Be a high school graduate and provide an official transcript or a copy of a high school diploma or possess equivalent educational credentials as established by the General Education Development Equivalency Test (GED). Home-schooled graduates will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Applicants for the Nurse Aide Training program without a high school diploma or GED will be evaluated individually.
Be at least 18 years of age
Provide a criminal background check that reveals no felony offense or concerning misdemeanor offense as required by the Texas Department of Health and Human Services for Nurse Aide Training Program and the Medication Aide Program
Provide proof of CNA certification if enrolling in the Medication Aide Program
Provide a copy of immunization records and a Tuberculosis Skill Test (PPD) with results
Provide a copy of required immunizations for the Hepatitis B Series and current Tetanus recommendations
Provide documentation of immunity to measles, mumps, and rubella
Provide proof of current completion of a basic life support course (CPR Certification) that includes performing CPR on adults, children, and infants
Provide proof of medical liability insurance
Demonstrate a desire to be a healthcare worker who is dedicated to helping the patient and/or the family
