This is a 166-172 contact hour course offered in a traditional classroom setting. This training program, which includes day or evening class options, will prepare you to successfully complete a state of North Carolina approved competency evaluation examination that allows the nurse aide to be listed on the N.C. Nurse Aide I Registry. The course includes instructor lectures, videos, role playing methods and hands-on learning. Upon successful completion of the course, you will be able to take the state exam through Credentia for listing and certification with the state of North Carolina. Pre-registration Required!
Spring 2025 Classes
Hamlet Campus Class: Jan. 13 - May 13 | Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 8:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. | Grimsley Building, room 204
Scotland County Campus Class: April 29 - Nov. 11 | Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 6 to 9:10 p.m. | Honeycutt Center, room 125
Summer 2025 Classes
Hamlet Campus Class: May 27 - July 15 | Monday - Thursday from 8:50 a.m. to 3:10 p.m. | Grimsley Building, room 203
Scotland County Campus Class: May 27 - July 15 | Monday - Thursday from 8:50 a.m. to 3:10 p.m. | Honeycutt Center, room 125
Course Costs
- Course Tuition: $440 (Includes tuition, books Castle Branch drug screen and background check. If you are a self-pay student, contact us about scholarships!)
- State Exam: $140
- Additional Fees: Uniform, physical, TB skin test and immunizations
Please see our policy for refunds on continuing education classes here: Refund Policy
Requirements for Registration
- Accuplacer Next Generation Reading score of 250 or higher. A transcript showing successful completion of a college level English course is a substitute for the test score.
- Valid U.S. government issued Social Security Card
- Valid driver’s license or state issued picture ID
- Current immunization record
- Current completed physical
- Current TB skin result
Course Forms
- Scholarship Application
- Residency Application
- Registration Form
- Nursing Assistant Checklist
- RCC Health Form
Students must bring required documents and payment to either Hamlet or Scotland County campus to register for class.
Need Help?
Contact Richmond Community College for more information, (910) 410-1700.