Nursing Assistant - Frequently Asked Questions

Program

Is the Nursing Assistant Program accredited?
No. However, the MATC Nursing Assistant program is approved by the U.S. Department of Health Services (DHS).

What is the length of the Nursing Assistant program?
This three-credit course can be completed in approximately eight weeks. The weekend course can be completed in 11 weeks.

Is the Nursing Assistant program a day or evening program?
Nursing Assistant course sections are available during the day, afternoon, evening and weekends. Check your campus location for class offerings.

What is the cost of the program?
Click on the link below to see the current tuition rates.
http://matc.edu/student/newstudent/fees.html

Is financial aid available for the program?
Yes. Click on the link below to review financial aid availability. Contact 414-279-6908 for additional information.
http://matc.edu/student/resources/FinancialAid/finaid.html

Are there scholarships available for the program?
Yes. Click on the link below to search for current Health Occupations Scholarships.
http://matc.edu/student/resources/FinancialAid/scholarships.html

Can prerequisites be completed at a school other than MATC?
There are no prerequisite courses required for entry into the Nursing Assistant program.
http://matc.edu/student/currentstudent/credittransfer/credittransfermain.html

Is the Nursing Assistant program course transferable to another college or university?
Yes, check with your institution for verification of course and credit transferability.

Can I choose where I do my clinical rotation?
No. The faculty within your program will select your clinical site. (See your classroom instructor for more details.)

Can I work during the program?
Yes, you may work while you are in the Nursing Assistant program. However, you should keep in mind that you should plan to spend about 3 hours per credit hour of class per week in preparation. So, if you take a 3 credit course, you’ll want to set aside approximately 9 hours of study time.

Application

Is there a student advisor?
Yes. If you are NOT currently admitted to MATC you should call 414-297-MATC or visit http://www.matc.edu/student/newstudent/Admissions.html
If you ARE currently admitted to MATC you should call 414-297-6596.

When can I apply for admission to the Nursing Assistant program?
You may apply at any time. Click on the link below to view the start date(s) for this program.
http://matc.edu/student/offerings/nurast.html

Do I need to complete any health forms?
Yes. There are forms that you must complete and also forms that your healthcare provider should complete. The health forms involve documentation of immunizations, TB and hepatitis tests, and verification from your health care provider that you are functionally able to successfully complete the program. Click on the link below to obtain a listing of functional abilities that students should have for this program. Contact the health records specialist at 414-297-7871 for further information.
http://matc.edu/student/newstudent/pdf/HLTHFRMNurseAsst.pdf

Do I need a criminal background check?
A criminal background check is required. Click on the link below to review the criminal background process. There is a $20 fee to run your criminal background check. Contact the MATC paralegal at 414-297-7498 for more details. If you have a criminal background, Wisconsin's Caregiver Law may bar you from working in field or clinical sites, depending on the date and type of your offense. If a placement site cannot be arranged for you as a result of your criminal record, you will not be able to complete your program. This requirement must be satisfied before any clinical placement is made.
Criminal Background Check Process

Are there prerequisite classes that I must take before I can apply?
No.

Are there any tests that I must take before I am admitted?
Possibly. Click on the link below to review the criteria for preadmission testing.
http://matc.edu/student/newstudent/Admissions_StepThree.html

How do I apply?
Submit an application with a $30 one-time only admission fee and an additional $20 fee for criminal background check. Click on the link below to review the application procedure.
http://matc.edu/student/newstudent/admissions.html

Is there an orientation meeting for prospective students?
No. This program does not require an orientation.

Graduation

Are there jobs available?
Yes. Click on the link below to review the latest employment rate for graduates of this program.
MATC Graduate Report

What are the current salary levels?
Click on the link below to review the latest salary level(s) for this occupation.
http://matc.edu/student/resources/JOBshop/WagesAndSalaries.html

Are graduates required to pass a licensure examination?
Yes. However, licensure examination is required only for employment purposes.

What resources are available for job placement?
http://matc.edu/student/resources/Jobs.html

How can I learn more about Nursing Assistant?
http://www.nln.org

Updated 7/16/10