CNA Program In Hawaii

Before you sign up for a nurse aide program (NAT) program, consider the following pre-requisites:

• To take the CNA classes in HI, one must be of 17 years.
• High school diploma (HSD) or GED is required. If a student does not possess HSD, s/he must take the TABE reading and math test.
• The candidate should submit the negative reports of TB test taken within a period of 12 months.
• An aspirant must provide current photo ID, 2 finger print cards and 2 passport size photographs.
• It is mandatory to clear the background check and drug screening test.
• An applicant should be physically and mentally fit.
• Proof of vaccination is required.

One can become a CNA within a short period of time, with minimal cost, but this profession demands hard work, patience and desire to serve people. The approved program program offers 100 hours of program that encompass classroom and theoretical sessions of 30 hours, and clinical practice of 70 hours.

Basically, the cost of nurse aide programs depends upon the program institute. It fluctuates between $1100 and $1300. For the certification examination, you need to pay an amount of $250. There are several institutes to help those aspirants who can’t afford the fees of the coursework. They provide financial aid to the deserving candidates.

The curriculum is divided into two parts- classroom lectures and hands-on practice. In certified nurse assistant classes, students acquire expertise over different areas such as:

• How to take the vital signs?
• Infection control and prevention.
• An array of motion exercises.
• Patient care.
• Patient’s right.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Emergency care.
• Patient lifting, dressing skills and bedside manner.

1. Who should take this CNA class?

Answer: If you wish to make a difference in the lives of people, then, opt for the career of a certified nurse aide – this is the right program to explore the health care profession. It will equip you with all the essential skills needed to start a career as a nursing assistant.

2. If a 17 years old student is eligible to take the program course in HI?

Answer: Yes, a candidate who attains the age of 17 years becomes eligible to take the NAT program in Hawaii. However, one needs to be of 18 years, in order to appear for the certification exam.

3. For how long does the CNA Program program continues?

Answer: Generally, the program takes eight weeks to complete. The first 6 weeks incorporate theoretical classes, book work, lecturers, and the remaining weeks are devoted to the clinical practice so as to develop hands-on skills.

There are many institutions that offer nurse aide program for free to the eligible candidates and provide them financial aid in the form of scholarships.

• Hawai’i Community Foundation – Hawai’i Pacific Gerontological Society Nursing Scholarship FundThe fund is awarded to the candidates pursuing a 2 or 4-year nursing program. In order to meet the criteria, the candidate must demonstrate the financial need and be a Hawaii resident. Other eligibility requirements include:
  • At least 2.7 GPA.
  • He/she must be a full-time student.
  • The student must submit an essay on his/her interest in the field of geriatric nursing.
  • Student should submit a complete application letter.
  • He/she must submit the requested documents by the deadline date.
• Kaua’i Community College – Kaukini Foundation ScholarshipThe fund is awarded to the students who are pursuing practical nursing programs. In order to avail this scholarship, the candidate must be enrolled in a full or part-time program and have completed fourteen to fifteen nursing credit hours at Kaua’i Community College. In addition, you must have a minimum of 3.0 GPA, and must consent to work as a nurse for 1 year (of every year scholarship was received) in Hawaii, after completion of graduation.

• Edward and Sally Sheehan Endowed ScholarshipThe award is basically for the graduate and undergraduate candidates who want to earn a degree in nursing at the University of Hawaii at Manoa- School of Nursing.

• Hawaii Student Nurses AssociationThe association offers scholarship to the nursing students of Hawaii. The amount of scholarship is not fixed; it varies from year to year. The amount of fund depends on the type of recipient too.

• AHNA Charlotte McGuire ScholarshipCharlotte McGuire Scholarship Program was established by AHNA (American Holistic Nurses Association) in 1986. The members of AHNA can get the financial aid. In order to meet the requirements, the applicant must:
  • be a member of AHNA for at least 6 months
  • have a GPA of 3.00
  • submit required documents by deadline (15 March of every year)

• American Journal for Nurse Practitioners (AJNP) GrantAJNP awards the fund of $1,000 and a one-year membership in the American College of Nurse Practitioners. The scholarship program is designed to support nurse practitioners.  In order to qualify, the applicant must have 3.4 GPA.

Job corps offers financial assistance to the qualified candidates. There are two locations that the candidates can access. They are:

• Hawaii Job Corps Center Hawaii Job Corps Center offers free educational and vocational opportunities for the qualified candidates. It is funded by the United State Department of Labor. Paid vocational program is available for the CNAs. Participants of vocational programs can also get the benefits of housing and food.Contact Details:
  Hawaii Job Corps Centre
  Address: 41-467 Hihimanu Street Waimanalo, HI 96795
  Contact No: (808) 259-6070

• Maui Job Corps CenterA variety of educational and vocational programs are available for the eligible residents of Hawaii. The age of the candidates should be between 16 and 24. Job Corps programs provide complete assistance for the qualified candidates from program to job placement.  This paid program program also offers some other benefits including food, housing, and heath care facility. Contact Details:
  Maui Job Corps Center
  Address: 500 Ike Drive Maui, Makawao, HI 96768
  Contact No:  (808) 579-8450

You can access Red Cross program at the below-given address:

Hawaii State Chapter
4155 Diamond Head Road, Honolulu, HI 96816
Contact No. – (808) 734-2101

Question:  What are the eligibility criteria for Kaukini Foundation Scholarship?

Answer: – At least 3.0 GPA, enrollment in full or part-time nursing program, and completion of 14-15 nursing credit hours at Kaua’i Community College are some of the requirements one need to fulfill for obtaining Kaukini Foundation Scholarship.