Licensed Nursing Assistant

A Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) plays a vital role in patient care, providing hands-on support in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and home health settings under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

This 150 hour program prepares students with the knowledge and skills needed to make a difference in the lives of others. Through engaging instruction and hands-on practice, students will learn about healthcare environments, infection prevention, body mechanics, human development, nutrition, mental health, and home care. The program places strong emphasis on professionalism, compassion, and commitment to high-quality care.

Earning an LNA license is an excellent first step towards a rewarding career in health care.  It provides a strong foundation and clear pathway to advanced roles such as Medication Nurse Assistant (MNA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Medical Assistant (MA), or Registered Nurse (RN).

After completing the program, students will be fully prepared to sit for the state certification knowledge and skills examinations. Successful candidates can then apply to the Board of Nursing to obtain their LNA license.            

Eligible students must:

• Demonstrate proficiency in reading, writing, comprehending, and communicating in English, as required for job-related assignments.
• Have no record of felony convictions.
• Successfully pass a 12-panel drug test and TB test.
• Be up to date on all immunizations required by our clinical partner sites.
• Have a CPR/Basic Life Safety training certificate.
• Comply with all WMCC application procedures.
• Submit all required tuition and fees to WMCC before the first day of class.

Applicants please note: Enrollment in the LNA program is limited to a maximum of eight (8) students per clinical cohort. A student’s enrollment in the course is not secured until all eligibility requirements have been met, and full tuition payment has been received.

The WMCC 150-hour LNA program is delivered in a hybrid format and includes self-paced online modules, in-person classes, hands-on simulator lab instruction, and real-world clinical experience.

**Homework and classroom assignments are accessed through the learning platform Canvas. A laptop is required to access and complete all coursework.

Please note: Students should plan for additional self-paced study time outside of class to complete homework and reinforce learning.

St. Vincent de Paul Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
29 Providence Ave.
Berlin, NH 03570

Coos County Nursing Home
364 Cates Hill Rd.
Berlin, NH 03570

Littleton Regional Healthcare
600 St. Johnsbury Rd.
Littleton, NH 03561

The Morrison Communities
6 Terrace St.
Whitefield, NH 03598

Country Village Nursing Home
91 Country Village Rd.
Lancaster, NH 03584

Grafton County Nursing Home
3855 Dartmouth College Highway
North Haverhill, NH 03774

White Mountains Community College offers the open-enrollment Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) program at two locations: the WMCC Main Campus in Berlin, NH, and the Littleton Academic Center in Littleton, N.H.

Students will complete classroom theory, simulation lab, and state licensing exams at the above WMCC sites, while the clinical training takes place at partnering long-term care facilities in Littleton, North Haverhill, Whitefield, Lancaster, and Berlin, NH.

Student Requirements for the LNA Program

At WMCC, patient safety is our highest priority. To ensure students are prepared for the demands of real-world healthcare, all participants must meet certain physical and emotional standards.

Emotional Readiness
Students must demonstrate the emotional stability needed to handle the stresses, uncertainties, and changing circumstances of patient care. This includes:

• Exercising sound judgment.
• Accepting direction and feedback from supervisors and faculty.
• Building respectful, supportive relationships with patients, families, and healthcare staff.

Health and Physical Standards
Applicants should be in good physical and mental health and able to meet the following requirements:

• Manual dexterity and tactile ability: to assess pressure, temperature, position, vibration, and movement.
• Hearing: to understand instructions, respond to emergency signals, and communicate effectively, including by phone.
• Vision: to observe patients, operate equipment, read small print, identify color changes, and make accurate calculations.
• Strength and stamina: to perform CPR and stand for extended periods of time.

Important Note
If you believe you may have difficulty meeting one or more of these standards, please contact the LNA Program Coordinator to discuss your individual situation.

Enrollment in the LNA program is a multi-step process and acceptance into the program is not guaranteed until all the following steps are complete:

1. Submission of all required application documents. This includes a criminal background check, a drug screening, proof of required medical and immunization history, and completion of a CPR/Basic Life Safety course. Please refer to the checklist provided in the Application Packet.
2. Completion of the pre-program assessment.
3. Interview with the LNA Coordinator.
4. Formal acceptance letter from WMCC.
5. Tuition payment has been made in full before the first day of class.

Please download our Application Packet (PDF) and closely follow the included instructions.  Completed applications can be emailed to the LNA Coordinator. Once we have reviewed your completed application packet, we will contact you for the next step.

All LNA students must demonstrate English comprehension and math proficiency. Our staff will contact you to arrange a short assessment on-site at WMCC. The assessment may be waived if you have a certificate or degree from an institution of higher education, or if you have achieved a 2.0 GPA or better in a college level math class (Early College math credit is acceptable).

**Homework and classroom assignments are accessed through the learning platform Canvas. A laptop is required to access and complete all coursework.

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To request additional information, please contact:

KathyAnn Sager, DNP, MSN-Ed, RN, COI
LNA Program Coordinator
White Mountains Community College
2020 Riverside Drive, Berlin, NH 03570
(603) 342-3064 – Office
[email protected]

• North Country Healthcare – LNA Apprentice Position (Full Time)
• New Hampshire Charitable Foundation (Medallion Fund)
• WorkNowNH
• NH Bureau of Aging and Adult Services (BAAS) Program
• The WMCC’s LNA program is WIOA eligible.

We are currently accepting applications for three open enrollment LNA programs:

WMCC Littleton Campus – Fall Semester – Starting October 5, 2026

WMCC Littleton Campus – Spring Semester – Starting February 16, 2027

WMCC Berlin Campus – Spring Semester – Starting March 23, 2027