Overview Of CNA Training Programs

CNA Training programs are a critical element in assuring that people who enter this part of the health care field are successful. CNAs' provide almost 80% of the one to one care that is received by individuals living in care facilities. As the population continues to age there is a greater need and they play an increasing vital role in the health of the elderly and chronically ill.

While the requirements to become a CNA differ in each state, all have strict guidelines that must be met before an individual can add the term "Certified, " "Licensed, " "Registered, " or "State Approved" to their Nursing Assistant title. A Nursing Assistant cannot work in a nursing home or long term care facility until they have been certified, or approved, by the state.

The length of time it takes to complete training varies depending on who is teaching the courses, where the clinical training is taking place, and the state requirements for certification. Contacting the State Department that certifies Nursing Assistants will help one to find out what the requirements are for certification.

Both parts of the training must be completed before a person can take the state examination. The classroom work can take as little as two weeks to complete. Some colleges offer CNA Training courses which give college credits. These classes will normally last through a semester.

The first phase of the training is conducted in a classroom setting. An individual must take certain classes which include medical terminology, First Aid, Fundamentals of Nursing, and other medical education courses. These prepare a person for working in the clinical environment safely and effectively.

The second phase of training is clinical experience. An individual must work a specific number of hours in a clinical setting before they can take the examination for certification. The number of hours varies from state to state and can range from 40 hours to over 75 hours.

The examination can be scheduled after all of the requirements have been met. One submits proof of completion with their application and the test is scheduled. The test will cover both the educational and clinical work that has been done. It is important that if a long period of time has elapsed since taking the educational courses for the CNA that they take a refresher course to prepare for the test.

After a person has completed the training and passed the examination they can work anywhere in the state where they are certified. If they move to another state however they will need to complete a Request for Reciprocity.

The author is writing up her experiences with Potty Training Girls and Baby Potty Training for a parenting magazine article.

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