Easterseals Northeast Indiana’s certified nurse assistant (CNA) training program is designed to help participants build meaningful careers in the health care field. Whether you’re just beginning your professional journey or seeking a career change, this program provides an inclusive and supportive environment to learn vital nursing skills and gain real-world experience.
The training is open to individuals with and without disabilities, reflecting Easterseals Northeast Indiana’s commitment to empowering everyone with the tools they need to thrive. Participants gain the knowledge, confidence, and experience to begin working as certified nurse assistants in various care settings, including hospitals, long-term care facilities, and home health environments.
The CNA program includes a comprehensive blend of classroom instruction, hands-on skills development in a fully equipped health care learning lab, and supervised clinical training at a local senior care community. This structure ensures that students are well-prepared to meet the physical and emotional demands of the role and provide compassionate, high-quality care to those they serve.
The curriculum, approved by the Indiana Department of Health, includes essential topics and practical training such as:
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Infection control protocols and safety practices
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Emergency response procedures
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Basic nursing techniques, including taking vital signs and recording height and weight
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Mobility skills like proper patient positioning and safe transfer methods
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Personal care tasks, including bathing, dressing, and grooming
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Nutrition, feeding techniques, and hydration support
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Skin care and hygiene
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Other core care competencies essential for a certified nurse assistant
Classes are held at Easterseals Northeast Indiana’s health care learning lab, a professional training space designed to mirror real-world care settings. Instruction is provided by qualified health care professionals who are committed to student success.
The program typically runs over the course of several weeks, with instruction taking place Monday through Thursday. Fridays may be used for make-up sessions as needed. Upon successful completion of classroom and clinical requirements, participants are eligible to take the certification exam and begin their careers as certified nurse assistants.
Future sessions may be offered in locations beyond Fort Wayne as Easterseals Northeast Indiana continues to grow and expand access to this life-changing opportunity.
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