CNA Program In Connecticut

Every student must complete the below-mentioned requisites before applying for CNA classes.

• One should be at least eighteen years old.
• An aspirant must possess a high school diploma or its equivalent.
• S/he should be free from any felony or criminal charges.
• Students are required to submit legitimate photo identification.
• Every candidate is required to undertake the drug screening test and criminal background check.
• You need to show the proof of vaccination of mumps, rubella, measles, and tetanus.

As per the federal requirements, the certified nurse aide programs in Connecticut must offer 100 hours of program to the aspirants. It includes 76 hours of theoretical lectures and 24 hours of clinical practice, under the supervision of a registered nurse who holds two years of professional experience. The amount charged for these programs range from $900 to $1100, plus an additional fee of $150 for the state licensure examination and certification. One can also take advantage of free program if s/he meets all the criteria.

Nurse aide program program covers a wide range of topics that are taught during classroom and clinical sessions. Some basic topics that you can expect to study are:

• Human anatomy
• Communication skills
• Administration of medication to the patients
• Patient grooming and hygiene
• Infection control
• Psychology
• Safety and emergency procedure
• Patient mobility
• Patient’s rights
• Communication and interpersonal skills

1. After taking the CNA program, will I receive any certificate of completion of the course?

Answer: Every student is entitled to receive a certificate that makes him/her eligible to take the state certification examination. This certificate proves that one has successfully completed the CNA classes.

2. What is the procedure for applying in a nurse aide program?

Answer:  The procedure for applying in an NAP is as follows:

• Select an authorized CNA school.
• Fill the application form.
• Submit the official transcripts and other required document.
• Complete all the formalities.
• Lastly, clear the entrance exam conducted by the respective institution.

3. Hi, I am considering online nurse aide program to get trained as a CNA. I want to know whether online classes are deemed as legitimate or not?

Answer:  There are a number of online classes, both legitimate and non-legitimate. Hence, it becomes difficult to check their status. One should be careful while looking for an online course as it should be recognized by the board of nursing. Your online class must include the following topics:

• Medical Terminology
• Communication and Documentation Skills
• Patient’s Rights
• The Principles of Patient Care
• The Role of the CNA and Other Healthcare Professionals
• Anatomy and Physiology

Connecticut Chapter
Address: 209 Farmington Avenue, Farmington, CT 06032
Phone: (877) 287-3327

• Vocational Rehabilitation Commission
  Vocational Rehabilitation Commission programs focus on injured worker or the individual who has a medical condition which resulted in unemployment at the work station of last job. It enables the injured or unemployed individuals to think about a new career and offers quality vocational counseling services. The program provides necessary program to them which matches their skills.
• Free Program from the Jewish Home for the Elderly
  The Jewish Home offers free nurse aide classes to the deserving candidates. In order to qualify, the aspirant should have a high school diploma/GED. There are some documents you have got to submit while applying for free program; they are:
  • A completed application.
  • A letter explaining why you should be hired by the nursing home.
  • 2 LOR (Letter of Recommendations) from people who are not related to you.

  The Jewish Home for the Elderly
  175 Jefferson Street
  Fairfield, CT 06825

• Connecticut Nurses Foundation (CNF)
  CNF offers several scholarships to the nursing students such as Nursing Research Grant, Jennifer Hawke-Petit Pediatric, Dr. Judith Hriceniak Memorial and Frank Chant Memorial Award, Linda Angotto Memorial, Cassena Care and Dr. Sheila Packard Memorial. The students who are pursuing nursing and are residents of Connecticut will be given preference.
  Connecticut Nurses’ Foundation
  377 Research Parkway, Suite 2D
  Meriden, CT 06450-1760
  Phone: (203) 238-1207
  Fax: (203) 238-3437
• Waterbury Women’s Club Fund Awards
  This grant focuses at offering financial aid to individuals who are pursuing nursing or any other health care related courses.
  Requirements & Eligibility
• The candidate should be the resident of Connecticut.
• S/he should attend Connecticut College to study health based subjects.
• Student should be a high school senior.
• Applicant must submit a complete essay.
• He/she should reside in one of the 21 towns (located in the foundation’s service area).

Some other factors that are also taken into consideration while selecting the candidate for scholarship include academic record of the student, extracurricular activities and financial need.

Waterbury Foundation
81 West Main Street, 4th Floor,
Waterbury, CT 06702
Contact no. – (203) 753-1315
Fax – (203) 756-3054

If you are looking for better options of free CNA Program, Hartford Job Corps Center is the best place for you.

Hartford Job Corps Center
100 William Shorty Campbell Street
Hartford, CT 06106
Phone: (860) 953-7201
Fax: (860) 952-0228

Question: Who are eligible for Vocational Rehabilitation Services?

Answer: If you are an injured worker and your injury restricts you or resulted in permanent limitations which doesn’t allow you to join your job or return to your regular work. In that case, you qualify for Vocational Rehabilitation Services.

Question: If I get selected for Hartford Job Corps Center, do I have to live at the center?

Answer: Yes, students have to live on campus at job corps centers, but Hartford Job Corps Center also serves non-residential students. For further details, you can check with admission counselor.

Question:  I have a 3-year college degree. Am I overqualified for pursuing a CNA course?

Answer: No, your degree will not cause any problem if you are choosing CNA as your career. It may help you in building your career.