15 Best Cna Programs In Reno, NV (2022 Updated)

(For reference, I am a first-generation college student, have a learning disability, and a physical disability.) TMCC sets students up for success. I have had a very positive experience both as a student and working for the school. I will be finishing a dual-degree sooner than expected. Most of the professors are great, and everyone in the humanities department is amazing. Most of the staff is very professional and able to well-inform students of what classes to take and what services may benefit them. On top of this, the school also offers free tutoring and mental health services. As a first-generation college student, I feel TMCC has helped me at every step of the way to succeed. With only 8 classes left to take, I still have a cumulative GPA of 4.0 despite doing relatively poorly in high school. As long as you put in your best effort, teachers will do everything possible to help you succeed. If you do not put any effort in and expect a handout, then it will be extremely difficult to succeed. If you attend this school make sure to take advantage of any and all resources as well as putting in your own effort… you will not regret it. I recommend TMCC to anyone and everyone.Rove Plant Eater

This is a tremendous school with a caring and compassionate staff and faculty. This school has afforded me so many opportunities that I wouldn't have otherwise received without them. When I got to Reno, I was homeless. I arrived with two suitcases and less than $100 in the bank. I was staying with a friend and making very little money. I found myself in a situation where I worked hard labor job after hard labor job, trapped in a vicious cycle of injury and poverty and no clear view of how to exit my situation. In the month of December 2014, I walked into the offices at TMCC. In less than a year, I have found employment, I'm less than a year from finishing my degree and I am a Dean's list student. I had it in my head that I wanted to succeed and I was fortunate that this school wanted to help me to do exactly that. The teachers were compassionate and patient. The staff was courteous and helpful. I owe a great deal to this school because it has taught me more than academics. It taught me to be a better person.Brandon Canty

Don't listen to the bad reviews, everybody has a different experience and different perceptions. Ive taken at least 20+ classes over 12 years, I love tmcc. It's a good community college in every way. I attended here on and off from 1999-2012. I learned how to teach step aerobics from the greatest fitness instructor imo Verna Lewis. I took many general ed classes as well as a few paralegal courses and a ton of fitness classes as well. The campus is beautiful, many bathrooms with free sanitary napkins if needed, the vending machines are reasonably priced. The classes are very fair priced. It's a wonderful school and a WAY better option then a vocational school. eg: Realtor school online vocational school $600+, Tmcc Realtor program $50-100.Rachela Reno Rocks

Best four years I've had! This school was my saving grace. Most people who are like me tend to complain about their high school experience to no ends because they didn't fit in, they were bullied, or they didn't have enough help to make it through their high school year. But I can safely say, as someone who didn't fit in at all in middle school, that the people here are the least judgemental I've seen around Reno. You really can be yourself here with no consequences. I had terrible teachers, some of which wanted me to fail because I had a learning disability, and the teachers here are some of the best I've had. They're easy to talk to and care about teaching a lot more than some of the other teachers I've met. I got lots of help from my special education teacher during my time, as well as a lot of my other teachers, and have done so much better than I think I would have at any other high school. The students here know what they want to do with their life and have a passion that they work towards every day in the academy they choose. They aren't necessarily known for their brute strength and would rather battle it out over a friendly race than a fight (true story, possibly one of the best out of my high school experience). There are still popular kids because when it comes down to it, we're still high school kids. But don't think of it as Mean Girls, because it's definitely the furthest from Mean Girls you'll ever get. Freshman year was a rocky start, and sure, there were a few teachers I'd rather have not had, but as of right now, most if not all of the teachers here care about their students and care about teaching their subject right. This school isn't a very sports-centric school, so if you're a sporty person, you might not like it here. But if you're like me and hate sports, or you're more of a nerd than a jock, it's a dream come true. It's definitely not the "rich" school most people think it is, though. I'm in the CommArts Academy in the film department. We're community-funded, so our equipment isn't the highest quality you'll ever find, like at Spanish Springs. But it's not the worst, either. It's functional and works for what we've got. And to be honest, I'd rather have spent 4 years here with average equipment and the best friends and acquaintances I've ever made than 4 years anywhere else with the best equipment and the worst social situation you could think of. I found my voice and my passion through AACT, and I wouldn't trade it for the world.Hannah Mills

All that glistens isn't gold. At one point in time AACT was the most fantastic school I could have ever dreamed of, but sadly it fell out of touch after being declared "The Best School in the State"… or whatever prestigious title they were given back in around 2012. Did they earn that title? Oh yeah, no doubt. But it sure did change them. It also amplified the existing problems of overly zealous and biased teachers and a quickly crumbling infrastructure of actual career education. In my years attending this school I quickly learned that if a teacher liked you, you were set. You could do whatever you want. Download viruses onto a computer because you wanted to play a video game on it instead of doing school work using the teachers pass-code? Easily just a slap on the wrist if you were one of the lucky elites in the school. You barely stood a chance at that school of being anything if the teachers didn't support you and recognize your talents. In most normal high schools that's also how it works, but man oh man is it much more damaging in such a highly competitive atmosphere where new drama brews every second. Not to mention the spastic and random rule changes and shakeups they'd implement at random to remove random student's rights, which they'd backpedal on in a couple of weeks. As for the crumbling infrastructure of the career technical education? They lost the in-house bank program, the animation program, the vending machine program, the day-care program, all while I was there. This school became more and more about just test grades and academics than actual career preparedness. I've seen countless of it's graduates struggle to make it through college or a career because that's not what they were taught here. Honestly they never taught me anything about how college works, what I need to do to get in, what I needed to be doing then, nothing. It's sad seeing so many of my friends drop out of college because they weren't prepared enough. Would I say don't go here? No… not quite… but know that you're taking a gamble on your education based on what academy you choose, who your teachers are, and if they like you. In my time at AACT only one teacher actually believed in me, my potential, my education, my feelings, and honestly that just wasn't enough for me as he only taught one class. Overall, be wary of the school that's too good to be true.Pukey Face Ninja

My son just started as a freshman, but so far we really like it. I came to read the reviews, to see what others think, and I’m most excited about the 1 star reviews. Because even though they’re filled with complaints, they are well written with proper spelling and grammar. They are thoughtfully written and easy to follow. Clear and concise expressions without run on sentences. And best yet, no slang or “text-like” structure from teenagers. To me, that means the teachers are good and the education value there is good if even your dissenters know how to properly string a sentence together. So, I’m excited!!! I feel we made a good choice to send my teen there.Heather Ijames

Enrolling in classes at Career College of Nevada (CCNN) was the best decision I have made in my entire life, and it could be yours also. I followed my dreams, graduated, and landed a job paying $20 an hour to start. The instructors at the school are knowledgeable and will do whatever is necessary to assist students in learning, point out additional resources, and provide tips and stories gleaned from working in the field themselves. The administrative staff at the school also assists students and graduates in keeping administrative and financial things in order. The school also provides free attendance to graduates who want to re-attend certain courses to refresh their memories, prepare for certification exams, or pick up any new information to keep up with changes in the field you graduate in. In addition, the job placement staff are there for you when you begin job searching, whether you are in school, have graduated, or are looking for a job change. You will also have the opportunity to make friends and make priceless contacts with professionals in your field of study. I highly recommend CCNN to those interested in the fields of study they offer. Study hard, work hard, and follow your dreams.Suzanne Brunette

I moved to Nevada to start a "new life" I had very little self-esteem and decided to go to school at Career College of Northern Nevada. This was the best decision I have ever made. At this school I met some really great people especially the teachers! I got really good grades, remained on the honor roll the entire time and when i graduated I was very concerned about being able to find a job because of a lack of self-esteem. I had little faith in myself but Placement was always there guiding me and encouraging me to just try. I received a call a few months after I graduated and was told that my teachers recommended me for a job in Reno at Specialty Health Clinic. I came in the day before my interview to prepare myself a little. I was soooo nervous. I went to my interview and the next day I got the call that I got the job!!! This was the most exciting news that I had received in a really long time! Thanks so much to everyone at Career College of Northern Nevada. You guys are awesome!!!!!Shannan Rose

After several years working jobs with limited mobility I decided to start looking at going back to school. In Northern Nevada there are several options and paths that you can take to further your education. Most of these are full time educational institutions with varied prerequisites that will not apply in your chosen career path. The first day I submitted a request for information Nicole Brand, one of the admissions representatives gave me a call. She has made the process of enrolling seamless and goes the extra mile to make sure you either get credit for prior education or offers test out options for skills that I already have. May still be a week out from starting classes, but after having attended 5 plus schools over the years I am truly excited to be starting at CCNN.troy walters

I was somewhat apprehensive when getting into the senior caregiving field, as it can be intimidating taking care of others loved ones. Although, I had many years of medical/nanny experience senior care was unknown to me. I explained this to Amada and they ensured me that I would be trained both in the office and with other caregivers in the field until I felt ready. AND they did such. Not only did Miles spend one-on-one time with me in office renewing my CNA skills but I also went shadowing fellow caregivers until I felt ready. Amada took the time to create a repertoire with me whilst simultaneously building me up to be the best senior caregiver possible. Amada management train their staff as if they were sending them out to take care of their own parents, brothers or sisters. And that’s why I chose to work for them. They careCiara Hogan

I have worked in healthcare for 12+years in Assisted Living and Memory Care. It’s very important to trust a company that you refer to families when they may not be ready to move into a community or maybe they want a little extra support. Amada and The Seasons of Reno were able to help support a client/resident through end of life and the family was so grateful for the care they received. I continue to make both personal and professional referrals to Amada because I know they do a great job.Jessica Culbertson

Amada is a wonderful company to work for. They really care about their caregivers and their clients. They want to talk to every caregiver personally and not just about work but there personal lives as well. The entire office staff sees every text from caregivers so they are all on the same page and knowledge of each individual client. They reward their caregivers as well for doing good work. We have amazing clients too. It is truly an honor to work with and for them.A Z

This is my second time researching out to UNITEK about their LPN and RN program. … And I still have not heard anything back. Called around 8ish and left a message for Karli Samuel, apparently she called and i did not answer, which is funny because I've been waiting for UNITEK to call me since last week about my request for more info and not 1 phone call. Carrington here I come. I was referred by a friend..what a pointless referral if they don't reach out to you! The front office girl was too happy but all to ready and quick to rush me off the phone instead of actually helping me!Disappointed Horrible Services

I recently graduated from Unitek College. I would recommend Unitek College, because they have very knowledgeable instructors including career services and other staff members. I received clear guidelines through out my entire course. They care about their student’s success and support them as much as needed. I had hardship at the end of my course with my schedule. They were very happy to accommodate my need in just one business day. I appreciate all your teamwork Unitek members. I can not think of better school then Unitek.Ino khas

Thank you Unitek team and everyone that was involved in my education and journey through out my Nursing school . I want to give Special thanks to Professor Baab for bringing out and shaping to the Nurse I am today you’re an Amazing Professor . Also special thanks to Naveed He’s the backbone of this company and always was there to answer any of my questions. Last person Kellie, she’s amazing and always willing to help anyone who needs jobs referral or resume input. Thank you All Anaana Davila

I went here the other evening to receive a full body massage from a student in the Massage Therapy class. It was only $25 & a wonderful experience. The staff was friendly & the student did an excellent job. I will be returning for future ones.The Pixie Post

The teachers are badass. They're kind and help you out any way they can. Even if your homeless. They will help you with finding a place, with food vouchers everything. Job. But you have to be a student. Absolutely love TMCC!Misty Autum

I just moved to Nevada from out of state and I needed to get my NREMT back in order to be an EMT in NV. Was told REMSA is one of the few places that does EMT Psychomotor exam and they want to charge $300 for a 20 min exam and signature. The price for this is absolutely astonishing and I'm better off driving to Portland and paying $50 for it. The advisor I talked to on the phone was nice but assured me that was the best price when I know its not. At best they like to charge for convenience here instead of servicing the community and the professionals requiring certification.Spotsworth

Here's a big thumbs up for help with a child car seat from the REMSA "Point of Impact" program. I was having a hard time choosing and installing a convertible car seat, and went for a short training with Nellie. She's amazing and now I feel really comfortable with the toddler car seat we bought! Spread the good word!KPatricia Bouweraerts

The campus is a wonderful place to take a Sunday morning walk especially during a pandemic. Animals and fowl were claiming the walks and the lake their own. And how in the world did the coyote know he was safe during his morning walk!K E Oulman

This is a beautiful school with plenty of History and amenities I would definitely recommend taking a tour it's a vast campus to see and understand. Pictures featured. stairwell in art department. ( University Reno Nevada )John Thomas

One of the two state universities of Nevada. Not the top nationwide but also not the worst as well. Although, it is still growing and offering a lot of options to the students.Md Islam

I took this class a few years back and regretted it , Instructor was rude and not understanding at all which than led me to not going back to the class . If you have anxiety , please don’t come here . Also they didn’t refund me any of my money even though I only took one class . Avoid this place at all costs .Daisy R

I went to Milan and got the pampered and polished package for my wedding on July 1st. That includes acrylics, spa pedicure, color, cut, and style. I also added makeup application. I was ASTONISHED at how wonderful all the students treated me. The teachers and students were so attentive, they got everything done in a timely manner, they were so gentle, I didn’t get all of the girls names but Cierra was the student who took the lead! Not only that but Cierra graduates this week!! GOODLUCK Cierra! Thank you to everyone at Milan who made my day so special! Here are some pictures to enjoy!Mariah Dawley

Went in for a balayage and cut and came out with a whole new look! My hair is pretty dark black, so to have violets and reds pop out was honestly so wonderful to see. Jess and her student that was shadowing (i feel bad for not remembering his name right now) made sure I was comfortable the entire way. Super sweet and caring about the process to make sure my hair wasn’t damaged at the end of the day. Jess instantly knew what I wanted with my cut and executed it perfectly. She is definitely someone I will recommend and will return to soon for touch ups.A Sweet Jazz

I got a my first facial from Courtney, her services was Immaculate . She was very pleasant, attentive ! She made me feel like a friend more so then a client ! There’s nothing like getting a service and feeling like just another paying client . She engaged with me the whole time , she was very gentle with the services. I think the best part was that she took her TIME . Although it was my first facial , I could tell she put her all into the service . Sad part was that was her last day , but I would still recommend coming here for their services.Takisha Hill

I am a recent grad! Loved my entire experience! From meeting the wonderful Courtney to being called by Erica to let me know I got job interview! I could write so much but then no one would read. The instructors are down right fantastic! They are all in different places of career and have their own specialty so it was amazing soaking in all that knowledge. There was always new information. Milan has 4 LMT’s and you do get the opportunity to work with each one either class or clinic time or both. I love that there was always a safe space. If something was going on there was always a trusting face around, in an office, to discuss the matter and get advice or resources. Jolana was my core instructor and WOW above and beyond is the woman! She gave me so knowledge and support while I was going through school. I owe my job to this woman. Erica is the career coordinator and she is the WOman behind the curtain. She is a magician. Tell her your dream job, before you get home you have an interview. She keeps in touch with you beyond graduation. From Resume to landing the job. I recommend anyone considering any of the career fields offered here to make that appointment with Courtney.Malaina Goings

Milan is a great school. I would definitely recommend this school to anyone wanting to extend their education. That being said the people are great. I had a few things I had questions about and the one person I could count on to get the answer or tell me the answer to my questions was Erika!! She is the career services coordinator at Milan she’s LITERALLY the best she’s kind ,understanding, reliable, and over all a great resource to the company. She is helpful in so many ways and I think students definitely benefit from her hard work!! Erika makes it known and a priority that if any students have any concern questions confusion she will clear it up.Emma Smallwood

I graduated in Oct 2022 from Massage Therapy. I had an amazing experience at Milan. Going in I had NO idea how much there was to learn. It's fast paced and intense, but the instructors and faculty are there to help you through it. I want to specifically mention Jolana. She was my core instructor. She is very knowledgeable and experienced in all aspects of massage therapy. She has a genuine passion for teaching and a desire to pass on her knowledge and skills. With the knowledge and skills I gained at Milan I was able to successfully open and operate my own massage studio. It was a great experience and rekindled my desire to learn.Matthew Moore

It is a sad realization that our greatest generation are now treated no better than a nuisance on the system of Healthcare. As a family, we have been faced with the terrible reality how well our loved ones are cared for in rehab facilities after my grandparents have both been admitted into this facility within two months time of each other. The first experience was not the best, but the lack of attention and clear blatant disregard for proper care was shown on a daily basis was overlooked because he got better. This new time around we are left with a hole in our hearts for our beloved family member. She is left in a cold dark room. Fed foods that are not good for her diabetes, and forced to sit hours in a chair, or wheelchair while she is in terrible pain after a horrific injury. Yesterday was a fit between a family member and the staff for the most basic necessity WATER!!!! My family member came in to see my loved one sitting in a chair in a cold dark room covered in food from the the previous day dying of thirst. The water she had was old and hot and she was begging for cold water. Hours went by with not one person checking on her. My family member asked multiple employees for help. And not a single one came to their aid. Instead they were met with an excuse of sorry we are understaffed. This is not an excuse, and it is funny there is time between the team to chit-chat and gossip like it's lunch time at the local high school. I know working in health care takes a special kind of person, but not a single employee is living up to the vows they took to help the sick. Sick and frail patients should be treated like they matter, not a burden. This facility is a living nightmare, and each day a family member goes to visit our loved one we are more and more broken over the treatment we are seeing. I wish the employees would treat patients like they would expect their own loved ones to be treated. We are in constant fear our loved one will fall and get hurt trying to get to their bed. We hoped this place would help them on their journey to recovery, but at this point we feel lost and without hope. Healing is a journey that is pysical and mental, you can't reach your desired journey left to feel like your a burden, and especially when you don't have the help to get better.Jenna Castillo

I have been a patient at Advanced health care a few times in the past. I was always satisfied with the results. This time it was a humiliating experience. I told the admissions nurse that all I wanted to do was strengthen my legs so I could walk with my walker and live independently. If I couldn't get the results I needed I would look into assisted living. My first we spent 53 timed minutes watching me squirm and try to stand up. 3 minutes would have produced the same results. Right from the beginning the director of nursing, Lindsay, had me destined for assisted living. First, it took 71/2 weeks to verify my eligibility with Medicare. The next 71/2 weeks were spent doing transfers from the wheelchair to the bed and commode. When I told Lindsay that I don't use a wheelchair at home and that I sleep in a lift chair, I was shut up and told this was not open for discussion. When I was sick and spent the whole night feeling like I was drowning from fluids in my lungs, I was accused of making excuses. I was told they were making an appointment with my endocrinologist. Never happened. After 71/2 weeks I finally got to walk a measured 25 feet. Next I a discharge notice saying my health had improved sufficiently and there was nothing else they could do. They did nothing to help me walk. Iindsay said I needed a skilled nursing facility in case I fell. I told her that I had a medic alert and all I had to do was push a button. I told her Ahc was a skilled nursing facility and I had to wait 3 hours for help getting into bed and 11/2 hours for pain medicine. Àgain shut up. The CNAs are understaffed and overworked. This was a humiliating waste of 4 months.Walter Roçkett

I am new to AHC & been here 4 1/2 months! I came aboard as the Nutritional Services Director for the dietary department. I have worked for several other companies in my career, but this is the first company I have worked for that is truly about creating a caring environment for the patients & staff!! So many new & fun opportunities for advancement within this company!! Great place to work!! They truly care about employees & hardships we all face in this new day and time. I have heard so many wonderful comments about our building & services from our patients. Our team here at Advanced does a great job at creating a wonderful Rehab environment for our patients!! Kudos to our Dietary Department, Nursing Department & all our wonderful Physical Therapy guys!!!! Keep up the Great Job Advance Team!!Lisa Howard

Always the best. Currently in Florida and when I call, Sydney is gracious and helps with what needs to be done and when I am in the area and stop by, I get the most couteous staff that I have encountered by a profession that I am affiliated with. This last time I was met by Arleen and she went far and beyond everything that was expected. Thank You NBON in Reno—I can not wait to be a Nevada Nurse!!!Terri Sharp

Has the worst service! All customer service are very rude! They don't assist properly the people who had to do the application for the first time! They can't even say sorry for the wrong instructions they provided! Spent a lot of money for nothing ! Christy and Ariel are very very rude customer service representative !!!!Princess Queen

One of the best Nursing boards I've had to work with! Processes are well laid out, very clear and concise, the portal is easy to use and navigate. Know what you need and the status of applications is easy to track and follow. But the best part is that they are easy to reach, respond in a friendly, and VERY timely manner.Katie Baxter

Bless this group of highly dedicated and skilled medical personnel. Led by Dr. Gingold the Medical Director, personally visited our home to check on my wife''s condition. Dr. Gingold and his staff continually displayed the same kindness, compassion and dedication to my wife's well being on each and every visit to our home. On the initial visit, which by the way was the same day that they were notified of our time of need, a list of equipment was prepared that would be helpful to my wife's potential recovery. This equipment arrived and assembled the next day. AWESOME GROUP OF PROFESSIONALS.Kenneth Lick