The Center for Caregiver Advancement (CCA) offers a FREE Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training program as a first step toward a nursing career. Offered in partnership with the SEIU 2015 Education Fund, the CNA Training Pathway (CTP) program includes nursing assistant training (160 hours of theory & clinical instruction) and prepares participants for the State of California CNA certification exam.
What does a CNA do?
A CNA’s role typically involves assisting residents in nursing homes with activities of daily living, such as basic tasks that include bathing, grooming, toileting, eating, and moving safely.
CCA Helps You Access CNA Training
As a training provider, CCA aims to help participants gain new skills and to prepare them for CNA certification so they can advance their careers and increase their wages. CCA will cover tuition fees for eligible workers at Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF) who are interested in training to become CNAs. CCA will also pay for one (1) CNA certification exam fee.
CNA TRAINING PATHWAY Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What are the benefits of the CNA Training Pathway program?
Paid tuition for CNA training classes: Participants must be a qualified member of the SEIU 2015 labor union and the Education Fund. Through a joint program with these organizations, trainees will learn new skills in free classes with the Center for Caregiver Advancement and clinical practice onsite at the nursing home.
Paid fees for one CNA certification exam: Participants can take one state CNA certification exam at no cost.
Mentorship: Support services include mentoring with an experienced mentor.
Support and Case Management: The Education Fund, the SEIU 2015 union, and employer representatives will support the CNA trainees to help them complete program requirements.
Recognized Credential: Upon completion of this program, CNA trainees will be prepared to earn a professional CNA certification that is recognized in the State of California.
What are the requirements for me to be eligible for this training program?
To participate in this program, you must meet the following requirements:
- Be a bargaining unit member of SEIU L2015 and be working at a skilled nursing facility that is actively contributing to the Education Fund.
- Have a High School Diploma, Equivalency (GED® and HiSET®), or pass an assessment.
- Have an original government-issued photo ID and original, non-laminated Social Security Card.
- Be proficient in English (minimum 6th grade level), Math (minimum 6th grade level), and Digital Literacy (basic skill level).
- Complete an Education and Career Action Plan (ECAP) with an Ed Fund representative.
- Complete and sign all required program and grant forms by the required deadlines.
To be eligible, you must also meet the following requirements:
- Flu clearance (if necessary)
- TB Clearance (may include Chest X-Ray)
- COVID-19 Vaccine and appropriate boosters
- Other required immunizations
- Successfully pass a required Live Scan/Criminal Screening Background Test
Please Note: Our waitlist fills up quickly, and we may not be able to process all new applications.
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