Certified Nursing Assistant
A Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) assists patients with quality of life needs, under the supervision of a professional nurse. Upon satisfactory completion of this 100-hour program, the student is eligible to take the NJ State Certification Exam (additional fee of $76.00 payable to “PSI” required). Employment opportunities include long-term care facilities, hospitals, assisted living facilities, medical day care centers, and rehabilitation centers.
Students must allow at least 6 weeks for the application process to be completed. All students must complete the application process prior to registration.
To start your new career you must:
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Possess a HS Diploma or GED
- Attend a mandatory informal interview (call 908-689-7613 to schedule)
- Complete a physical exam and two-step TB test
- Submit payment for a criminal background check (minimum fee of $44.00)
- Demonstrate a clear understanding of spoken and written English. Individuals for whom English is not the first language are required to take the BEST Literacy Test and achieve a score of 76 or above.
- Mandatory orientation attendance
For tuition and start date information, please see the Continuing Education Catalog.
To register or for more information contact Program Coordinator, Dianne Czar, R.N.,
at (908) 835-2333 or by email at [email protected]
Additional CNA Resources: www.4cnas.com