In order to enroll, you will need to have access to a computer with sufficient WiFi.  If you need help with either of the two items listed above, please email us at healthsciences@chemeketa.edu. 

Due to COVID-19, the BNA class schedule is a tentative scheudle and may be subject to change at anytime. Depending on cirumstances, some of the class hours may be remote and or in person.

Fall Schedule as of August 11, 2021

Class/Lab: September 27 - October 20, Monday - Thursday, 4:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Clinical: October 21 - November 15, Monday - Thursday - Times TBA depending on number of students

Mock Skills: November 16

Salem Campus

• Download and complete the 2021-2022 Salem Campus BNA Application
• Please see table below for application submission dates.
• Submit your completed application packet to healthsciences@chemeketa.edu 

Yamhill Valley Campus Information

Winter Term 2022 Application 

Applications are accepted via scan/fax/email, or in person at the Yamhill Valley Campus.  There are 10 spots for the class, and completed applications are accepted on a first come, first served basis- the addresses are below:

Fax Number: 503.584.7546
Email/scan: yamhillcte@chemeketa.edu 

New CPR Requirement Information: We are no longer offering a class at YVC. Students will need to have the correct card at application submission time, OR show proof (via email confirmation after you sign up and pay for class) of enrollment in an AHA BLS PROVIDER CPR class. More details in application regarding this, and link to find a class near you. 

If you have questions, please email Yamhill Valley Campus Career Tech Ed Programs.

Upon entry into the program, you will be required to pass a criminal background check. 

Failure to complete the background check or a background check revealing a disqualifying criminal history will mean you are ineligible to participate in the BNA course.

Disqualifying crimes can be found in the Oregon Department of Human Services Aging & People with Disabilities and Developmental Disabilities ORS 443.004/OAR 407.007.0275 Crimes list. For more information and more in-depth list, click here. 

For licensure with the Oregon State Board of Nursing, please visit the following links for DHS and OSBN's criminal history requirements. 

• Oregon Department of Human Services criminal history requirements and policies, located in Division 7
• Oregon Board of Nursing’s criminal history requirements and policies, found in Division 1 of the Nurse Practice Act 

Total cost for the BNA program at both the Salem and Yamhill Valley campuses is $1,412. Costs are subject to change. They include –

• Tuition and fees
• Textbook
• Scrubs for clinical, stethoscope, gait belt, etc.

Non-credit courses are not eligible for financial aid

Some of our offerings are offered at a lower cost because they are grant funded. 

Additional Fees

Students will be required to pay for –

• A background check – approx. $45
• Required drug testing – approx. $45
• Immunizations – cost varies
• CPR training – cost varies
• Parking pass – approx. $25

After course completion, you will be responsible for testing fees for the Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN) include –

• Application to test – $106
• Fingerprinting – $64.50

BNA Prerequisites

• Chemeketa student identification number and Chemeketa email address
• Successful completion of RD 080 and RD085 or RD090 with a C or higher or placement into RD115 via Chemeketa's placement test or proof of completing an Associate Degree or equivalent credits or higher
• Successful completion of CPR Certification - American Heart Association "BLS Provider Level"
• Attendance at mandatory orientation, passing the criminal background check and required drug screen, and completing required immunizations
• Mandatory orientation for applicants accepted into the class
• Commitment to being at every class session and clinical session
• Reliable transportation

Instructions on how to complete background check and drug screen will be given to accepted applicants only. 

For more information call the Health Sciences Dept at 503.399.5058.