Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) are essential members of the healthcare team. They provide basic patient care and assist individuals with activities of daily living, such as bathing, eating, and mobility. CNAs work closely with nurses and other professionals in hospitals, long-term care facilities, nursing homes, and community care facilities, as well as in home health settings. Because of the personal nature of the job, CNAs should be compassionate, reliable, and enjoy helping others.

Enrollment is now open for upcoming CNA courses - new hybrid option available

 

Spring/Summer 2026

  • Schedule: Monday - Friday
  • Non-credit hours: 85 hours
  • Location: City College Tech Building
  • Instructor: Danelle Perry

Schedule

  • Session 1: May 4 - June 3, 2026
  • Session 2: June 9 - July 7, 2026
  • Session 3: July 13 - August 6, 2026 (*Hybrid option)

*The Hybrid option includes in-person clinical practice and online didactic coursework

Course Description

This course introduces concepts and practices in basic nursing assistant skills. Topics include:

  • Basic medical terminology
  • Human anatomy and physiology
  • The aging process and chronic illness care
  • Hands-on training in patient care skills

BLS (Basic Life Support) Training will be available during the CNA course. Students must be BLS certified prior to beginning clinical experience.

Certification may be completed:

  • As part of the CNA course ($60 for on-site training), or
  • Through another provider if already certified or prefer an alternate option.


Tuition & Fees

Course Fee: $750

Additional Requirements & Costs (after acceptance): ~$248

  • Criminal Background Check – $56
  • Urine Drug Testing – $30
  • Uniform – Scrubs (any solid color)
  • American Heart Association CPR (BLS) – $60 (if taken on-site)
  • TB Testing – within the last year (two-step if never done or out of date)
  • Textbook – provided in class
  • Proof of Immunizations – MMR, Tetanus/Diphtheria, Hepatitis B series, COVID-19 (prior to clinicals)
  • Name Badge – $5

CNA Certification Exam Fee – $97 (administered at the end of the course)

Total: $998 per student (Course fee: $750 + additional costs: $248)

Note: Additional costs are payable after acceptance into the program.

Career Outlook

CNA certification opens doors to employment in:

  • Hospitals
  • Long-term care and nursing facilities
  • Assisted living and community care centers
  • Home health agencies

This program also provides a strong foundation for students interested in advancing to nursing or allied health careers.

Registration

Register: Session 1: May 4 - June 3, 2026
 
Register: Session 2: June 9 - July 7, 2026
 
Register: Session 3: July 13 - August 6, 2026 (Hybrid online option)
 
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Contact Information

Program Questions
Susan Floyd, Director of Nursing
(406) 247-3073 | sfloyd@msubillings.edu

Registration Questions
Workforce Development & Community Education
(406) 896-5965 | workforcedevelopment@msubillings.edu