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Welcome to Graduate America
The Nurse Aide Program at Graduate America gives you the hands-on training, clinical experience, and state exam preparation needed to become a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) in Texas. This is the fastest way to enter healthcare — and the first step in your path toward nursing, patient care, and upward mobility.
⏱️ Length: 65 Clock Hours (2–3 Weeks)
🧑⚕️ Credential: Nurse Aide Certificate of Completion
📜 Certification: Eligible for Texas Nurse Aide Registry Exam
📍 Location: Graduate America – Houston, TX
🧪 Format: In-Person Theory + Clinical Lab + Facility-Based Training
📝 Regulator: Texas Health & Human Services (HHS)
You’ll train in both classroom and clinical settings, learning:
Resident Rights & Basic Nursing Skills
Infection Prevention & Safety Protocols
Communication, Ethics & End-of-Life Care
Nutrition, Vital Signs, and Body Mechanics
ADLs: Bathing, Dressing, Toileting, Transfers
Dementia & Mental Health Support
Emergency Procedures & Teamwork
Texas Nurse Aide Registry Exam Prep
You’ll practice essential CNA skills in a simulated lab, then apply them in an approved long-term care facility — supervised by licensed nurses to ensure you're prepared for the exam and the job.
To enroll in the Nurse Aide Program, students must:
Be at least 18 years of age
Present a valid photo ID and Social Security number
Pass a background check (no disqualifying offenses)
Complete TB testing or Chest X-ray (as required)
Wear program-approved scrubs and closed-toe shoes
✅ State-Approved Program (Texas HHS)
🏥 Real Clinical Hours with Supervised Training
📘 State Exam Prep Built Into the Curriculum
💼 Fast Entry into High-Demand Healthcare Jobs
🚀 Pathway to LVN and RN Programs
🧑🏫 Caring Instructors with Real-World Experience
As a Certified Nurse Aide, you’ll qualify for positions in:
Long-Term Care Facilities
Home Health Agencies
Rehabilitation Centers
Hospitals & Hospice Care
Assisted Living & Memory Care Units
Average CNA salaries in Texas range from $28,000 to $38,000 per year, with flexible shifts and high demand.
Students receive supervised, real-world experience in active healthcare settings. Gain confidence performing core skills while shadowing experienced nursing staff.
No. The program is beginner-friendly and open to those new to healthcare.
Upon completion, you will earn a Nurse Aide Certificate and be eligible to sit for the Texas State Competency Exam.
Typically 4–6 weeks (or up to 3 months, depending on schedule and format).
Total tuition is $1,250. Payment plans and financial aid options are available.