Nursing Assistant

Service Description

The Nursing Assistant program is designed to prepare you to take the certification exam administered by Credentia. CNA’s work closely with nurses and medical staff to ensure that a patient is provided basic care. The training you receive includes, but is not limited to, bathing, feeding, dressing patients, observing physical and/or mental changes, and vitals. This course is offered in person or as a blended course. Course objectives: Upon completion of the course satisfactorily, students will be eligible to take the *NA Credentia Certification Exam at Healthcare Resources or at a regional site. Once certified by the state as a Certified Nursing Assistant, one may have the opportunity to work with Hospitals, doctor’s office, Nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and home health care agencies. Number of Hours Required: 40 hours classroom & lab 40 hours and clinical 24 hours Online 40 hours, 6 hours lecture in class, 36 hours lab and 24 hours Clinical Number of Weeks for Completion: 4 weeks in-person 4 weeks Hybrid Class (Day course) 5 weeks (evening course) Required Textbooks & Resources: Hartman’s Nursing Assistant Care The Basics Textbook 6th Edition Workbook Hartman’s Nursing Assistant Care The Basics 6th Edition Nursing Uniform and non-slip athletic or nursing shoes Laptop if participating in the hybrid module.