This pathway provides the training necessary to become a critical healthcare team member. It prepares students to become employed in a hospital or long-term care facility as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and/or Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA). Upon completion, students can apply for the Maryland State Certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and/or Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA). 

Topics include:

• Medical Terminology
• Essential Concepts: HIPPA, Documentation, Infection Control
• Personal Care Assistance and Practical Skills
   

Course Requirements:

• Foundations of Healthcare (prerequisite)

• Certified Nursing Assistant Module 1
• Certified Nursing Assistant Module 2
• Certified Nursing Assistant Clinical

Courses must be taken in the order listed above. Successful completion of each course is required to advance through the series.

Scholarships are available and may cover all or part of the program cost. For more information or to apply now, click here. 

Effective January 1, 2022: The COVID-19 vaccination may be required as part of the Allied Health Programs' "health requirements" to remain compliant with the requirements of HCC's affiliates.