Nurse Aide

Nurse Aide Level I

The North Carolina Nurse Aide I program prepares students with the essential skills needed to provide basic nursing care in long-term care facilities, hospitals, and home healthcare settings. The course covers topics such as personal care, vital signs, infection control, and communication, with hands-on clinical experience. Upon successful completion, students are eligible to take the NC Nurse Aide I competency exam for listing on the state registry.

Industry-recognized credential: North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulation

Requirements

Healthcare Course Requirements

Technical Standards

Students enrolling in these programs must meet specific emotional, behavioral, physical, and cognitive standards. This information is found in Technical Standards.

Nurse Aide I Refresher

The Nurse Aide I Refresher course prepares students who have been on the NAI registry within the past three years but have allowed their certification to expire, to take the state-mandated National Nurse Aide Assessment Program (NNAAP). This examination is necessary for re-listing on the North Carolina Nurse Aide I Registry.

Nurse Aide II

The North Carolina Nurse Aide II course prepares students to perform advanced patient care skills under the supervision of a licensed nurse. Training includes sterile technique, oxygen therapy, wound care, suctioning, and other specialized tasks required in various healthcare settings. Upon successful completion, students are eligible for listing with the North Carolina Board of Nursing as a Nurse Aide II. Textbook is Mosby’s Textbook for Nursing Assistants ISBN: 9780443121319

Industry-recognized credential: North Carolina Board of Nursing

Requirements

Healthcare Course Requirements

SPRING 2026 CLASSES

Course NameSection NumberDatesDayTimeHoursLocationFeeFree/Eligible
Nurse Aide II 54433April 7- June 25Tuesday9:00 am- 2:30 pm190 hrs.B2, 117$205.25YES

Technical Standards

Students enrolling in these programs must meet specific emotional, behavioral, physical, and cognitive standards. This information is found in Technical Standards.

For more information or to register, please contact:
Continuing Education Registration & Records Clerk
Phone: 252-940-6375
Email: [email protected]

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