Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification, Government license
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
A. Course Objective: To provide Nursing Assistant training for students who qualify for the training.
Description & Competencies to be achieved: This course prepares the student to provide basic personal care under the supervision of licensed nurses. It includes a minimum of 120 hours total for the completion of the program: theory, laboratory and clinical experience in a local health care facility including hospitals and/or nursing homes. Graduates are qualified to sit for the state competency exam to qualify to be listed on the registry as a licensed or certified nursing assistant (LNA or CNA). Employment opportunities for LNAs/CNAs primarily include hospitals, home care and long-term care facilities
Requirements: Being older than 16 years old and not having criminal background check
Prerequisites: 7th grade of English and Math
Timeline: 6 to 8 weeks
Note: Advanced Placement is approved under the AZ State Board of Nursing and limited to candidates a) with at least one-year full-time employment in the direct provision of health care within the past five years (caregivers); b) candidates who have successfully completed course work that included direct patient care experiences in allied health, medicine or nursing in the past five years. This training has a requirement of presenting documentation to qualify.
B. Total Cost of Program: $2,290.00
C. Provide a list of all books required for the program: Hartman’s Nursing Assistant Care – The Basics, 4(ed). ISBN: 978-1-60425-050-3
D. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program: Stethoscope, Gait Belt, Blood-Pressure Cuff, Scrubs
E. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:
Name: Daniela Bulmini, EdD, MSL, MHA
Email: dbulmini@accordhealthcareinstitute.com
Phone number: 602-714-3439 X100
F. Direct Website link to the program:
www.ahiphoenix.com
G. Additional information:
• Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation:
The Arizona State Board of Nursing has specific requirements to take the Licensed or Certified Nursing Assistant examination. Prior convictions, misdemeanor or felony, may prevent the person from becoming a Licensed Nurse Assistant or a Certified Nurse Assistant. This includes juvenile offenses.
• Other requirements needed:
H. Refund Policy and/or a link to policy on provider’s website:
Refunds are not issued after completion of first day of class
School Catalog: American Career Builders and Everlasting Images InstituteStudent Catalog (squarespace.com)
I. Credentials: (The following questions must be answered along with a supporting explanation for each)
• Industry Recognized: (Developed and offered by, or endorsed by a nationally-recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector)
Yes or No:
Yes
Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization:
Arizona State Board of Nursing
• Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)
Yes or No: Yes
Career Pathway: License Practical Nurse
• Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)
Yes or No (Explain): No
• Accredited Curriculum:
(This is referring to the course being accredited,
not the test or school)
Yes or No: Yes
Accrediting Agency and link to website: Arizona State Board of Nursing
https://www.azbn.gov/educationcnaprograms
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
7
Hours
120
Entrance Requirements
Combination of Education and Course(s)
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
N/A
Training Location(s)
3816 N. 27th Ave
Local WIB
5 - ARIZONA@WORK - City of Phoenix
Type of Attainment:
Certificate of Completion
Name of Credential
Arizona State Board of Nursing Certification/Licensure
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
Private Aid/Grants
Refund Policy
Refunds are not issued after first day of class
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - Arizona State Board of Nursing
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Testing/Exam Fees
$150.00
In-State Tuition
$1,200.00
Other Fees
$540.00 DPS: $67, FP: $50, CPR (BLS AHA): $55, Covid-19: $50, DT: $35, TB: $30, Lic.: $103 Nurse Assistance Health Clearance: $100 & USB: $50
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$1,200.00
Registration Fee
$200.00
Supplies/Materials/Hand Tools (not included in tuition)
$200.00 Blood pressure cuff, stethoscope, gait belt ($140), and two sets ($60) of navy-blue scrubs (all these items are optional).
Total In-State Program Cost
$2,290.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$2,290.00
