The Best Online Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Schools and Programs

Online programs for nursing assistant courses are becoming more numerous. While a flexible online education might fit your busy lifestyle, you might consider checking on that program before you commit. An online CNA school or program might seem the right choice for your budget, if that school is not accredited, you’ll waste your money.

First, you might check to make sure that an online school or program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accredited Commission (NLNAC). NLNAC provides specialized accreditation for all types of nursing education programs (clinical doctorate, master’s, baccalaureate, associate, diploma, and practical), and they also support the interests of nursing education, nursing practice, and the public by the functions of accreditation. Any courses you take under their accreditation criteria will be recognized by other schools. This is important if you plan to upgrade your education later with more courses.

You also must consider your state’s requirements for certification. Every state is different in regards to amount of time required for training and testing and the type of environment where you’d like to work. Therefore, you might want to contact your State Nurse Aide Registry and/or State Licensing Board to learn about your state’s requirements. If you know your state requirements, you can check those requirements against what the online school has to offer. Sometimes, a school or program that is located in another state will meet your demands, despite the distance.

If you plan to obtain certification for your nursing assistant training, you must spend time in a healthcare facility to gain nursing assistant skills. One way you can obtain information about the best online program for your goals is to contact a local hospital or healthcare facility to learn whether they work within online educational programs. If they do, they will have information for you on who to contact to help you make your choice.

Finally, you might wonder whether you’re picking the best online school or program to obtain your nursing assistant certification. One other way to answer that question would be to join some lists and forums to ask others about their opinions. One such forum is the Ultimate Nurse CNA forum. You can start a new thread to ask others about their education to learn more about what worked – or what did not work – for others.

Online education is a great choice for individuals who lead a full life, those who don’t want to quit their jobs and who have family responsibilities. Online programs and schools provide flexible schedules and usually are very supportive for their students. If you are a success, after all, it shines on what they can accomplish for others.

Top Online Nursing Assistant Colleges

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AA Degree in Health Care AA Degree in Medical Records	University of Phoenix — AA Degree in Health Care. This program prepares a student for becoming a certified nursing assistant, who would then be qualified to become an integral part of a healthcare administration team in any number of healthcare settings. Related Phoenix programs: AA in Medical Records.
AAS Degree in Medical Assisting AAS Degree in Health IT AAS Degree in Medical Office Mgmt AAS Degree in Medical Transcription	Kaplan University — AAS Degree in Medical Assisting. The Kaplan University School of Nursing offers courses in a wide range of topics, including informatics, management, and community nursing care. Related Kaplan programs: AAS in health information technology, AAS in medical office management, AAS in medical office management.
AS in Medical Office Admin BS in Health Services Management	Virginia College — BS in Health Services Management. This bachelor's program provides an advanced degree for the medical assistant who is looking for a management role in his/her career. Related Virginia College programs: AS in medical office administration.
AAS in Medical Administration AAS in Health IT AAS in Human Services	Rasmussen College — AAS in Medical Administration. Students of Rasmussen's online medical administration associate's degree program will learn how to successfully manage a medical office by learning medical terminology, medical ethics, coding, and billing administration. Related Rasmussen programs: AAS in health information technology, AAS in human services.
AS Degree in Medical Assisting AS Degree in Health Services	Keiser University — AS Degree in Medical Assisting. Those who want to care medically for others, but are not drawn to being nurses or doctors should consider the medical assisting program at Keiser University. Related Keiser programs: AS in health services
AS in Medical Assisting AS in Health Information Mgmt AS in Medical Billing & Coding AS in Medical Office Admin	Herzing University — AS in Medical Assisting. Students of this program are trained in how to assist nurses and doctors in examination rooms and to perform routine lab tests, handle medical records, and file insurance forms. Related Herzing programs: AS in health information management, AS in medical coding and billing, AS in medical office administration.
AABA - Healthcare Administration AABA - Medical Billing & Coding	American InterContinental University — AA in Business Administration (Healthcare Administration). AICU's business administration degree with a concentration in healthcare administration prepares students for day-to-day operations of a medical or allied health office. Related AICU programs: AS in medical coding and billing.
AS in Healthcare Administration	Brookline College — AS in Healthcare Administration. This two-year program from Brookline College combines real-world business skills with intimate knowledge of today's fast-pace and high-growth healthcare industry. Students will learn ethical, legal, and business issues related to running a healthcare organization..
BA in Healthcare Administration	Ashford University — BA in Healthcare Administration. Ashford's healthcare administration degree is for the medical assistant or CNA who wants to advance his/her career and obtain a more managerial role.
AAS in Health Info Technology	Western Career College — AAS in Health Information Technology. Health information technology is one of the fastest growing career field for aspiring medical and nursing assistants. Students of this program will learn how to work with cutting edge equipment and record keeping found in hospitals, medical offices, and other healthcare environments.
AS in Clinical Medical Assisting	San Joaquin Valley College Online — AS in Clinical Medical Assisting. This program offers back office training to provide support to physicians as well as training to assist in direct patient care. Injection administration, CPR, first aid, and assisting in minor surgery are also learned here.
BA in Health Services Administration	Baker College Online — BA in Health Services Administration. Combining core course work with independent research, this program is designed for the working profession who wants to further his/her career in the general healthcare industry.
AAS in Medical Coding & Billing	Lincoln College — AAS in Medical Coding & Billing. The medical coding and billing associate's degree program from Lincoln College Online prepares students for jobs as entry-level coding and billing specialists. Skills learned include computer technology, state/local billing regulations, anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
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