Certified Nursing Assistant

Healing and caring for others builds community & the future

This one-year program is designed for juniors and seniors interested in any health career. The CNA program is highly academic and skills based. Upon completion of the CNA program students will have the opportunity to become certified by taking the Maine State CNA exam. The clinical component of the program is practiced at Harbor Hill, Magnolia Assisted Living, and Waldo County General Hospital. Students who have become employed as a CNA or entered nursing education consistently report that skills and knowledge acquired in this program have been highly beneficial. Students will earn American Heart Association CPR/Basic Life Support Certification.

CREDENTIALS OF VALUE

Maine CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant)Certification

American Heart Association CPR/BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification

Requirements: Minimum age 16, successful completion of Biology and Algebra 1, excellent attendance, ability to comprehend CNA Textbook with assigned Lexile rating. Completion of chemistry is highly recommended.

FORMER CNA STUDENTS HAVE SAID:

You have to think on your feet with a lot of up close and personal interaction with patients.
Be a good role model
Gain independence
Takes maturity
Its a REAL life experience
Vigorous
Be committed
Be involved
Attendance is Essential
If you want to go into the medical field, sign up for CNA... it may be for YOU!

CAREER PATHS

Nursing, Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation, Radiology/ Sonography, Medical Assisting, Veterinary Assisting, Respiratory Therapy, Dental Assisting, Surgical Services