How to Apply

Applicants must be at least 16 years old and a junior in high school to apply.

Note: High School students will need to submit a K-12 form to register for the course IF your application is accepted. Please talk with your high school counselor for more information

IF you will be attending any of the following high schools while taking this course:

• Atwater High School
• Buhach Colony High School
• Delhi High School
• El Capitan High School
• Golden Valley High School
• Hilmar High School
• Le Grand High School
• Livingston High School
• Merced High School

THEN work with your high school counselor to apply.

If you will NOT be attending one of these schools:
You must attend a MANDATORY workshop and submit an online application by following the information posted on this website.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
ALL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS, regardless of the school they attend, are required to submit an online application if they plan to take the course during the SUMMER semester.

Additional application dates may be posted if spots in the class are still available. Refer to the Schedule of Classes for specific ALLH-63 class dates and times.

To be eligible to apply, all applicants must attend one of the mandatory workshops.

The purpose of the workshop is to go over the program’s requirements, including how to apply, and answer any questions. You do not need to complete anything to attend a workshop. We recommend bringing a pen and paper to take notes.

Review the Merced College Nurse Assistant Training Program Student Handbook

(Updated handbook will be available soon)

Follow the 5 easy steps to apply at Merced College in order to obtain a student ID and email.

Apply to Merced College the same semester that you apply to the program in order to maintain an active school email address.

After reviewing the Merced College Nurse Assistant Training Program Student Handbook,

Follow these steps:

1. Click on the form:
   Check off Form
2. Download and save to your desktop/computer.
3. Open the saved copy.
4. Enter your information.
5. Verify everything is accurate.
6. Digitally sign the form. If you’re unable to do so, you will need to print the document, sign it manually and then scan it.
7. Save the document to upload with your application during the designated application window.

Review the examples provided on the website, focusing on the one that corresponds to your course location (e.g., Los Banos Campus, Merced Campus, etc.).

EXAMPLE – CDPH283B – Los Banos Campus
EXAMPLE – CDPH283B – Merced Campus

Complete only the required sections as shown in the example. Ensure that the information in Section IV matches the example exactly.

Follow these steps:

1. Click on the appropriate form.
   CDPH 283B – Los Banos Campus
   CDPH 283B – Merced Campus
2. Download and save to your desktop/computer.
3. Open the saved copy.
4. Enter your information.
5. Verify everything is accurate.
6. Digitally sign the form. If you’re unable to do so, you will need to print the document, sign it manually and then scan it.
7. Save the document to upload with your application during the designated application window.

Follow these steps:

1. Open the form.
   Physical Health Evaluation Form
2. Print the form.
3. Bring to your doctor’s appointment.
4. Have them complete the form.
5. Ensure that your Health Care Provider signs and stamps the bottom of the form. If a stamp is not available, a photo of their business card may be submitted in its place.
6. Save the document to upload with your application during the designated application window.

Physicals are good for 1 year. Your physical must remain valid (not expire) while you’re taking the class.

Follow these steps:

1. Review the flyer.
   TB and Flu Information
2. Obtain negative TB test, QuantiFERON blood test, or chest x-ray.
3. Save the document to upload with your application during the designated application window.

TB tests & chest x-rays are good for 1 year. Your test must remain valid (not expire) while you’re taking the class.

Follow these steps:

1. Review the flyer.
   CPR Certification
2. Save the document to upload with your application during the designated application window.

Your CPR card or certificate must include the American Heart Association (AHA) name or logo. The certification must remain valid (not expire) while you’re taking the class.

Follow these steps:

1. Review the flyer.
   TB and Flu Information
2. Save the document to upload with your application during the designated application window.
3. The flu vaccine is seasonal.

Spring – required at time of application; Summer – not required; Fall – required once it becomes available, usually around September.

Important for Students Taking Courses in Los Banos:

New Bethany in Los Banos, one of our clinical sites, currently requires proof of COVID-19 vaccination.

• If you have already completed your COVID-19 vaccination series (whether a single-dose or two-dose vaccine), submit your documentation during the designated application window.
• If you have not yet completed your vaccination series, you will need to receive a vaccination shot. Save the document to upload with your application during the designated application window.

Review the Estimated Program Costs.

Application Link – Closed

A new class begins every semester (Spring, Summer & Fall).

Submit your complete application online during the application window listed above.

All students must be fingerprinted and are required to have a valid California ID or Driver’s License. Fingerprinting typically occurs on the first or second day of class, so it is essential to come prepared. The fee is covered by Merced College.

You are responsible for reading the entire handbook before submitting your application.

Make sure you take a photo or screenshot of the notification message for your reference and personal records. You will be prompted to download the completed application. Save that for your personal records. After the application window closes, a committee reviews all the applications. The review process ensures that applications are complete and accurate and meet the Program’s standard admission requirements.

After this internal review, you will receive notification to the email addresses you provided on your application regarding your status, i.e., “accepted, alternates, not accepted or disqualified.”

There are 30 seats in each class.

If there are more qualified applicants than available spots, a random selection will be used to give everyone a fair and equal chance of being admitted.

Acceptance: If accepted, further details will be provided at the MANDATORY orientation. The date, time and location of this orientation will be provided in your acceptance notice.

Alternates: If selected as an alternate, you will be expected to attend the MANDATORY orientation. The date, time and location of this orientation will be provided in your alternate notice. Alternates will fill any spots that become available should an accepted student not attend the orientation.