Jackson, MS
Essential Health Careers
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
Location
Jackson, MS
Duration
16 days
State Required Hours
75 hours
- Address
618 Briarwood Drive, Suite C
Jackson, MS 39211
- Phone
- (601) 914-6600
About This Program
Operating from a Briarwood Drive office in northeast Jackson near the I-55/County Line corridor, Essential Health Careers is a vocational school licensed by the Mississippi Commission of Proprietary School and College Registration and approved by MSDH for nurse aide training. The 16-day course delivers the required minimum 60 hours of classroom/lab plus 16 clinical hours in evidence-based patient care, infection control, vital signs, and resident rights. Led by founder/director Tabitha Horne, the program reports a 98% pass rate on the Headmaster/Prometric Mississippi state CNA exam and roughly 90% job placement. Graduates are listed on the Mississippi Nurse Aide Registry and recruited by long-term care facilities and hospitals across the Jackson metro.
Location & Directions
618 Briarwood Drive, Suite C, Jackson, MS 39211
Becoming a CNA in Mississippi
Becoming a CNA in Mississippi is one of the lowest-friction pathways in the South. The state sticks with the federal 75-hour training minimum, and most full-time training programs at community colleges and career schools can be completed in 4 to 6 weeks. Programs are typically priced in the $300 to $1,000 range, with several Mississippi LTC chains in Jackson, Tupelo, Hattiesburg, and Biloxi sponsoring training tuition in exchange for a 6 to 12 month work commitment, especially in markets facing acute staffing shortages.
Minimum Age
16
Training Hours
75 hours
Exam Vendor
Headmaster LLP (D&S Diversified Technologies)
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 Essential Health Careers include?
Operating from a Briarwood Drive office in northeast Jackson near the I-55/County Line corridor, Essential Health Careers is a vocational school licensed by the Mississippi Commission of Proprietary School and College Registration and approved by MSDH for nurse aide training. The program is located at 618 Briarwood Drive, Suite C, Jackson, MS 39211. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (601) 914-6600 or visit https://www.essentialhealthcareers.com/.
How much does Essential Health Careers cost?
Essential Health Careers has not published a flat tuition figure on this directory; pricing for the certified nurse aide (cna) depends on residency, financial aid, and any employer sponsorships. Call (601) 914-6600 or visit the program website at https://www.essentialhealthcareers.com/ to request the current fee schedule. For reference, total CNA training costs in Mississippi generally fall in the range of $0 (employer-sponsored) to $1,000 (private program).
How long is the program at Essential Health Careers?
The certified nurse aide (cna) at Essential Health Careers is structured as 16 days. Mississippi requires 75 hours of state-approved training, so this program meets or exceeds the state minimum. Contact the program at (601) 914-6600 for current cohort start dates and schedule options.
How do I apply or contact Essential Health Careers?
Call Essential Health Careers directly at (601) 914-6600 or visit https://www.essentialhealthcareers.com/. The program is located at 618 Briarwood Drive, Suite C, Jackson, MS 39211. Ask about upcoming cohort start dates, application deadlines, background-check requirements, and any scholarships or financial-aid options before enrolling.
What Mississippi CNA requirements should I know before enrolling at Essential Health Careers?
Before enrolling at Essential Health Careers, make sure you meet Mississippi's minimum age (16), education requirements, and background-check rules. Mississippi requires 75 hours of state-approved training and uses Headmaster LLP (D&S Diversified Technologies) 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 Mississippi CNA requirements page for a complete checklist.
Are there other CNA programs near Jackson?
Yes. In addition to Essential Health Careers in Jackson, our directory includes CNA training programs in Gulfport, Hattiesburg. Comparing programs by location, schedule, and cost is the easiest way to find the best fit for your situation. Browse all Mississippi CNA classes for the full list.
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