NEW POLICY UPDATE
EFFECTIVE MAY 7TH, 2026
Nurse Aide 1 Readiness Exam Requirement
Effective May 7th, 2026, 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.
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(This is the FIRST STEP of the Application)
APPY HEREPAY IN DIFFERENT WAYS
Important Payment Reminder
If you choose an installment plan, please note that your first payment must be made before classes begin, and your final payment is due no later than the end of the first week of class. Failure to make payments or to follow through with the agreed payment arrangement, as stated in our policy, may result in removal from the course.
Note: The total tuition cost for the Weekend Accelerator Course includes the State Board Exam fee.
Upcoming Classes 2026
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.
NEW: Online Weekend Nurse Aide 1 Course
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Novant Scholarships are Now Available
(open to current and future employees)
STEP 1
STEP 2
SANKOFA DIFFERENCE
- 19-Day Accelerated Program
- All supplies, books, and equipment
- Scholarship Opportunities
- Critical Thinking Skills
- Nurturing Environment
- Employment Assistance
- Flexible Payment Plans
- Personal & Professional Development Training
- Formal Graduation Ceremony
- Coaching & Mentoring
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How to Obtain Transcripts
- New Hanover County Schools
- Fee: $15
- How to Request:
- 1. Click here to order your transcripts:
- Brunswick County Schools
- Fee: $10
- How to Request:
- 1. Visit BCSWAN.net:
- 2. Navigate to Students and click on Transcript Requests.
- 3. Follow the instructions to transmit your transcripts to our school's email address.