Step into Your CNA Future: Course Details & Certification

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Charting Your Path in Healthcare: The CNA Way

Stepping into a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) career is rewarding and transformative. On this page, you'll find everything you need about our comprehensive CNA course, from the intricate curriculum details and hands-on training to the final steps towards state certification. Whether you're eager to dive deep into the world of patient care or curious about the certification process, we've got you covered. Let's set the foundation for your bright future in healthcare!

Course Essentials:
Schedule, Prerequisites & Requirements

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  • 01 / Class Schedule & Information

    Regular Sessions:

    • Days: Tuesdays and Wednesdays
    • Time: 9:00am-5:00pm
    • Duration: 7 weeks
    • Clinical Dates: To be announced (typically 4 days in length)

    Upcoming Evening Courses:

    • Days: Likely Tuesdays and Wednesdays
    • Time: 4:00pm-9:00pm
    • Clinical Dates: During normal business hours
    • Note: More details coming soon

  • 02 / Age & Education

    • Minimum 18 years old
    • High School graduate or GED equivalent

  • 03 / Language & Skills

    • Proficient in English (reading, writing, communication)
    • Must be able to read and write
    • Basic math skills
    • Screening assessment required for all students

  • 04 / Legal & Identification

    • No criminal records, arrests, or assaults
    • Valid photo ID or Driver’s License

  • 05 / Medical & Health

    • Basic Life Support (BLS) course completion (before final exam or within the first 2 weeks of the course)
    • 2-step TB Clearance or Chest x-ray (current within 1 year)
    • Completed physical examination form
    • Current year's flu shot
    • COVID-19 Compliance (one of the following): Full vaccination, Two weeks post first vaccine dose, PCR testing before in-facility portion

  • 06 / Application & Fees

    • Completed application forms
    • Enrollment Agreement
    • Non-refundable pre-registration fee (reserves your seat)

    Payment plans, scholarships and tuition lending by financial institutions to those who qualify.


    We are actively working with Alu Like and Hana Lima for educational stipends/scholarship for Native Hawaiian, Native American, or Native Alaskan individuals. Please call 808-961-2625 to see if you qualify.


    We are an Eligible Training Provider (ETP) under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act who provides tuition assistance. Please contact the American Job Center to apply: 808-935-6527

  • 07 / Additional Requirements

    To be obtained 2 weeks before clinical rotation:


    • Drug Test results
    • Proof of health insurance (before clinical site rotations)

    Immunizations:

    • TDP (tetanus/diphtheria/pertussis) - within past 10 years
    • Hepatitis B series (3 shots)
    • Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella (chickenpox) - Doctor’s note or Antibody test (MMR/Varicella)
    • TITERS test if records are lost

    Note: Insurance applications available for those who qualify financially

  • 08 / Dress Code

    • Scrubs (any color for class), for clinical rotation, must wear blue top.
    • Closed-toe shoes.
    • Must wear a facial mask at all times during clinical rotations.

Your Learning Experience:
Community, Classroom, & Beyond

Your Community is Your Classroom

Embrace the unique opportunity to learn within your own community, making the transition from student to professional seamless and relatable.

Forge a New Career Path

With our comprehensive training, you're not just learning; you're paving the way for a new, fulfilling career in healthcare.

What Sets Our Schooling Apart

Personalized Instruction

Benefit from 1:1 instruction and small class sizes (max 10 adults) ensuring individualized attention tailored to every learning style.

Modern Classroom Experience

Engage with state-of-the-art technical resources, combined with traditional book work and hands-on guidance from seasoned instructors.

Course Breakdown

Skills Lab

Dive into a plethora of educational tools, mastering the art of assisting patients with diverse health needs. This hands-on training equips you for both your vocational portfolio and your budding career in healthcare.

PART 1: THEORY & Lab (90 hours)

Classroom Training: This foundational phase covers all aspects of patient care and nursing skills through lectures, visuals, lab demonstrations, homework assignments, mock tests, and active student participation.

PART 2: CLINICAL PRACTICUM (30 hours)

4-Day Clinical Training: Engage directly with residents in healthcare facilities, supervised by state-licensed Nurse Assistant Training Instructors.


Real-World Experience: Collaborate with aides, nurses, and other medical professionals, gaining firsthand experience of a nurse assistant's role in long-term care settings.

Our Ultimate Goal

Prepare every student to ace the State of Hawaii Nurse Assistant Competency Certification Exam by Prometric. Our dedicated team of experienced RNs and LPNs are committed to ensuring your success.

Upcoming Class & Clinical Schedules

Courses

Dates for courses are currently being finalized. Please contact us for more information.

  • Orientation: TBA
  • Class Sessions: TBA
    (9:00 am - 5:00 pm unless specified)
  • Clinical Sessions: TBA
    (4 final hours, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm)

March-May 2024 Hybrid Class Schedule

Class schedules have been temporarily paused as we prepare for an office relocation caused by leasing complications.

  • Orientation: Tuesday, March 12th at 5:30 pm in the classroom.
  • Class Sessions: Tuesday to Thursday, 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm via Zoom.
  • Sundays: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm for in-person clinical hours.
  • Clinical Sessions: Four 8-hour days, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, with dates to be announced.

Achieving State Certification: Your Next Step.

Your Pathway to Nursing

By completing our course, you're not just gaining knowledge; you're setting the stage for a fulfilling career in healthcare. This certification qualifies you for roles in diverse settings such as long-term care nursing facilities, hospitals, adult day care centers, assisted living facilities, and home health care. With additional training, opportunities in foster homes and care homes also become accessible.


Certified Nurse Aide Examination via Prometric

The Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (DCCA) collaborates with Prometric to oversee the Nurse Aide Competency Exam and manage the Nurse Aide (NA) Registry. This partnership ensures that you're receiving a certification recognized and respected across the state.


For a detailed overview of the certification process and to understand the steps to become a Hawaii Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) and a member of the Hawaii NA Registry, visit the Prometric website.