Nursing Assistant Technical Diploma

Be sure to understand the Nursing Program Functional Abilities necessary for the nursing assistant coursework.

All registration requirements listed below must be completed prior to enrolling in a Nursing Assistant course. (This process will take on average 2-8 weeks to complete).

Create a Madison College Student Account

Create a Madison College Student Account (if you do not already have one).

Background Check and Health Screening Package

Complete these required background check and health screening steps.

1. Purchase a Background Check and Health Screening

You will need to purchase a Castlebranch Account (if you are taking Nursing Assistant Summer or Fall 2025). Madison College is transitioning to Viewpoint Screening for students taking Nursing Assistant Spring 2026 and after.  Beginning October 1, 2025, you will be able to create a Viewpoint Screening Account. 

For students wanting to take nursing assistant in the Summer or Fall semester 2025, please purchase and create a CastleBranch account using Package Code MJ17. The cost for the background check and health screening package is $54.19 + $1.99 processing fee.

2. Background Information Disclosure Form

Print and complete the Background Information Disclosure Form (PDF).

See our Health and Nursing Programs Policies page to learn more about the background check process.

3. Nursing Assistant Program Health Requirements Checklist

Refer to the Nursing Assistant Program Health Requirements Checklist (PDF)  Use this document to complete the mandatory health requirements. If you are having trouble reading this PDF, please contact the School of Nursing at 608.246.6780.

Note: Depending on your vaccination history, you may need updated immunizations or titers (blood draws) to demonstrate your immunity. Tuberculosis (TB) testing may take up to four clinic visits.

4. Upload Background Check and Health Screening

Scan, save and upload your complete Background Information Disclosure (BID) and Health Screening forms to your account; be sure to include any supporting lab reports or immunization documentation.

5. Health/Accident Insurance

Health/accident insurance is required to take this course. If you do not have your own comprehensive health insurance, you may purchase student accident insurance. The accident insurance is $15/semester.

Learn more about the Student Accident Insurance Plan at gallagherstudent.com.

6. Check Your Email for "To Do" Messages

After uploading the required documents, be sure to check your email account for any 'to do' messages. Read your background check results carefully.

7. When Health Screening Requirements Are Complete

When all requirements are completed and marked complete, you will receive an email notifying you are approved to register.

8. Course Enrollment Requirements

The School of Nursing’s Enrollment Requirements (health, background, etc.) are designed to adhere to current evidence-based practice guidelines and regulatory requirements to provide a safe environment for all. Please review the Class Notes for the classes you prefer, as age restrictions, additional requirements, and other enrollment related information specific to that schedule are included. Exceptions to withdrawal or refund policies cannot be made for failure to meet criteria in the Class Notes. If there is an Enrollment Requirement you cannot meet, please contact us at nursing@madisoncollege.edu to discuss options.

Important Information About Attending Class

Log in to the Brightspace course site at least three days prior to your first day of class to familiarize yourself.

You are not allowed to miss any class, lab or clinical time. Do not register for a course if you expect any absences.

Purchase your textbook and Nursing Assistant Supply Kit from the Madison College bookstore or regional campus front office, no later than the first day of class.

Other required supplies to purchase: uniform, shoes, watch with second hand, etc. (See dress code in the Nursing Assistant program FAQ)

Solid-color scrubs and clean impermeable shoes are required for lab and clinical.

If you need to drop the course, you must do so before the first day to receive a full refund.

You must be at least 16 years of age prior to the first day of class. Some clinical sites require you to be 17 or 18 years old; this will be noted in course details.

In High School?

If you are taking a nursing assistant course through your high school or through Start College Now, there are additional steps to this process. Please see your school representative for more information. All requirements listed above are still required prior to enrollment.

Questions about Start College Now?

Please contact Early College Programs and Partnerships at 608.243.4595.