Sankofa Policy Update

NEW POLICY UPDATE

EFFECTIVE TODAY!

Nurse Aide 1 Readiness Exam Requirement

Effective today, all Nurse Aide 1 applicants must complete a Readiness Exam before enrollment.

You will receive your results right away after completing the exam. If you pass, you will automatically receive the Nurse Aide 1 Application link to continue your enrollment.

If additional preparation is needed, you may be invited to join our 4-Week Readiness Program before retesting eligibility.

Immediate Results

Receive your exam results immediately after completion.

Pass & Proceed

Passing students automatically receive the Nurse Aide 1 Application link.

Readiness Program

Additional support available through our 4-Week Readiness Program.

Weekly Live Check-Ins

Weekly Zoom check-ins and professional development training.

Your future. Our mission. Together, we grow.

Turning Back to Train & Nurture!

For Information Call 1-888-351-1555

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Upcoming Classes 2026

Sankofa Class Schedule 2026

Weekday Program

Cohort 24

Upcoming

Class Days: Tuesday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Start: April 28, 2026 — End: May 28, 2026
Clinicals: May 21–22 & May 26–28
Clinical Hours: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM

Cohort 26 – Weekday Summer Class

Upcoming

Class Days: Tuesday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Start: June 16, 2026 — End: July 16, 2026
Clinicals: July 9, 10, 14–16
Graduation: July 17, 2026 at 6:00 PM

Weekend Program

Cohort 23

Upcoming

Class Days: Friday–Monday
Start: March 13, 2026 — End: April 18, 2026
School Closed: April 3–5, 2026 (Easter Weekend)
Clinicals: April 11–13 & April 17–18

Cohort 25 – Weekend Accelerator (Summer)

Upcoming

Class Days: Friday–Monday
Start: June 12, 2026 — End: July 13, 2026
School Closed: July 4, 2026 (Holiday)
Clinicals: July 6 and July 10–13

Students are enrolled by session dates. Applying does not guarantee admission.

About Us

Sankofa is a popular African word from the Akan tribe in Ghana. The word is translated as, “it is not taboo to fetch what is at risk of being left behind.” So, in other words, we say “go back and get it”. The symbol is based off of a mythical bird with its feet planted firmly and facing forward, yet the head is turned backwards with what is perceived as an egg or seed in its mouth as if it is returning or planting.
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It is our belief that when we learn more, then we should share that knowledge, and apply that knowledge, to help those left behind. Those people may be our family, friends, former co-workers, church members, our community and more.

Mission

Our mission is to provide effective, high quality training services and education to medical professionals and to the community. Our focus is on attracting, educating, training, and employing African-Americans and other minority talent.

Vision

Our vision is to bring more diversity in the medical profession and help to bridge the gap between healthcare and the community. We are also charged with educating more people in our community on healthcare needs, of various age groups, and specifically of African-American descent, in our community by using a holistic, authentic, and unique approach.