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

Take the Reasiness Exam Now

Upcoming Classes 2026

Sankofa Class Schedule 2026–2027

Weekday Program

Cohort 26 – Weekday Summer Class

CLASS FULL

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

Cohort 27

Open Enrollment

Class Days: Tuesday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Start: August 4, 2026 — End: September 3, 2026
Clinicals: August 27, 28, September 2, 3, and 4

Cohort 29

Open Enrollment

Class Days: Tuesday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM
Start: January 12, 2027 — End: February 11, 2027

Weekend Program

Cohort 25 – Weekend Accelerator (Summer)

CLASS FULL

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

Cohort 28

Open Enrollment

Class Days: Friday–Monday
Start: October 2, 2026 — End: November 25, 2026
Clinicals: October 25, 26, 28, 29, November 6

Cohort 30

Open Enrollment

Class Days: Friday–Monday
Start: January 15, 2027 — End: February 15, 2027

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.