CERTIFIED NURSE
ASSISTANT (cna) TRAINING
Jumpstart your healthcare career with Columbine Health’s Nurse Assistant Training Program! Now is the perfect time to join this exciting field, where you’ll gain essential skills in patient care, safety, and emergency procedures through a blend of classroom instruction, lab work, and clinical experience. Financial support is available, and we can help find the resources you need.
Completing this program opens doors to employment in skilled nursing facilities and hospitals and is a steppingstone for further studies in nursing or becoming a physician assistant/nurse practitioner. Plus, after finishing the course, you’ll have the opportunity to join the dedicated team at Columbine Health Systems!
Why should I become a Nurse Aide?
Skilled nursing facilities and hospitals require a nurse aide to be certified for employment and many college nursing programs require completion of a nurse aide course prior to acceptance into a nursing program. In addition, as a prerequisite to most Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner programs, direct patient care experience is required and working as a CNA can contribute toward these hours.
What will I learn?
Instruction includes basic nursing assistant procedures, skills, restorative services, general household activities, patient care, safety, and emergency care. Students gain an understanding of the responsibilities involved in working with patients of all ages, in both wellness and illness, issues of mental health, patient rights, and patient/family interactions. Classroom instruction, lab, and clinical experience is offered.
HOW DO I GET STARTED?
A Step-by-Step Enrollment Guide
Ready to begin your career as a Certified Nursing Assistant? Follow these simple steps to enroll in our comprehensive training program at Columbine Health Systems.
Total program cost is $1,875, which includes your textbook and processing fees.
Call us at (970)494-6455 with questions or send us an email using this form.
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Step 1:
Complete Registration
- Contact the Geriatric Education Center (GEC) at (970) 494-6455 for the registration form
- Note: All instruction is in English – fluency in reading, writing, and speaking required
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Step 2:
BAckground Check
- Complete criminal background check (starts at $22)
- Must be done within 3 months of class start date
- Submit results to GEC
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Step 3:
Health Requirements
- Provide recent TB test results (test must be within one year of registration)
- Submit proof of flu vaccine (if attending October 1st – end of flu season)
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Step 4:
PROCESS PAYMENT
- Pay full tuition via EventSquid invoice
- Payment is due one week before class starts
- Note: No payment plans available
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Step 5:
Prepare Clinical Attire
- We provide:
– Forest-green scrubs (one set)
– Gait belt
– Name tag - You provide:
– Close-toed shoes
A Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) plays a vital role in providing compassionate, hands-on care to residents in our skilled nursing facilities. From assisting with daily activities like grooming and mobility to monitoring resident well-being and maintaining detailed care records, CNAs are essential members of our healthcare team.
Download our detailed PDF job description to learn more about the qualifications, responsibilities, and opportunities in this rewarding healthcare career.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Below you’ll find answers to common questions about our certification programs, including class schedules, requirements, enrollment, and career paths. If you don’t find what you’re looking for, please contact our team.
- Register for the desired class.
- You are required to complete a background check (price starting at $22.00). This is to be completed no greater than 3 months before your class start date.
- Provide the Geriatric Education Center with a copy of recent TB test results.
*Influenza vaccine verification must be provided for students completing the class between October 1st and the end of flu season. - The cost of our Nursing Assistant training program is $1875, made payable to the Geriatric Education Centre via Event Squid invoice, processing fees, and the textbook are included. This payment must be made at least 1 week prior to the class start date.
Full-time Day Classes: These classes are held Monday-Friday from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, then include 2 ½ days of clinical experience following class in one of the Columbine skilled facilities.
Part-time Evening Classes: These classes are held evenings from 4:30 pm – 8:30 pm for a period of 10 – 11 ½ weeks (depending upon the class), includes 2 ½ days of clinical experience.
To ensure the health and safety of your peers and the Columbine residents, during clinicals, the Geriatric Education Center encourages our students to receive the COVID-19 vaccination before class starts.
If you need assistance finding a vaccine clinic or have questions, please contact (970) 494-6455 to schedule an appointment with Columbine’s clinical team.
- For the classes that offer 2 clinical groups, each group can have a maximum of 8 students.
- Students will be placed in one of the two offered clinical groups during their first day of class.
- They will have the opportunity to provide a preference, but it will be granted on a first-come basis.
- Once the 1st clinical group is full, the remaining students will automatically be placed in the 2nd group.
The textbook is required for this class and is included in the tuition.
Mosby’s Essentials for Nursing Assistants
by Sorrentino and Remmert
Edition #7
ISBN #: 9780323796316
Once you complete the course, you will need to register for your state test and make payment in the amount of $135.00 to the Colorado State Board of Nursing.
Your instructor will be available to guide you through this process.
Yes, we would love to have you join our team!
If you are considering working for Columbine Health Systems, please click here to learn more about working with us.
Important Information
Before beginning your journey as a CNA student at Columbine Health Systems, please review these essential resources. Understanding these components is crucial for your successful participation in our program.
Get in Touch
Questions about the CNA Training Program?
Call us at (970) 464-6455 with questions or send us an email using this form.
Ready to take the next step? Whether you’re just starting out or looking to make a meaningful career change, we’re here to help.
Fill out the form below to connect with our team, ask questions about the CNA training program, or get assistance with enrollment and financial support options.
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