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The world may think you are only one person--But to one person, you may be their world.
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Free CNA Training in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania free CNA training programs are approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. The nurse aide courses are designed to prepare students for successful completion of course work and passing of the certification exam.
Prior to the start of a Free CNA training class in Pennsylvania, generally students are required to have all of the following:
- High school diploma or GED.
- Physical exam and two Mantoux (TB) tests
The Free nursing assistant courses are designed around several topics planned to instruct the prospective nursing student in his/her role in long-term patient care. Instruction is accomplished through a curriculum approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education directed at: the role of the nursing assistant including legality and promotion of patient rights, communications, infection control, basic body systems, effect of aging and disease on body systems, measures to promote independence and rehabilitation and understanding mental health and social services needs of patients.
Check out our listing of Free CNA Training in Philadelphia
Nursing Homes that Offer Free CNA Training in Pennsylvania
Gracedale Nursing Home
2 Gracedale Avenue
Nazareth, PA 18064
Phone: 610.829.3580
Gracedale Nursing Home offers a FREE CNA training program!!!
CNA Training Program details:
- 125 hour nurse aide training program approved by the PA Department of Education
- New classes starting every six weeks
- Classes are scheduled Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 3:00 pm for approximately four weeks
- Conveniently held at Gracedale Nursing Home
- Training program prepares attendees for the Nurse Aide competency examination
Admission to the Nurse Aide Training Program at Gracedale Nursing Home includes those individuals chosen by administrative personnel seeking entrance into the nurse aide program with eventual enrollment in the Pennsylvania nurse aide registry. Other requirements include a medical evaluation, 2 step mantoux, CHRI that is paid by the trainee (original to be given to the trainee), verification of residency, drug hair analysis (as required by the nursing home and retained by the nursing home) and basic reading and writing skills. These requirements must be fulfilled prior to the start of class.
Willow Valley Communities
600 Willow Valley Square
Lancaster, PA 17602
Nursing Assistant Certification Training
It’s part of their commitment to recruit and hire the best professionals to care for Residents of our skilled supportive living. First, please complete an online employment application on their web site at www.willowvalleycommunities.org and click on careers. If interviewed and offered a position, they will send you to the certification class which is conducted by Harrisburg Community College and is paid for by Willow Valley.
Fair Acres Geriatric Center
CNA/ Certified Nurse Aide Program
610.891.5709
The CNA Training Program is a free training program sponsored by Fair Acres Geriatric Center for the preparation and training of potential employees interested in becoming Nursing Assistants.
St. Anne Home
685 Angela Drive
Greensburg, PA 15601
St. Anne’s Home offers an earn while you learn program. This means you get to work in their facility while they pay for you to become a CNA. However, they only offer this offer to twelve people at a time. So once you see they are accepting applications on their website it is very important for you to go on over to their facility and fill out an application.
Evergreen Nursing Center
191 Evergreen Mill Road
Harmony, PA 16037
This nursing center will pay for a student to take certified nursing aid training classes. However, the student will have to pay to take their own exam. To inquire if they are accepting new applicants for this opportunity stop by their facility or give them a call.
Fair Winds Manor
126 Iron Bridge Road
Server, PA 16055
Fair Winds Manor has a earn while you learn program that they offer to potential students who meet their criteria. To see if they currently have openings and if you would qualify stop by their facility or give them a call.
Wexford Healthcare Center
9850 Old Perry Highway,
Pittsburgh, PA 15090,
Phone: 412-366-7900
Classes are free! Paid Training, Competitive Wages, and Benefits!
Baptist Homes
489 Castle Shannon Blvd.
Pittsburgh, PA 15234
Offers paid certified nursing assistant training in Pittsburg
