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Nurse Aide I

Hybrid Nurse Aide I Course

This Hybrid Nurse Aide Program in Matthews, NC is designed to provide aspiring nurse aides with a flexible, high-quality education that combines online coursework with hands-on clinical training. This innovative program integrates virtual learning with in-person skill development, ensuring that students gain the necessary knowledge and competencies to provide safe and effective patient care.

 

​Schedule
• Two weeks online instruction
• One week skills lab (Monday–Friday, beginning at 5:00pm)
• One week in the nursing home (Monday–Thursday, beginning at 5:00 p.m.)

 

We are also proud to offer a special December session tailored for college students home on winter break. This accelerated format provides a productive opportunity for students to earn their Nurse Aide I certification during their academic downtime. (See calendar dates for this session)

 

Our hybrid course structure is designed for maximum flexibility and student success:

  • Online coursework — Includes interactive modules, discussion boards, and group projects to build a solid foundation in topics like infection control, patient safety, and communication skills.

  • In-person skills lab - Students apply their knowledge in a supervised setting, practicing essential nurse aide tasks with experienced instructors.

  • Nursing Facility - Clinical rotation in a licensed nursing facility, where students gain real-world experience delivering care to patients under supervision.

 

Upon successful completion of the program, students will be eligible to take the North Carolina Nurse Aide I Competency Exam, paving the way for rewarding career opportunities in healthcare settings such as hospitals, nursing homes, and home care agencies.

 

Program Requirement:  Applicants must submit the following documentation to complete the admissions process:

• A completed Admission Application and Enrollment Agreement (link provided upon registration)
• Proof of high school completion: official high school transcript, GED, or college transcript indicating high school completion
• High school students: successful completion of a basic skills assessment (link provided after submission of the admission application)
• Registration fee (refundable prior to the first day of class)
• Government-issued photo identification with signature (Driver’s License, Military ID, or DMV-issued ID card)
• One of the following: Social Security Card, Employment Authorization Document (DACA), or Birth Certificate
• Criminal background check (processed by Nursing Careers Institute)
• Physical examination report dated within the last 12 months
• TB skin test (required prior to beginning clinical rotation)
• Record of immunizations; Hepatitis B vaccination or a signed declination form is required

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Note: Classes with fewer than three registered students may be subject to rescheduling. In such cases, individuals may be asked to transfer their registration to a different class date with sufficient enrollment.

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2026​

  • Mar 2-27 (Day)

  • Apr 6–May 1 (Evening)

  • May 4–May 29 (Evening)

  • Jun 1–Jun 26 (Evening)

  • Jun 15–Jul 10 (Evening)

  • Jul 6–Jul 31 (Evening)

  • Jul 20–Aug 14 (Evening)

  • Aug 3–Aug 28 (Evening)

  • Oct 5–Oct 30 (Evening)

  • Nov 2–Nov 27 (Evening)

  • Nov 16–Dec 11 (Evening)

  • November 30th-December 18th (Special class for college students home for break)

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CPR

As a medical professional or healthcare provider, it is important to be up-to-date on the latest CPR/BLS certification guidelines. Nursing Careers Institute offers BLS certification for healthcare providers within our Nurse Aide program and is not offered to the public. Our BLS certification course covers everything from high-quality chest compressions and rescue breathing to AED use, empowering you with the knowledge and skills to care from someone in need during life-threatening emergencies or sudden cardiac arrest.

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