Certified Nursing Assistant

Putting the 'care' in healthcare

Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) are vital members of the healthcare team who provide direct patient care. In this program, you'll learn to provide comforting, strategic care and cover basic nursing skills, patient grooming and care, medical confidentiality, and care for more complex cases. 

You'll be ready to sit for your certification exam by the end of the program. 

Nurse reading phone and computer
Program Type
Career Program,
Duration
5 weeks
Format
In-Person,

 

Complete the form to be notified when the application is open for this program.

  Program Interest Form

Seats are limited!
This program will begin accepting applicants in October 2024. If you have any questions or want to learn more, reach out to our admissions specialists!

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Requirements

To be an eligible candidate, you must:

  • Be at least 18 years of age

  • Possess a high school diploma or equivalent

  • Meet immunization and health compliance requirements

  • Maintain medical insurance while enrolled

In addition, you must possess the following essential skills:

  • Be able to read, write, understand and speak the English language

  • Possess mental and emotional stability to develop appropriate relationships with patients, families, and members of the health care team.

Where you'll go

You'll be a vital member of a healthcare team and provide direct patient care. You’ll work under the supervision of licensed nurses and physicians in hospitals, nursing homes, and more. Assist patients with daily living activities like bathing, dressing, eating, and take vital signs, monitor patient conditions, and report changes to nurses.

Perform your clinicals with our local partners and you'll be qualified to work at major health care facilities in the area. Background checks may be required by clinical sites and future employers.