CNA (Nursing Assistant)

Instructional Program (CIP)

Description

A. Course Objective:
The Nursing Assistant Program at AMTI, as approved by the Arizona State Board of Nursing, is a 126-hour program comprised of 86 classroom/lab hours, and 40 clinical hours. This program will provide students with the theory and skills required to practice as a nursing assistant in long-term care, intermediate care, and acute care settings.
The curriculum includes classroom/lab/clinical instruction in physiology, psychological, and basic nursing care needs when caring for clients across the lifespan with a primary focus on long term care. Teaching methods encompass a variety of strategies including hands on practice, didactic, discussion, videos, computer-aided technology, as well as laboratory and clinic-based work experience. Students will learn about the Nursing Assistant’s role, foundation of resident care, understanding resident and family needs, anatomy and physiology, personal care skills, basic nursing skills, nutrition and hydration, chronic and acute conditions, and rehabilitation and restorative services. Students who successfully complete this course will be eligible to take the Arizona state competency exam.
Program Objectives:
• Communicate effectively with clients, families, and members of the health care team.
• While working with the professional nurse at the healthcare institution, provide basic nursing skills, adhering to correct policy and procedures of the institution.
• Function as a member of a multidisciplinary health care team within the legal and ethical framework of a Nursing Assistant.
• Under supervision of the RN, provide nursing services identified in the care plan to ensure, and safeguard, the client’s health and well-being.
• Administer personal care, rehabilitation and restorative services to clients and collaborate with healthcare team members in the delivery and coordination of such care.
• Demonstrate principles of leadership and client advocacy in the role of a CNA.
B. Total Cost of Program: $1,769.00 (Includes optional State Board of Nursing LNA fee and supplies)
C. Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):
• Hartman’s Nursing Assistant Care: Long-Term Care, 5th Edition
• Hartman’s Nursing Assistant Care: Long-Term Care Workbook
D. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):
Uniform Scrubs, Blood Pressure Cuff, Stethoscope, Gait Belt, Watch with second hand, PPE – Personal Protective Equipment
E. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:
Name: Student Services
Email: studentservices@lifework.edu
Phone number:480-461-1806
F. Direct Website link to the program:
CNA Training in Arizona | Apply Online (lifework.edu)
G. Additional information:
• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Pass a mandated CNA Admission Test covering English proficiency, reading comprehension, and math necessary to comprehend the course materials and perform the required duties safely.
• No active Felony (ARS 32-1606) in past 3 years or Unprofessional Conduct (ARS 32-1601).
• Proof of citizenship (Arizona Driver’s License or passport), or legal residency status.
• Must complete the Health Declaration. The Health Declaration is a document ensuring clearance for participation. Prospective students must be able to meet all “essential functions”.
• Complete the Voluntary Assumption of Risk – Release of Liability Form.
• Ability to pass a Tuberculosis (TB) Skin Test, or provide prior TB results no older than 6 months from testing.
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Negative Drug Screen & background check as required by the clinical facilities
• Graduates may choose to apply to the Board as a Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) or remain on the Registry of Nursing Assistants as a CNA. For the LNA, a $50.00 initial application fee plus a $50.00 fingerprint criminal history fee applies.
H. Refund Policy (provide a summary if Refund policy is not listed on school website):
CNA Training in Arizona | Apply Online (lifework.edu)
I. Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)
• Industry Recognized: Yes, Arizona State Board of Nursing
• Stackable: Yes, CNAs can add additional training to become Restorative CNAs, Patient Care Technicians and CNA is also part of the career pathway to becoming an LPN or RN.
• Portable: Recognized in the State of Arizona.
• Accredited Curriculum: No
J. Credential Attainment Rate:
Arizona State Board of Nursing tracks first-time pass rates for approved programs. For 2022, AMTI had a 92% Written Pass Rate and 85% Skill Pass Rate.

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