Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
After successfully completing the CNA course, the student earns a certificate and is eligible to take the state exam to become a licensed Certified Nurse Assistant. Anyone interested in becoming a CNA can take this course.
Upcoming Offerings
Spring Sessions
- HLTK 1510-60 – January 10 – February 23, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
- HLTK 1510-61 – February 28 – April 24, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
About the Course
Students gain proficiency in basic resident care skills, beginning infection control, communication and interpersonal skills through theory, practice and supervised clinical experience. Students prepare to take the qualifying exam for CNA as an integral part of this course. Nurse aides must be certified to work in health care facilities in Wyoming, and this course is designed to meet OBRA guidelines and follows state-approved curriculum. A 40-hour clinical will be scheduled with the instructor at a local nursing home facility.
Attendance is mandatory. This is a state of Wyoming requirement. Hours that are missed for any reason must be made up with the instructor or the nursing tutor. There are absolutely NO EXCEPTIONS.
Costs
For the course:
- LCCC application: $20 (If you are a new student to LCCC)
- Tuition and lab fee: $338 (for fall 2011)
- Textbook: $78 (new) or $59 (used - when available)
- Uniform: $45
- CPR certification: $50
- TB test and fingerprinting: price varies
For the Wyoming State Board Exam:
- Application fee: $60
- Criminal background check: $60
- Written and skills exam: $90