Omaha, NE
Metropolitan Community College - South Omaha Campus
Certified Nursing Assistant
Location
Omaha, NE
Duration
6.5 credit hours
State Required Hours
76 hours minimum (75 hours of approved nurse aide instruction plus a 1-hour Nebraska-specific abuse, neglect, and misappropriation course)
- Address
2909 Edward Babe Gomez Ave
Omaha, NE 68107
- Phone
- (531) 622-2400
- Website
- https://www.mccneb.edu/cna/
About This Program
Metropolitan Community College offers its Certified Nursing Assistant program (HLTH 1200) at the South Omaha Campus in the Omaha metro, the state's largest healthcare market. The course is approved by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services and combines classroom lectures, lab, and clinical hours that prepare graduates to sit for the Headmaster (D&SDT) Nebraska CNA competency exam.
Location & Directions
2909 Edward Babe Gomez Ave, Omaha, NE 68107
Becoming a CNA in Nebraska
Nebraska's nurse aide system is run directly by the Department of Health and Human Services Licensure Unit, with testing contracted to the Nebraska Health Care Learning Center (NHCLC) - an affiliate of the Nebraska Health Care Association rather than a national vendor like Prometric or Headmaster. Approved 75-hour programs are delivered by the state's community college system, faith-based colleges, and a growing number of private providers like CNA Learning Hub, and all candidates schedule testing through nebraskanurseaide.org.
Minimum Age
16
Training Hours
76 hours minimum (75 hours of approved nurse aide instruction plus a 1-hour Nebraska-specific abuse, neglect, and misappropriation course)
Exam Vendor
Nebraska Health Care Learning Center (NHCLC), the DHHS-contracted state-administered testing provider
Time to Cert
4-8 weeks from program start to registry listing
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the CNA program at Metropolitan Community College - South Omaha Campus include?
Metropolitan Community College offers its Certified Nursing Assistant program (HLTH 1200) at the South Omaha Campus in the Omaha metro, the state's largest healthcare market. The program is located at 2909 Edward Babe Gomez Ave, Omaha, NE 68107. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (531) 622-2400 or visit https://www.mccneb.edu/cna/.
How much does Metropolitan Community College - South Omaha Campus cost?
Metropolitan Community College - South Omaha Campus has not published a flat tuition figure on this directory; pricing for the certified nursing assistant depends on residency, financial aid, and any employer sponsorships. Call (531) 622-2400 or visit the program website at https://www.mccneb.edu/cna/ to request the current fee schedule. For reference, total CNA training costs in Nebraska generally fall in the range of $400-$700 including 75-hour program tuition (often $375-$550 at Nebraska community colleges and the Nebraska Health Care Learning Center) plus the state competency exam and background check costs.
How long is the program at Metropolitan Community College - South Omaha Campus?
The certified nursing assistant at Metropolitan Community College - South Omaha Campus is structured as 6.5 credit hours. Nebraska requires 76 hours minimum (75 hours of approved nurse aide instruction plus a 1-hour Nebraska-specific abuse, neglect, and misappropriation course) of state-approved training, so this program meets or exceeds the state minimum. Contact the program at (531) 622-2400 for current cohort start dates and schedule options.
How do I apply or contact Metropolitan Community College - South Omaha Campus?
Call Metropolitan Community College - South Omaha Campus directly at (531) 622-2400 or visit https://www.mccneb.edu/cna/. The program is located at 2909 Edward Babe Gomez Ave, Omaha, NE 68107. Ask about upcoming cohort start dates, application deadlines, background-check requirements, and any scholarships or financial-aid options before enrolling.
What Nebraska CNA requirements should I know before enrolling at Metropolitan Community College - South Omaha Campus?
Before enrolling at Metropolitan Community College - South Omaha Campus, make sure you meet Nebraska's minimum age (16), education requirements, and background-check rules. Nebraska requires 76 hours minimum (75 hours of approved nurse aide instruction plus a 1-hour Nebraska-specific abuse, neglect, and misappropriation course) of state-approved training and uses Nebraska Health Care Learning Center (NHCLC), the DHHS-contracted state-administered testing provider for the competency exam, with most candidates reaching certification in 4-8 weeks from program start to registry listing. See the full Nebraska CNA requirements page for a complete checklist.
Are there other CNA programs near Omaha?
Yes. In addition to Metropolitan Community College - South Omaha Campus in Omaha, our directory includes CNA training programs in Lincoln, Hastings, Norfolk, North Platte, Scottsbluff. Comparing programs by location, schedule, and cost is the easiest way to find the best fit for your situation. Browse all Nebraska CNA classes for the full list.