Harper College is closed Friday, July 3, for Independence Day (Observed).
CNA students are required to have the following items for their CNA class and clinical rotations. The costs below are outlined in detail; costs are approximate and except for the book, do not need to be purchased before the first day of class. If the costs of some of the items is a hardship, there are programs to help. Contact the One Stop to see if you qualify for help.
| Harper Bookstore | Cost |
|---|---|
| Stethoscope – lightweight ADC. Littman (better but optional; get the best you can afford with choices of in-ear pieces). | $18.00 or $85.00 |
| Gait belt (fabric weave). | $10.00 |
| Blood pressure cuff. (Do not get one with stethoscope built it. Least expensive as possible or borrow). | $25.00 |
| General Discount Store | Cost (Approximate) |
| White and black uniform; white scrub top and black pants- no jeans. White or black t-shirt under uniform only. | $20.00 |
| White or black shoes. (Many students have found completely white shoes at Wal-Mart; no color or logos) | $18.00 |
| Conservative undergarments and stockings. | Varies |
| Watch with a second hand. | Varies |
| Additional Fees | Cost |
| CNA exam fee. Pay online at the end of class with registration. | $75.00 |
| CPR Certification (Done in class if you don’t already have). Must be American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Certification or BLS. Check with your instructor on how to register and pay. Upload results to Complio. | $45.00 |
| Health Requirements and State Requirements: All must be completed prior to starting clinical! (Upload results to Complio) | Costs |
|---|---|
| Fingerprinting and Background Check; done during first class. Please bring photo ID. Cost is in your class fees. | None |
| Registration for Complio: pay online. Upload all health documents. | $18.00 |
| TB Testing–Done at your doctor’s office. Must be done within 90 days of clinical. Get a 2 shot/4 step TB testing OR QuantiFERON® TB Gold In-Tube Test. Can get at the NCH office on campus. | $15- $70 |
| Physical at NCH on campus or at a health care provider of your choice. | $25-$35 |
| Health Insurance Required. | Varies |
| Flu shot during flu season | Varies |
| Drug Test: register and complete through Complio. | $39.00 |
| Update of Tetanus Shot: update every 10 years. If due you must get the TDaP. | Varies |
Books: MUST HAVE ON THE FIRST DAY OF CLASS: please refer to your instructor syllabus for specific textbook requirement.