Dual Certification (Nursing Assistant and Caregiver)

Instructional Program (CIP)

Description

A. Course Objective:
Graduates will be prepared to pass both state exams and become a Certified Nursing Assistant and a Certified Caregiver.
The Dual Certification course fulfills all requirements from the Arizona State Board of Nursing (AZBN) and the Arizona Board of Nursing Care Institution Administrators and Assisted Living Facility Managers (NCIA) and is 136 training hours. Training includes in-person or virtual classroom lectures, in-person skill development, medication management, and hands-on practice in clinical sites or activities and scenarios mirroring a clinical
Competencies to be achieved: Competencies are required in all AZBN and NCIA required topics including basic patient care and medication management.

B. Total Cost of Program:
$2,650.00 

C. Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition):
Nursing Assisting: A Foundation in Caregiving, CGTI Caregiver Supplemental, CGTI Nursing Assistant & Caregiver Skills Lab manual, Arizona Nursing Assistant Candidate Handbook, and Arizona Assisted Living Facility Caregiver Candidate Handbook. .

D. Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition):
Blood Pressure/stethoscope kit, gait belt, and one set of scrubs

E. WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:
Name: Emma Brollini, RN Program Administrator 
Email: ebrollini@cgtiaz.org
Phone number: 520-325-4870

F. Direct Website link to the program: http://www.cgtiaz.org

G. Additional information:
CGTI Enrollment Requirements:
• Government Issued Photo ID
• Social Security Card
• Citizenship/Nationality/Alien status documentation
• Arizona Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Current Negative Tuberculosis Screen
• Proof of current CPR/First Aid certification
• Disclosure of Vaccination Status 
• Central Registry background check
• Negative Drug Screen
• Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation:
Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card
For optional LNA after class completion, a second fingerprint clearance though the AZBN + $100 fee
• Other Requirements
Student must be able to lift, push, and pull at least 50 pounds unassisted

H. Refund Policy
Refund Before Commencement of Classes:
An applicant who provides written notice of cancellation after signing an enrollment agreement and before the first day of is entitled to a refund under the following circumstances:
• The student uses the refund toward payment of another class within 90 days;
• The student accepts the refund minus a $150 administration fee;
• A student may only reschedule a class once but failure to participate in the subsequent class will result in forfeiture of all funds paid to CGTI. 
No refund will be given after the commencement of class. 

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 (AZBN) and Arizona Board of Nursing Care Institution Administrators and Assisted Living Facility Managers (NCIA
• Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)
Yes or No: Yes
Career Pathway: Certified Nursing Assistants may take the next step to become licensed (LNA) and may continue their education to become Licensed Practical Nurses or Registered Nurses.
• Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)
Yes or No (Explain): Yes. Nursing Assistant certification (CNA) is recognized throughout the State of Arizona.
• 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: AZBN – azbn.gov and NCIA – aznciaboard.us

J. Credential Attainment Rate:
Percentage of students in the last 24 months who obtained a postsecondary credential, or secondary school diploma or its recognized equivalent, during participation or within one year after exit from the training program.
In the last 24 months, 137 students have taken the state certification exam with a pass-rate of 69% on the written component and 78% on the skills component.

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