How to Register for KCC CNA Classes in Battle Creek & Coldwater

The Kellogg Community College CNA program has two accelerated training blocks open for fall 2026: a Nov. 2 start at the Grahl Center in Coldwater and a Nov. 16 start at the North Avenue campus in Battle Creek. Both are NURS 105, an 80.5-hour course with classroom, lab, and clinical training.

Completing NURS 105 earns three credits and prepares students for the Michigan Nursing Assistant Test. The 12-day pace is not the only option: six-week and full-semester sections are available. Cost, admission requirements, and registration deadlines determine whether the fall session is workable.

KCC CNA Program Overview: NURS 105, Credits, and State Approval

KCC's CNA training is delivered through NURS 105: Nursing Assistant Training Program, an 80.5-hour course that combines classroom instruction, laboratory practice, and supervised clinical training. The sequence is structured to get you from CNA clinical skills to real patient-care environments before you sit for the state exam. Students complete the same core skills whether they enroll in the expedited three-week, six-week, or full-semester format.

What You Earn

Students who complete NURS 105 earn three college credits and become eligible to take the Michigan Nursing Assistant Test, the exam required for state certification. Because KCC is one of the state-approved CNA training programs, the curriculum aligns with Michigan's certification standards, and those credits can apply if you continue into an associate degree or another health care pathway later.

A Built-In Ladder

The same course also functions as a prerequisite for KCC's Physical Therapist Assistant and Radiography programs. If you are using CNA training as an entry point, this can keep your options open for higher-credential allied health roles after you have certification and some direct care experience.

For the current course schedule, packet details, and handbook updates, visit KCC's official CNA page at kellog.edu/cna. You can also use that page to confirm CNA program start dates and request printed admissions materials before applying.

Current 2026 Enrollment Windows: Battle Creek and Coldwater Start Dates

For many prospective nursing assistants, the real decision is whether to grab a seat in a short, intensive training block now or wait for a longer format with Flexible CNA Class Schedules that fits a current work schedule. As of September 2026, KCC has two confirmed accelerated sessions that make the near-term choice concrete.

Confirmed Accelerated Sessions

The Coldwater cohort runs Nov. 2 through Nov. 19 at the Grahl Center campus. The Battle Creek cohort runs Nov. 16 through Dec. 10 at the North Avenue campus. Both are 12-day accelerated formats that blend classroom, lab, and clinical hours and prepare students to sit for the Michigan Nursing Assistant Test. The Coldwater session wraps before Thanksgiving, and the Battle Creek session finishes in early December, which may help students who want to complete training before the holiday season.

Other Formats and Seat Availability

If neither window works, KCC also runs full-semester, six-week, and expedited three-week CNA options, including accelerated CNA classes, at various points during the year. Because the accelerated cohorts are short, seats tend to fill quickly. Call 269-965-4124 or email [email protected] to confirm current availability before adjusting work or family plans. Future session dates are usually posted on kellog.edu/cna after the current windows close.

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Battle Creek vs Coldwater: 12-Day, 6-Week, and Full-Semester Formats Compared

Kellogg Community College delivers NURS 105 through several schedule formats, and all sessions cover the same 80.5 hours of classroom, laboratory, and clinical training. The 12-day accelerated sessions are the fastest route to test eligibility, while the six-week and full-semester formats offer more flexibility for students balancing work or family responsibilities. If you want a quick certification timeline, choose the Coldwater or Battle Creek accelerated session; if you need more study time, ask an advisor about the six-week or full-semester schedule.

KCC CNA Admission Requirements: Background Checks, Immunizations, and More

KCC requires several steps before you can register for CNA training. Confirm exact deadlines with an advisor because KCC's program pages and checklists show slightly different dates.

1. Age and education

   Be at least 18 years old and hold a high school diploma or GED. Ask KCC how to submit transcripts or equivalency paperwork.
2. Reading placement

   Complete one option: Accuplacer Next Generation reading score 213+, SAT verbal 430+, ACT English 16+, high school GPA 2.7+ within the last two years, or ENGL 1422/1613 with a C or better.
3. Background check and drug screen

   Complete the background check form, pay the $30 fee at Accounting, and submit to the Health Careers Division in Room W102, where you'll schedule fingerprinting. Start as soon as you register and finish at least two weeks before class; the checklist lists Friday before class as the latest date, so verify with KCC. A drug screen is required and results are sent directly to KCC by the facility.
4. Physical exam and health records

   Submit a completed physical exam form. Provide varicella titer, 2-step TB test, tetanus booster within 10 years, MMR series (2 doses or titer), hepatitis B series (3 doses or titer), COVID-19 vaccination documentation, and influenza vaccination for fall/spring students. Timing varies: some materials say health records are due within the first two weeks and no more than four months old, others say before clinicals, confirm your cohort deadline.

Career Outlook for KCC CNA Graduates: Michigan Wages and Demand

A CNA credential in Michigan leads to reliable employment, but pay and openings vary by employer and region. Knowing the CNA Salary & Job Outlook before you enroll helps you weigh the short training time against near-term earnings.

Michigan and Battle Creek Wage Benchmarks

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2023 estimates, nursing assistants held about 1,351,760 jobs nationally, with a median annual wage of $38,200.¹ Michigan reported 48,610 nursing assistant jobs.² In the Battle Creek metropolitan area, employment totaled 1,180 jobs with a median annual wage of $37,440.³ Michigan-wide median wage data was not separately reported in the available BLS table for this occupation, so the cna salary by state guide can help fill the gap. Battle Creek's $37,440 median sits about $760 below the national figure, a modest gap that may be offset by the fast path from training to a first paycheck.

Where KCC Graduates Typically Work

CNA graduates commonly find openings in nursing care facilities, assisted living centers, home health agencies, hospitals, and government-operated patient care facilities. BLS industry data shows services for the elderly and persons with disabilities employed 41,630 nursing assistants, highlighting the concentration of roles in long-term care and community settings.⁴

Certification and Next-Step Roles

Most employers require passing the Michigan Nursing Assistant Test before you can start work. State certification also qualifies you for patient care assistant and resident care aide positions in hospitals and government facilities, expanding your options beyond traditional nursing homes. KCC's NURS 105 course prepares you to sit for that exam, making the 12-day format a fast route into these entry-level roles.