Michigan-Approved CNA Program

Start a healthcare career in two weeks.

Virtuous Healthcare Academy is a Michigan-approved Certified Nursing Assistant program in Eastpointe. Day intensive or evening track. Hands-on skills lab, free CPR certification, and job placement assistance after you certify.

Apply for the July 13 cohort Call (313) 513-8066
Three enrollment pathways: scholarships, reduced tuition, or self-pay
★★★★★ 5.0 on Google · 20 reviews. "You leave fully prepared to care for patients."
Next Cohort Starts
July 13
Pick your schedule and pathway in the application. We'll confirm next business day.
✓ Michigan-approved curriculum
✓ Free American Red Cross CPR/BLS
✓ Hands-on clinical skills lab
✓ Job placement assistance
Now enrolling · July 13 cohort

Apply once. Pick two things.

Every application picks one schedule and one funding pathway. Both start July 13 — with another cohort on August 10. We'll confirm everything on the call after you apply.

Upcoming start dates Choose your date and track in the application.
Next cohort · Now enrolling
July 13
2026
Two weeks · Day IntensiveMon–Fri · 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · ends Jul 24
Three weeks · Evening TrackMon–Fri · 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM · ends Jul 31
Also enrolling
August 10
2026
Two weeks · Day IntensiveMon–Fri · 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · ends Aug 21
Three weeks · Evening TrackMon–Fri · 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM · ends Aug 28
1
Pick your schedule
Day Intensive

Two weeks · Mon–Fri

Starts July 13 · 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM · 10 class days
Fastest
Evening Track

Three weeks · Mon–Fri

Starts July 13 · 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM · For students who work or parent days
Flexible
Tap a schedule to lock it in before you apply.
2
Pick your pathway
HS Class of '23–'26
MASS Scholarship
State-Funded
For recent Michigan high school graduates (2023–2026) pursuing a skills certificate.
$0out of pocket
Up to $4,000 covered by the state for eligible students
iPad + VHA scrubs + shoe voucher Complete starter kit on day one
  • Tuition covered: up to $4,000 from the state
  • All program materials and skills lab included
  • Free Red Cross CPR/BLS certification
  • State exam scheduling assistance
  • Job placement assistance after certification
  • We help you complete FAFSA & scholarship paperwork
Apply Now How the scholarship works →
Workforce or Need-Based
Reduced Tuition
For students with partial funding from MiTC, an employer, or a partner program. Also open to anyone facing financial hardship.
$750student share
Balance covered by your funding source or hardship reduction · We help you qualify
iPad + VHA scrubs + shoe voucher iPad free or discounted on this pathway
  • Full Michigan-approved curriculum
  • Hands-on skills lab
  • Free Red Cross CPR/BLS certification
  • State exam scheduling assistance
  • Job placement assistance after certification
  • We handle the funding or hardship paperwork for you
See if you qualify
Self-Pay
Full Tuition
For students paying out of pocket or through private funding.
$2,000flat
Pay-as-you-go available · $100 deposit holds your seat
iPad + VHA scrubs + shoe voucher iPad free or discounted on this pathway
  • Full Michigan-approved curriculum
  • Hands-on skills lab
  • Free Red Cross CPR/BLS certification
  • State exam scheduling assistance
  • Job placement assistance after certification
Apply & pay deposit
Not sure which combo fits? Call (313) 513-8066. We'll walk you through it.
How It Works

Three steps to your seat.

It's quicker than most people expect. No essays, no long waits. Most students go from application to a locked-in seat within a few days.

01

Apply online

Short application, about five minutes. Pick your schedule and pathway right in the form.

Apply now
02

Reserve your seat

We'll call you next business day. A $100 deposit holds your spot. Scholarship students, we help you cover it from funding.

Reserve your seat
03

Show up to class

Walk in ready to learn. Two or three weeks later, you sit for state CNA certification.

Everything Included

One enrollment. All the tools to pass and get hired.

Whichever pathway and schedule you pick, everything below comes with it.

Textbook & workbook

Required course materials included. Nothing to source.

Free CPR/BLS cert

Official American Red Cross certification at no extra cost.

Open skills lab

One-on-one practice sessions before the state exam.

Exam scheduling help

We handle state registration and day-of logistics.

Job placement help

Resume coaching, interview prep, and employer referrals to help you land your first role.

Scholarship guidance

We help you stack MASS, MiTC, and other funding.

By the numbers

Michigan is paying for skills training. You qualify.

56,000+
Michigan students enrolled tuition-free or at reduced cost through state scholarships last fall.
135
Used the Michigan Achievement Skills Scholarship at career training centers like VHA in 2024–25.
$4,000
Available per eligible student toward an industry-recognized certificate.
Source: Office of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, December 2024 · WNEM coverage
From our students

In their own words.

★★★★★5.0 on Google · 20 reviews
★★★★★
"The instructors make sure you not only learn but feel confident in your skills. You leave fully prepared to care for patients."
Neonni W. · graduate
★★★★★
"The most patient instructor in the world. She promotes confidence and encouragement. Keep trying and push through, and you will pass."
Marcus J. · graduate
★★★★★
"Super affordable compared to other nursing schools, and Nurse Jasmine genuinely cares about her students."
Mikayla W. · graduate
★★★★★
"A comfortable learning environment. Supportive, encouraging, and understanding. If you want to be a CNA, this is the place. 10/10."
Antonia T. · graduate
★★★★★
"Amazing teacher, great class. You learn a lot in two weeks. Stay focused."
Alexis T. · graduate
★★★★★
"I would recommend Virtuous Healthcare Academy 100 times over. Ms. Jasmine is the most loving and caring person."
Zauria M. · graduate
Next Cohort · July 13

Your healthcare career starts this July.

Apply in five minutes. Pick your schedule and pathway right in the form. We'll call you next business day to confirm everything.

Apply for July 13 Call (313) 513-8066
· Five-minute application
· Reply by next business day
· $100 holds your seat