A planned maintenance window to perform upgrades to the Colleague system beginning 12 a.m. Monday, October 2, will affect certain IT systems. Details on impacted systems are available.
To report any issues with the site, email [email protected]. For tips on navigating the site, we've created a brief how-to video.
Wake Tech's Nurse Aide, also known as Certified Nursing Assistant, programs introduce students to basic nursing skills needed in a health care setting and are approved by the North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulation.
Nurse Aide courses are in-person classes. Some courses have an online component, but attendance on campus is still required.
Disability Support Services adapts college services to the specialized, individual needs of otherwise-qualified students with disabilities.
The open lab, at Scott Northern Wake Campus (Building E, Room 135), is available only for Wake Tech Nurse Aide students. Bring your Wake Tech ID for verification.
Monday - Thursday
9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
An instructor is typically available during this time. If an instructor is not here, you may self-practice.
Monday - Thursday
5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
The lab is open at this time only if an instructor is present. Call 919-747-0120 to verify instructor availability.
Don't have enough money to pay for a course? Right now, Wake Tech's Propel program offers scholarships that cover the cost of registration, fees, books, course-specific supplies and credentialing exams.
The Propel scholarship application is closed and will reopen October 1.
Wake Tech also has scholarships tied to the Nurse Aide program, as well as information about available jobs at area health care facilities.
For more information, you can also email [email protected] or call 919-747-0120.
Wake Tech academic programs (credit and non-credit) that are designed to lead to professional licenses are tied to North Carolina or national certifications. If you intend to pursue professional licenses outside North Carolina once you have completed your academic program at Wake Tech, please refer to the Professional Licensure section of the college's distance education authorization page for additional information.
No, you do not have to be a Wake Tech student to take a Nurse Aide class.
You may register online for a class or you may come in to one of the Nurse Aide Offices to register in person. Please call 919-747-0120 before coming to the campus to ensure someone is available to help you.
You may have a blood test done to show proof of immunity.
There are no prerequisites, but you must be at least 16½ years old by the first day of class.
There is no book for the Nurse Aide I class.
There is no orientation session, but you do need to thoroughly read the Nurse Aide syllabus, which can be found on our website.
You may enroll in a Nurse Aide class up to the 10% point of the class, as long as there is seating available.
Yes, Wake Tech offers Nurse Aide classes during the Summer term.
We offer classes year round and have new classes starting almost every month at the Scott Northern Wake Campus, Perry Health Science Campus and Public Safety Education Campus. We offer day, evening, weekend and hybrid classes. Please look closely at every section, as schedules can be very different.
There is no financial aid, but financial assistance may be available through the Propel program. Email [email protected] for more information.
A confirmation email from your registration will be sent to your Wake Tech email. If you need assistance with your Wake Tech email, call the Help Desk at 919-866-7000.
You need to register and pay the $250 tuition, go to the CastleBranch website, choose package WM83 and pay $116 for your criminal background check, drug test and medical documentation manager. CastleBranch will tell you where to go to submit your urine sample before class begins.
The clinical paperwork is due prior to the clinical prep and orientation date. Submit copies of your Social Security card and other official signature-bearing ID to your instructor then upload the rest of your paperwork to CastleBranch as early as possible to allow time for review and acceptance.
Scrubs need to be worn only during clinical. Please dress modestly for class and lab.
Review the Class Withdrawal/Transfer Policy on the Nurse Aide I syllabus. Email [email protected] and include your name, your Wake Tech ID number, the section number of your class, your home mailing address and phone number and explain what you would like to do.
First, ask your instructor. If your instructor does not know the answer, email [email protected].
For assistance with Moodle, email [email protected] and put the word "Help" in the subject line.