Class Details
August 10 – August 21, 2020 (Clinical August 24-28 – 1st shift)
Classroom/lab will be held at Wellspring, 90 Oak St, Prairie Du Sac, WI 53578
The class will meet Monday-Friday from 8:00 am – 4:30 pm the first two weeks. The last 40 hours of training will be meeting at the clinical site or clinical simulation. This schedule will be discussed on the first day of class.
You will begin work during the first shift at the clinical site. The first shift starts between 6:00-7:00 am depending on which location you are assigned to. The timing and location will be determined in the first week of training.
Benefits of Neway Directions CNA training program include:
- Our maximum class size of 14 gives our students more individualized attention from instructors.
- Clinicals are held at reputable sites in the Madison area, potentially the same sites our students will be applying to for future employment.
- Our instructors have a combined total of over 100 years of experience.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
What is a CNA?
A CNA works directly under the direction of a nurse to provide patients with basic care services, from daily grooming to checking vital signs, while ensuring the safety and comfort of the patient. A CNA is responsible for notifying the nursing staff of vital information regarding the patient’s condition both physically and mentally. CNA’s help patients to feel comfortable and secure in their environment.
Are there job advancement opportunities for CNAs?
Being a CNA can be a lifelong career or a stepping stone to many other careers in the healthcare profession.
After I have completed my CNA training with Neway, what else do I need to do to become a CNA?
You will have to take the Wisconsin State CNA Certification test. Go to the link TMU emailed you the first day of class to complete personal information and pay the testing fee.
Once I become certified as a CNA, where should I look for employment?
CNA’s can expect to find employment in the following types of facilities:
- Assisted Living Facilities
- Community-Based Residential Facilities
- Home Health Care
- Hospice
- Hospitals
- Medical Clinics
- Nursing Homes
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
How do I begin looking for employment as a CNA?
Neway Directions offers many services to help our students secure employment in their field. Please see our Employment Services page for additional information on our Career Placement Services. Don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions!
What procedures are being implemented to prevent the spread of COVID-19?
See our COVID-19 informational page to learn more: https://www.newaydirections.com/covid-19/
Questions?
Jenna Ruehlow-Haney
President of Neway Directions
Phone: (608) 221-1920
Email: jenna@newaydirections.com
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