Detroit, MI

1st Step Healthcare Training

Certified Nurse Aide

Location

Detroit, MI

Duration

2 weeks

State Required Hours

75 hours

Address

7800 W. Outer Drive, Suite LL60

Detroit, MI 48235

About This Program

Based at the College Park Office Center on Detroit's northwest side (Greenfield/University District), 1st Step Healthcare Training offers an accelerated two-week CNA certification with hands-on clinical rotations at partner Detroit long-term care facilities. The school has run 30+ cohorts and routes many students through Detroit at Work workforce funding, scholarships, and employer sponsorships. Programs also include phlebotomy, EKG, and BLS/CPR.

Location & Directions

7800 W. Outer Drive, Suite LL60, Detroit, MI 48235

Becoming a CNA in Michigan

Becoming a CNA in Michigan changed significantly in 2023 when LARA — the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs — switched testing vendors from Prometric to D&S Diversified Technologies (Headmaster) and launched MI-NATES (Michigan Nurse Aide Training and Enforcement System) as the state's first fully paperless registry portal. If you took a Michigan CNA exam before July 2023, you tested with Prometric; everyone since takes the Headmaster TMU exam at mi.tmutest.com. This is a recent change, and outdated study materials still reference Prometric, so make sure your prep is current.

Minimum Age

16

Training Hours

75 hours

Exam Vendor

D&S Diversified Technologies (Headmaster) — Michigan switched from Prometric in July 2023

Time to Cert

5–10 weeks (training 4–6 weeks, exam and registry 2–4 weeks)

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the CNA program at 1st Step Healthcare Training include?

Based at the College Park Office Center on Detroit's northwest side (Greenfield/University District), 1st Step Healthcare Training offers an accelerated two-week CNA certification with hands-on clinical rotations at partner Detroit long-term care facilities. The program is located at 7800 W. Outer Drive, Suite LL60, Detroit, MI 48235. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (313) 385-3307 or visit https://firststephealthcaretraining.com/.

How much does 1st Step Healthcare Training cost?

1st Step Healthcare Training has not published a flat tuition figure on this directory; pricing for the certified nurse aide depends on residency, financial aid, and any employer sponsorships. Call (313) 385-3307 or visit the program website at https://firststephealthcaretraining.com/ to request the current fee schedule. For reference, total CNA training costs in Michigan generally fall in the range of $0 (employer-sponsored) to $1,500 (private program).

How long is the program at 1st Step Healthcare Training?

The certified nurse aide at 1st Step Healthcare Training is structured as 2 weeks. Michigan requires 75 hours of state-approved training, so this program meets or exceeds the state minimum. Contact the program at (313) 385-3307 for current cohort start dates and schedule options.

How do I apply or contact 1st Step Healthcare Training?

Call 1st Step Healthcare Training directly at (313) 385-3307 or visit https://firststephealthcaretraining.com/. The program is located at 7800 W. Outer Drive, Suite LL60, Detroit, MI 48235. Ask about upcoming cohort start dates, application deadlines, background-check requirements, and any scholarships or financial-aid options before enrolling.

What Michigan CNA requirements should I know before enrolling at 1st Step Healthcare Training?

Before enrolling at 1st Step Healthcare Training, make sure you meet Michigan's minimum age (16), education requirements, and background-check rules. Michigan requires 75 hours of state-approved training and uses D&S Diversified Technologies (Headmaster) — Michigan switched from Prometric in July 2023 for the competency exam, with most candidates reaching certification in 5–10 weeks (training 4–6 weeks, exam and registry 2–4 weeks). See the full Michigan CNA requirements page for a complete checklist.

Are there other CNA programs near Detroit?

Yes. In addition to 1st Step Healthcare Training in Detroit, our directory includes CNA training programs in Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor. Comparing programs by location, schedule, and cost is the easiest way to find the best fit for your situation. Browse all Michigan CNA classes for the full list.

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