Moore Norman Technology Center CNA Program

The Nurse Aide (CNA) program at Moore Norman Technology Center in Norman and Oklahoma City, Oklahoma offers a flexible pathway into healthcare for both high school students and adult learners. This comprehensive training prepares you to provide essential hands-on care for patients in long-term care facilities, hospitals, and home health settings. Whether you’re just beginning your healthcare journey or looking to build a foundation for nursing advancement, MNTC’s CNA classes in Norman and Oklahoma City provide the skills, knowledge, and certification needed to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives while launching a rewarding healthcare career.

CNA Program Quick Facts

• Program Length: 75-480 hours (varies by program format)
• Cost of Program: $485 for adult FlexTrack program; additional costs for high school program (see expenses section)
• Accreditation: Oklahoma State Department of Health Nurse Aide Registry approved program
• State Exam Pass Rate: Contact the program directly for current pass rate information
• CNA Program Schedule: FlexTrack (self-paced) for adults; morning and afternoon sessions available for high school students

CNA Training Structure

Classroom Learning

The Moore Norman Technology Center CNA program provides comprehensive classroom instruction covering essential nursing assistant skills and concepts. For high school students in the Health Careers Certification program, coursework includes Health Careers Core Curriculum, Anatomy & Physiology, Medical Terminology, Long Term Care Nurse Aide, and Home Health Care Nursing Aide training. Adult learners in the FlexTrack program focus on the basic skills and concepts needed for certified nurse aides in long-term care and home health settings.

Clinical Experience

Students gain hands-on experience through clinical training components that prepare them for real-world healthcare environments. The program emphasizes practical skills development for providing direct patient care under the supervision of nursing and medical staff. High school students must have transportation to clinical sites prior to the first day of clinical rotations.

Exam Preparation

The program prepares students to sit for state certification exams in both Long Term Care (LTC) and Home Health Aide (HHA). These certifications are administered through the Oklahoma State Department of Health Nurse Aide Registry, allowing graduates to begin working immediately in various healthcare settings while building a foundation for career advancement.

Admission Requirements

For high school students in the Health Careers Certification program:

• Must be a high school junior or senior
• Must have successfully completed high school Biology
• Must be 16 years old by the first day of May or have Director approval
• Current immunizations required by first day of class
• Must successfully complete application process and receive acceptance into the program
• Must have transportation to clinical sites (required prior to first day of clinical rotations)
• BLS-CPR certification required

For adult learners in the FlexTrack program:

• Please contact the program directly for the most up-to-date admission requirements

CNA Class Schedule & Flexibility

FlexTrack (Adult) Options:

• Self-paced to attend on your schedule
• The first day of class is held in-person at the South Penn Campus
• Flexible learning environment designed to accommodate various learning needs and aspirations

High School Program:

• Monday through Friday
• Morning session:
  • Norman Public Schools: 9:15am – 12:05pm
  • Moore Public Schools: 9:35am – 12:25pm
• Afternoon session:
  • Norman Public Schools: 1:15pm – 4:10pm
  • Moore Public Schools: 1:25pm – 4:10pm
• Start date: August 12

Tuition & Financial Aid Information

Program Tuition Fees

• Adult FlexTrack Long Term Care Aide: $485 for 75 class hours
• High School Health Careers Certification: See cost sheet for current pricing

Additional Expenses

For high school students, additional expenses may include:

• BLS-CPR certification
• Uniforms and appropriate shoes
• Transportation to clinical sites

Financial Assistance

Moore Norman Technology Center offers various financial aid options for qualifying students:

• Federal Student Aid (adults only)
• Scholarships (including Joseph R. Barnard Scholarship, Walt Morris Scholarship, MNFT Sandy Kelso Scholarship, and more)
• Tribal Assistance for Native American students
• Oklahoma’s Promise for eligible high school students
• VA Assistance for qualifying veterans

Contact the Financial Aid office directly for information about eligibility and application procedures.

How to Apply

For High School Students:

1. The application period for the next school year opens on November 1
2. Complete the application process
3. Successfully complete prerequisites (high school Biology and BLS-CPR)
4. Receive acceptance into the program

For Adult Learners (FlexTrack):

1. Visit the MNTC website
2. Select “Enroll in next class” for your preferred program
3. Follow the online enrollment instructions
4. Attend the required in-person first day of class at the South Penn Campus

CNA Program Location & Contact Information

Franklin Road Campus:

• Institution name: Moore Norman Technology Center
• Address: 4701 12th Avenue NW, Norman, OK 73069
• Phone Number: Contact the program directly for phone information
• Email: Contact the program directly for email information
• Website: mntc.edu

South Penn Campus:

• Institution name: Moore Norman Technology Center
• Address: 13301 S. Pennsylvania, Oklahoma City, OK 73170
• Phone Number: Contact the program directly for phone information
• Email: Contact the program directly for email information
• Website: mntc.edu

Additional Resources

Moore Norman Technology Center offers additional resources for CNA students:

• Health Careers Core Curriculum materials
• Medical Terminology training
• Anatomy & Physiology coursework (may be available for academic and/or Oklahoma’s Promise credit)
• Career coaching services
• Financial aid information
• Scholarship opportunities

Summary and Next Steps

Moore Norman Technology Center’s CNA program provides a solid foundation for your healthcare career through both self-paced adult options and comprehensive high school programs. With flexible scheduling, quality instruction, and hands-on clinical experience, this program prepares you to provide compassionate care while earning valuable certifications in Long-Term Care and Home Health. Graduates can begin working immediately in various healthcare settings with average salaries ranging from $11.52-$17.07 hourly in Oklahoma, while also building a foundation for further advancement in nursing or other healthcare fields. The program boasts impressive success rates with a 92% on-time completion rate and 98% positive placement rate. Whether you’re a high school student or an adult looking to start a rewarding career in healthcare, take the first step by visiting the MNTC website to learn more about upcoming enrollment opportunities at either the Norman or Oklahoma City campus.

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