Mesa, AZ
Mesa Community College Nurse Assisting Program
Nurse Assistant Training Program
Location
Mesa, AZ
Duration
7 weeks
State Required Hours
120 hours
- Address
7110 E. McKellips Road
Mesa, AZ 85207
- Phone
- (480) 654-7200
About This Program
Mesa Community College offers a Nurse Assisting Certificate of Completion approved by the Arizona State Board of Nursing (AZBN) and meeting the 120-hour minimum training requirement. NUR158 is a 7-week, 4.5-credit course delivered at the Red Mountain Campus that prepares students for the AZBN exam to become a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) or Licensed Nurse Assistant (LNA).
Location & Directions
7110 E. McKellips Road, Mesa, AZ 85207
Becoming a CNA in Arizona
Becoming a CNA in Arizona is more time-intensive than in most states because Arizona requires 120 hours of training — 45 hours above the federal minimum of 75. Under Arizona Administrative Code R4-19-802, that 120-hour curriculum must include at least 40 hours of classroom instruction, 20 hours of supervised skills laboratory practice, 40 hours of supervised clinical experience (with at least 20 of those clinical hours providing direct resident care in a long-term care facility licensed by the Arizona Department of Health Services), plus 20 additional program-allocated hours. Most full-time programs take 6 to 10 weeks.
Minimum Age
16
Training Hours
120 hours
Exam Vendor
D&S Diversified Technologies - Headmaster LLP
Time to Cert
8–14 weeks (training 6–10 weeks, exam and registry 2–4 weeks)
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the CNA program at Mesa Community College Nurse Assisting Program include?
Mesa Community College offers a Nurse Assisting Certificate of Completion approved by the Arizona State Board of Nursing (AZBN) and meeting the 120-hour minimum training requirement. The program is located at 7110 E. McKellips Road, Mesa, AZ 85207. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (480) 654-7200 or visit https://www.mesacc.edu/departments/nursing/nurse-assisting.
How much does Mesa Community College Nurse Assisting Program cost?
Mesa Community College Nurse Assisting Program has not published a flat tuition figure on this directory; pricing for the nurse assistant training program depends on residency, financial aid, and any employer sponsorships. Call (480) 654-7200 or visit the program website at https://www.mesacc.edu/departments/nursing/nurse-assisting to request the current fee schedule. For reference, total CNA training costs in Arizona generally fall in the range of $0 (employer-sponsored) to $2,000 (private 120-hour program plus Fingerprint Clearance Card).
How long is the program at Mesa Community College Nurse Assisting Program?
The nurse assistant training program at Mesa Community College Nurse Assisting Program is structured as 7 weeks. Arizona requires 120 hours of state-approved training, so this program meets or exceeds the state minimum. Contact the program at (480) 654-7200 for current cohort start dates and schedule options.
How do I apply or contact Mesa Community College Nurse Assisting Program?
Call Mesa Community College Nurse Assisting Program directly at (480) 654-7200 or visit https://www.mesacc.edu/departments/nursing/nurse-assisting. The program is located at 7110 E. McKellips Road, Mesa, AZ 85207. Ask about upcoming cohort start dates, application deadlines, background-check requirements, and any scholarships or financial-aid options before enrolling.
What Arizona CNA requirements should I know before enrolling at Mesa Community College Nurse Assisting Program?
Before enrolling at Mesa Community College Nurse Assisting Program, make sure you meet Arizona's minimum age (16), education requirements, and background-check rules. Arizona requires 120 hours of state-approved training and uses D&S Diversified Technologies - Headmaster LLP for the competency exam, with most candidates reaching certification in 8–14 weeks (training 6–10 weeks, exam and registry 2–4 weeks). See the full Arizona CNA requirements page for a complete checklist.
Are there other CNA programs near Mesa?
Yes. In addition to Mesa Community College Nurse Assisting Program in Mesa, our directory includes CNA training programs in Phoenix, Tucson. Comparing programs by location, schedule, and cost is the easiest way to find the best fit for your situation. Browse all Arizona CNA classes for the full list.