Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide

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#1

#1 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Bayamon
Bayamon, PR

Each year, Inter American University of Puerto Rico-Bayamon grants about 58 degrees to those majoring in Criminalistics and Criminal Science, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

36%

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$53,317

#2

#2 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Northwest Technology Center-Alva
Alva, OK

Each year, Northwest Technology Center-Alva grants about 63 degrees to students studying Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

63

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#3

#3 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Connors State College
Warner, OK

At Connors State College, the most popular majors students study are General Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, and Pre-Nursing Studies. In fact, Connors State College grants 137 degrees every year to graduating General Studies students....view more

Acceptance Rate

82%

Annual Degrees Awarded

67

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#4

#4 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Global Medical & Technical Training Institute
Miami, FL

At Global Medical & Technical Training Institute, only two majors are offered: Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide, and Pharmacy Technician/Assistant....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

44

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#5

#5 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Remington College-Memphis Campus
Memphis, TN

At Remington College-Memphis Campus, the most popular majors students study are Medical/Clinical Assistant, Restaurant, Culinary, and Catering Management/Manager, and Building/Property Maintenance....view more

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

36

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#6

#6 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Arkansas State University-Newport
Newport, AR

Every year, Arkansas State University-Newport grants about 80 degrees to students studying Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

93%

Annual Degrees Awarded

81

SAT Score

890–1,040

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#7

#7 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Northeast Technology Center
Pryor, OK

At Northeast Technology Center, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide, Welding Technology/Welder, Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

165

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#8

#8 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Keweenaw Bay Ojibwa Community College
Baraga, MI

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

20

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#9

#9 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

West Virginia Northern Community College
Wheeling, WV

Each year, West Virginia Northern Community College awards about 65 degrees to students studying General Studies, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

23

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#10

#10 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

CTK Healthcare & Career Institute
Irving, TX

At CTK Healthcare & Career Institute, only three majors are offered: Medical Insurance Specialist/Medical Biller, Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide, and......view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

24

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#11

#11 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Canadian Valley Technology Center
El Reno, OK

At Canadian Valley Technology Center, only one major is offered: Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

60

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#12

#12 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Pima Medical Institute-East Valley
Mesa, AZ

At Pima Medical Institute-East Valley, only one major is offered: Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant....view more

Acceptance Rate

93%

Annual Degrees Awarded

16

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#13

#13 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Florida Career College-Lauderdale Lakes
Lauderdale Lakes, FL

At Florida Career College-Lauderdale Lakes, only two majors are offered: Health Services Administration, and Information Technology....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

36

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#14

#14 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

College of Micronesia-FSM
Pohnpei, FM

At the College of Micronesia-FSM, only one major is offered: Education, General. Usually, 17 students are awarded a degree in Education, General every year. view more

Acceptance Rate

81%

Annual Degrees Awarded

19

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#15

#15 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Holmes Community College
Goodman, MS

Annually, Holmes Community College grants about 128 degrees to those majoring in Pre-Nursing Studies, which is the school’s most popular major. Other frequently pursued majors include Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, Business/Commerce, General, and General Studies....view more

Acceptance Rate

100%

Annual Degrees Awarded

28

SAT Score

850–1,080

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#16

#16 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College
Perkinston, MS

At Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, the most popular majors students study are Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General, Business/Commerce, General, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

33

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#17

#17 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

St Louis College of Health Careers-St Louis
Saint Louis, MO

At St Louis College of Health Careers-St Louis, only three majors are offered: Medical/Clinical Assistant, Medical Office Assistant/Specialist, and Nursing Assistant/Aide and......view more

Acceptance Rate

100%

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#18

#18 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Red River Technology Center
Duncan, OK

Annually, Red River Technology Center grants around 27 degrees to those studying Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

19

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#19

#19 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Florida Career College-Orlando
Orlando, FL

At Florida Career College-Orlando, the most popular majors students pursue are Medical/Clinical Assistant, Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician, and Dental Assisting/Assistant....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

23

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#20

#20 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Central Technology Center
Drumright, OK

Every year, Central Technology Center awards around 25 degrees to students studying Computer and Information Systems Security/Information Assurance, which is the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

100%

Annual Degrees Awarded

20

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#21

#21 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

New Mexico State University-Grants
Grants, NM

Each year, New Mexico State University-Grants grants about 21 degrees to those studying General Studies, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

95%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

940–1,150

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#22

#22 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Western Technology Center
Burns Flat, OK

At Western Technology Center, the most popular majors students study are Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General, Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training, and Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

13

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#23

#23 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Dorsey College-Dearborn
Detroit, MI

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

12

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#24

#24 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Caddo Kiowa Technology Center
Fort Cobb, OK

Each year, Caddo Kiowa Technology Center awards around 16 degrees to students majoring in Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General, the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

7

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#25

#25 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Johnston Community College
Smithfield, NC

Annually, Johnston Community College grants about 230 degrees to students majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

43%

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#26

#26 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Richmond Community College
Hamlet, NC

Every year, Richmond Community College grants around 192 degrees to those studying Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#27

#27 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

George C Wallace State Community College-Selma
Selma, AL

At George C Wallace State Community College-Selma, the three most popular college majors students pursue are General Studies, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more

Acceptance Rate

66%

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#28

#28 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Florida Career College-Pembroke Pines
Pembroke Pines, FL

At Florida Career College-Pembroke Pines, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Medical/Clinical Assistant, Dental Assisting/Assistant, Heating, Air Conditioning, and Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#29

#29 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

West Virginia University at Parkersburg
Parkersburg, WV

At West Virginia University at Parkersburg, the three most popular college majors students study are Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other, General Studies, and Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#30

#30 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Florida Career College-West Palm Beach
West Palm Beach, FL

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

8

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#31

#31 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Indian Capital Technology Center-Muskogee
Muskogee, OK

At Indian Capital Technology Center-Muskogee, only one major is offered: Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

9

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#32

#32 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Dorsey College-Roseville
Roseville, MI

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

5

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#33

#33 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Hohenwald
Hohenwald, TN

At Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Hohenwald, only two majors are offered: Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician, and Building Construction Technology....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#34

#34 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

D'Mart Institute
Barranquitas, PR

Each year, D'Mart Institute awards about 75 degrees to students studying Barbering/Barber, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other often-pursued majors include Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor, Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General, and Electrician....view more

Acceptance Rate

82%

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#35

#35 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Florida Career College-Margate
Margate, FL

At Florida Career College-Margate, only one major is offered: Health Services Administration. On average, 7 students are awarded a degree in Health Services Administration annually. view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#36

#36 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Sampson Community College
Clinton, NC

Each year, Sampson Community College awards around 108 degrees to students majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

87%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#37

#37 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Florida Career College-Hialeah
Hialeah, FL

At Florida Career College-Hialeah, only two majors are offered: Health Services Administration, and Information Technology....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

4

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#38

#38 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Ana G. Mendez University
Orlando, FL

Every year, Ana G- Mendez University awards about 174 degrees to those majoring in General Studies, which is the institution’s most popular major. Other popular majors include Psychology, General, Accounting, Business Administration and Management, and General....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#39

#39 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Pioneer Technology Center
Ponca City, OK

At Pioneer Technology Center, the three most popular college majors students pursue are Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General, Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training, and Welding Technology/Welder....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#40

#40 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Florida Career College-Boynton Beach
Boynton Beach, FL

At Florida Career College-Boynton Beach, only one major is offered: Health Services Administration....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#41

#41 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Healthcare Career College
Paramount, CA

At Healthcare Career College, only one major is offered: Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training....view more

Acceptance Rate

100%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#42

#42 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Florida Career College-Miami
Miami, FL

At Florida Career College-Miami, only two majors are offered: Information Technology, and Health Services Administration....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#43

#43 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Ocean County Vocational-Technical School
Toms River, NJ

At Ocean County Vocational-Technical School, the most popular majors students pursue are Merchandising and Buying Operations, Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General, and Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training....view more

Acceptance Rate

100%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#44

#44 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Cleveland Community College
Shelby, NC

Each year, Cleveland Community College grants about 248 degrees to those majoring in Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, which is the institution’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

72%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#45

#45 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

New Mexico State University-Dona Ana
Las Cruces, NM

At New Mexico State University-Dona Ana, the most popular majors students pursue are General Studies, Criminal Justice/Safety Studies, Business/Commerce, and General. In fact, New Mexico State University-Dona Ana awards 450 degrees per year to graduating General Studies students....view more

Acceptance Rate

93%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

#46

#46 Best College for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide in the U.S.

Florida Career College-Tampa
Tampa, FL

Every year, Florida Career College-Tampa grants about 134 degrees to those majoring in Medical/Clinical Assistant, the school’s most popular major....view more

Acceptance Rate

--

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

--

Median Starting Salary

$59,213

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About Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide

Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide programs prepare individuals to perform routine nursing-related services to patients in hospitals or long-term care facilities, under the training and supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse.

Oklahoma awards the most Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic yearss in Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide of all US states with 425 degrees being awarded last year. Students wanting to major in Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide can expect around 89% percent of their classmates to be women and 11% percent of their classmates to be male. Most students graduating in this field earn a All. The average starting salary for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide is $38,300.

Popularity of Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide Degrees in the U.S.
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Careers

The highest paying career for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide majors is Nursing Assistants. However, something else to consider is how many job openings there currently is. A career that is in high need that a degree in Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide can prepare you for is Nursing Assistants.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
921
Female Students
818 (88%)
Male Students
103 (11%)

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