Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification
Method of Delivery
In Person
When offered
Daytime Hours
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
A. Course Objective: Graduates will be prepared to pass the state exam and become Certified Caregivers.
Description: The Caregiver training course is approved by the Arizona Board of Nursing Care Institution Administrators and Assisted Living Managers (NCIA) and is 62 training hours in length. If successfully completed, the student may take the State Certification exam to become a Certified Caregiver. Training includes classroom lectures, either in-person or in a virtual classroom, and in-person skill development.
Competencies to be achieved: Competencies are required in all NCIA required topics including basic patient care and medication management skills.
B. Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure):
$700.00
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 manual, CGTI Caregiver Skills Lab manual, 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, and a gait belt
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:
• Government Issued Photo ID
• Social Security Card
• Citizenship/Nationality/Alien status documentation
• Arizona Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Disclosure of Vaccination Status
• Central Registry background check
Other requirements needed
Student must be able to lift, push, and pull at least 50 pounds unassisted
Recommended for employment:
- Current CPR/BLS and First Aid
- Negative TB skin test within the last year
- Arizona Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card
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 Board of Nursing Care Institution Administrators and Assisted Living Managers
• Stackable: (Part of a sequence of credentials)
Yes or No: Yes
Career Pathway: Certified Caregivers may continue their education to become Certified Nursing Assistants, Licensed Practical Nurses, Registered Nurses, or Certified Assisted Living Managers.
• Portable: (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies)
Yes or No (Explain): Yes. Certified Caregivers are 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:
Arizona Board of Nursing Care Institution Administrators and Assisted Living Managers
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, 213 students have taken the state certification test with a pass-rate of 81%.
Details
Hours
62
Entrance Requirements
None
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
Yes
Training Location(s)
710 S Kolb Rd BLDG 4
Local WIB
6 - ARIZONA@WORK - Pima
Name of Credential
Certified Caregiver
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
none
Refund Policy
see synopsis
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - NCIA
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
In-State Tuition
$700.00
Total In-State Program Cost
$700.00
