Detroit, MI

Wayne County Community College District - Downtown Campus

Certified Nurse Aide

Location

Detroit, MI

Duration

4-5 weeks

State Required Hours

75 hours

Address

1001 W. Fort Street

Detroit, MI 48226

About This Program

WCCCD's Curtis L. Ivery Downtown Campus sits in Detroit's central business district and houses the new Curtis L. Ivery Health and Wellness Education Center, which supports the district's allied health pipeline. The state-certified Nursing Assistant Skills Training program is a four- to five-week certificate that prepares graduates to sit for the Michigan Prometric CNA exam. Downtown's location near the QLINE and DDOT routes makes it accessible for students from across the city.

Location & Directions

1001 W. Fort Street, Detroit, MI 48226

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 This is a recent change, and outdated study materials still reference Prometric, so make sure your prep is current.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 Wayne County Community College District - Downtown Campus include?

WCCCD's Curtis L. The program is located at 1001 W. Fort Street, Detroit, MI 48226. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (313) 496-2758 or visit https://www.wcccd.edu/locations/curtis-l-ivery-downtown-campus.

How much does Wayne County Community College District - Downtown Campus cost?

Wayne County Community College District - Downtown Campus 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) 496-2758 or visit the program website at https://www.wcccd.edu/locations/curtis-l-ivery-downtown-campus 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 Wayne County Community College District - Downtown Campus?

The certified nurse aide at Wayne County Community College District - Downtown Campus is structured as 4-5 weeks. Michigan requires 75 hours of state-approved training, so this program meets or exceeds the state minimum. Contact the program at (313) 496-2758 for current cohort start dates and schedule options.

How do I apply or contact Wayne County Community College District - Downtown Campus?

Call Wayne County Community College District - Downtown Campus directly at (313) 496-2758 or visit https://www.wcccd.edu/locations/curtis-l-ivery-downtown-campus. The program is located at 1001 W. Fort Street, Detroit, MI 48226. 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 Wayne County Community College District - Downtown Campus?

Before enrolling at Wayne County Community College District - Downtown Campus, 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 Wayne County Community College District - Downtown Campus 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.

CNA Training in Other Michigan Cities