31-1131.00 Nursing Assistants
  • 31-1121.00 Home Health Aides
  • 31-1122.00 Personal Care Aides
Gainful Employment
CNA positions in the State of Utah are projected to grow 27% over the next decade. This is 25% higher than the national average.  Projected annual job openings (2022-2032): 2,470.
 
Estimated Cost for Students
Tuition and student fees: https://www.slcc.edu/student/financial/tuition-fees.aspx.
Books: $51
Supplies: $45
Course Fees: $145
State Exams: $110 ($55 each for skills exam and knowledge exam)

Please visit the program website for up-to-date cost information.

Specialized Accreditation
Our program is accredited through the Utah Nursing Assistant Registry.

Licensure Information
We have made a good-faith effort to collect state licensure and certification requirements for the SLCC programs of study that lead to professional licensure. You can view additional information about state licensure requirements on our Professional Licensure webpage.

Program Requirements


Required Courses (3 Credits)


Time to Completion


The estimated time to completion is one semester (16 weeks).

Program Learning Outcomes


Program learning outcome alignment with Institution Learning Outcomes  in brackets.

  • Explain activities of daily living and nursing assistant scope of practice. [1,2]
  • Demonstrate correct recognizing and reporting, communication, infection control, safety, and residents’ rights in the care setting. [2,4]
  • Demonstrate proficiency in all skills required for state certification. [1, 7]
  • Perform nursing assistant skills in a healthcare setting. [2,7]

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