Nursing Assistant School for the Mississippi Gulf Coast

Why Mississippi Coast Students Choose Saad

Finish fast. A short program means you can start working sooner instead of spending months in school.

Train with a healthcare provider, not just a school. Saad Healthcare has been caring for Gulf Coast families since 1967, with offices in Mobile, Baldwin County, and D’Iberville. You’ll learn from people who work in home health and patient care every day.

Test where you train. Saad Healthcare Technical College is a regional CNA test center, so you can take both the written exam and clinical skills evaluation in a familiar setting.

Affordable tuition. At $850 total, our program is a low-cost way to enter a growing field.

What You’ll Learn

Our CNA training teaches you to understand and meet patients’ needs while promoting independence and self-care. Course topics include:

• The role of the nursing assistant, including communication, documentation, ethical and legal responsibilities, and medical terminology
• Basic knowledge and skills, such as infection control, the Heimlich maneuver, physiological needs, body mechanics, accident prevention, environmental safety, and emergency situations
• Essential nursing care, including basic anatomy and physiology, the disease process, body systems, vital signs, positioning and transfers, and admission and discharge procedures
• Restorative care and rehabilitation
• Specialized skills for working with elderly and cognitively impaired patients, as well as death, dying, and post-mortem care

Where CNAs Work

Certified Nursing Assistants are an important part of healthcare teams in home health, hospitals, and nursing homes. CNAs assist nursing professionals and provide direct patient care. Healthcare employers across the Gulf Coast rely on CNAs, and our program prepares students to meet certification requirements and pursue employment.

Certified in Alabama, Working in Mississippi?

Our CNA program and on-site testing lead to certification in Alabama. If you plan to work as a CNA in Mississippi, contact the Mississippi State Department of Health’s Nurse Aide Registry about the requirements for transferring your certification before you enroll. Our team is happy to answer questions about the program when you call.

Upcoming CNA Class Dates

• November 30, 2026
• December 28, 2026

Text (251) 237-9485 for class hours.

How to Register

1. Choose your class date from the schedule above.
2. Register by the Monday before class starts (5 business days prior), before 4 PM.
3. Bring your required documents: your Social Security card and state-issued ID.
4. Pay your $300 deposit at registration. The remaining $550 is due on the first day of class.

Nursing Assistant School FAQs

How long is the CNA program?
The program takes 2 weeks and 2 days, depending on the class you enroll in.

How much does the CNA program cost?
Tuition is $850: a $300 deposit at registration and $550 due on the first day of class.

Where are classes held?
Classes are held at our Mobile campus, 1515 University Boulevard South, about an hour from Biloxi and Gulfport.

Can I take the certification exam at Saad?
Yes. Saad Healthcare Technical College is a regional test center for CNA testing. The exam includes a written test and a clinical skills evaluation.

Can I work as a CNA in Mississippi after completing this program?
Our program leads to Alabama certification. Contact the Mississippi State Department of Health’s Nurse Aide Registry to learn about transferring your certification to Mississippi.

What do I need to bring to register?
Your Social Security card, your state-issued ID, and your $300 deposit.

Your New Career Starts Here

Ready to become a Certified Nursing Assistant? Classes fill up, so reserve your spot early.

📞 Call or text (251) 237-9485 to get started.

Saad Healthcare Technical College
1515 University Boulevard South
Mobile, AL 36609