Nurse Aide Training is a Certificate Of Completion program offered by Compass Career College in Hammond, LA. The program takes 6 weeks to complete, with a total tuition of $1,000.
Program Overview
The Nurse Aide Training program at Compass Career College is designed to introduce students to the essential skills needed to provide quality patient care in a variety of healthcare environments. Through a combination of classroom instruction, lab practice, and supervised clinical experiences, students develop a strong foundation in safety, communication, and daily care techniques.
This program is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment as a Nurse Aide and for eligibility to seek certification in accordance with Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) requirements. Students develop the knowledge, skills, and professional behaviors necessary to provide safe, compassionate, and effective direct patient care under appropriate supervision. Instruction includes personal care skills, infection control, communication, safety, restorative care, resident rights, and basic nursing assistance techniques through both classroom and clinical training.
Students are introduced to key areas such as:
- Basic patient care and hygiene assistance
- Infection control and safety procedures
- Vital signs monitoring
- Communication with patients and healthcare teams
- Understanding patient rights and ethical care practices
What sets this Program apart
Hands-On Learning. Students learn by doing. Our hands-on training approach builds confidence and develops the practical job skills needed in today's competitive job market.
Experienced Instructors. Our instructors bring real-world industry experience into the classroom, giving students insights that go beyond textbooks — and beyond what online courses can offer.
Career-Oriented Programs. Compass Career College offers state-approved career training programs designed to prepare students for employment in Louisiana's growing industries.
Open Admissions. Compass Career College maintains an open-admission philosophy and is committed to providing access to career training. Admission to programs is based on established requirements and availability. Some programs have specific admission criteria or limited enrollment.
Supportive Learning Environment. Students benefit from a supportive educational community where instructors and staff are committed to helping each student succeed from day one.
Dedicated Workforce Development. Compass Career College focuses on career training, workforce development, and practical education — helping students gain the skills relevant to today’s workforce.
Admission Requirements and Process
The admission process begins with an enrollment application. Please bring photo identification, your high school diploma or your general equivalency diploma. Bring any academic transcripts you may have, which will be evaluated for transfer credits. If you have previously earned certifications other than your high school diploma, bring these with you.
Nurse Aide Training uses open acceptance admissions, so there are no entrance exams or placement tests. The Nurse Aide Training Program is approved and regulated by the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH); applicants must complete LDH-approved background screening and registry checks. Certain disqualifying convictions or registry findings will result in denial of admission in accordance with Louisiana Department of Health regulations.
General Requirements
- Application for AdmissionSubmit a completed enrollment application.
- Proof of identityProvide a valid government-issued photo identification for identity verification purposes; digital photo I.D.s are not accepted.
- Social Security number verificationProvide documentation sufficient to verify a Social Security number when required for federal financial aid eligibility, employment eligibility, or licensure purposes.
- Secondary education credentialProvide an official high school diploma and transcript, recognized high school equivalency credential, or other approved credential in accordance with federal and state…
- LDH background screening and registry checksComplete a Louisiana Department of Health–approved criminal background screening and registry checks of the Louisiana Nurse Aide Registry, the Direct Service Worker Registry and…
- TB skin testSubmit a TB skin test; Compass Career College requires documentation of current tuberculosis screening as a condition of participation in applicable educational activities.
- OrientationAll admitted students must attend mandatory orientation prior to beginning classes.
Application Process
- 1Submit an enrollment applicationSubmit an enrollment application for admission with the $20 non-refundable application fee.
- 2Provide identificationProvide original valid photo I.D. (driver’s license, passport, military ID, state issued ID, etc.) and your original social security card. Digital photo I.D.s are not accepted.
- 3Provide your diploma and transcriptsProvide an official valid high school diploma/transcript or high school equivalency, plus any academic transcripts to be evaluated for credit and any current certifications earned.
- 4Complete background screening and TB testSubmit the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals required criminal background screening and a TB skin test.
- 5Make financial arrangementsApply for funding from the various sources available through Compass Career College if you qualify, or sign an internal payment contract if paying out of pocket; students who qualify for Title IV funding complete Entrance Counseling and a Master Promissory Note.
- 6Attend orientationStudents must attend orientation prior to the first day of class.
Program Schedule
Classes are held Monday through Thursday. Class times are normally 8:30am – 1:45pm Monday through Thursday, and clinicals are normally 7:45am – 12:21pm Monday through Thursday. Clinical and externship experiences are scheduled in coordination with affiliated facilities and may include day, evening, night, or weekend assignments.
Allied Health programs begin approximately every 6 weeks. The next Nurse Aide Training start in Hammond is November 2, 2026.
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
Program costs.
- Tuition: $1,000
- Registration Fee: $100
- Instructional Materials: $100
- ID Badge & Lanyard: $10
- C.N.A. State Certification: $125
- CPR Certification: $50
- Supply Fee: $115
Total contract price. $1,500.
Instructional materials. This fee covers required instructional materials, which may include textbooks, workbooks, study guides, or electronic learning resources, as applicable to the program. Prices of required text are determined by various publishers and subject to change.
Registration fee. A one-time, non-refundable fee (except as required by law) assessed at enrollment to cover administrative costs associated with application processing, enrollment documentation, and student record setup. A $20 application fee is also listed on the College's online payment page.
Financial assistance. Students interested in financial assistance should obtain applications and information from the Compass Career College Financial Aid Office. Compass Career College participates in various financial assistance programs, which may include the Louisiana Workforce Investment Act (WIOA), Vocational Rehabilitation, Department of Veterans Affairs Educational Benefits and other state programs. At this time, Compass Career College does not offer institutional scholarships.
Payment options. Students may make financial arrangements by applying for funding from the various sources available through Compass Career College if they qualify, or by signing an internal payment contract if paying out of pocket.
Curriculum
Nurse Aide Training is 100 clock hours, 6 weeks full time: 29 lecture hours, 21 lab hours and 50 clinical hours. Half of the program is supervised clinical practice in a long-term care setting, and coursework is aligned to the Louisiana Nurse Aide Competency Exam, administered offsite by Prometric. To be eligible for the competency examination, students must successfully complete Nursing 110 and Nursing 210 with an overall grade of 70% or higher in both.
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Career Outcomes
Graduates are prepared for employment in a variety of healthcare settings, including long-term care facilities, skilled nursing facilities, rehabilitation centers, hospitals, home health agencies, and other patient care environments.
Upon successful completion of the program, students may receive a Nurse Aide Training completion credential and earn Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider certification. The program prepares students to take the Louisiana Nurse Aide Competency Exam, administered by Prometric.
Student outcomes (2023-2024 aid year). Completion rate 83%; placement rate 100%; licensure rate 80%. These rates are calculated according to the guidelines set forth by our National Accreditor the Council on Occupational Education.
Job placement assistance. The College provides job placement assistance to students and graduates to support their transition from education to employment related to their field of study. Compass Career College does not guarantee employment. Job placement assistance is provided as a support service and is available at no additional cost to graduates.
What to expect as a Compass Career College student
Medical Training Campus. Compass Career College is located at 42353 Deluxe Plaza, Hammond, Louisiana. Business hours are Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Compass Career College utilizes equipment comparable to that used in the student’s chosen field of study. Compass’ Medical Training Campus is housed in a 7,500 square foot building. The facility is comprised of six classrooms. One is primarily used for phlebotomy, one is a computer lab, one classroom is practical nurse training, and the remainder of the classrooms are used for other lecture courses.
Student parking. Student parking is located at the rear of the building. Students must enter the building through the rear door labeled Student Entrance.
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Why Accreditation Is Important
Compass Career College is nationally accredited by the Council on Occupational Education (COE), reaffirmed in 2023 for six years, and licensed by the Louisiana State Board of Regents. Nurse Aide Training is approved and regulated by the Louisiana Department of Health.
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide
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Student Demographics
These are demographics for all students at the Main Campus (IPEDS, 2024).
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