Launch Your Healthcare Career as a Certified Nursing Assistant
A Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is a vital member of the healthcare team. After completing an approved training program and passing the state certification exam, CNAs work under the supervision of registered nurses or other licensed healthcare professionals to provide essential, hands-on care in a variety of settings.
CNAs are often the primary caregivers for patients, helping meet day-to-day needs while observing and reporting important changes in their condition. The CNA role is also an excellent entry point for students interested in advancing their healthcare careers.
Scholarships may be available for students ages 25-54 years of age through the Recompete Grant.
ABOUT THE COURSE
This 4-credit course combines in-person instruction, hands-on lab practice, and 36 hours of supervised clinical experience at a partnering healthcare facility.
Classroom & Lab Learning
Students gain the theory, principles, and skills necessary to provide patient-centered care. Topics include:
Scope of practice
Patient rights and advocacy
Communication and interpersonal skills
Infection control
Safety procedures
Basic nursing skills
Required Textbook:
Hartman’s Nursing Assistant Care: Long-Term Care (5th Edition)
ISBN: 978-1-60425-137-1
Textbooks are issued the first day of class or may be purchased through the CWC Bookstore at www.cwcbookstore.com or by calling 307-426-5536.
Clinical Experience
Students complete 36 hours of direct patient care under instructor supervision. Clinical placements follow healthcare agency requirements and CDC immunization guidelines.
REGISTRATION & SCHEDULE
SESSION 1
Registration Day
August 24 | 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. (by appointment, call or email Cindy Hayford at 307-855-2019 or chayford@cwc.edu)
Location: Frank B. Wise Building, Fort Washakie
Class & Lab Schedule
9 a.m.–12:30 p.m. on the following dates:
September 8, 10, 14, 15, 17, 21, 22, 24, 28, 29, and October 1, 5
Location: Fort Washakie High School
Customer Service & Workforce Readiness Workshop (required)
October 8; 9 – 11 a.m.
Location: Frank B. Wise, Fort Washakie
Clinical Schedule
Westward Heights Care Center in Lander: October 12 & 13; 7 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Location TBD: October 14 & 15; 7 a.m. – 5 p.m.
SESSION 2
Registration Day
October 19 | 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. (by appointment, call or email Cindy Hayford at 307-855-2019 or chayford@cwc.edu)
Location: Frank B. Wise Building, Fort Washakie
Class & Lab Schedule
9 a.m.–12:30 p.m. on the following dates:
November 9, 10, 12, 16, 17, 19, 30, December 1, 3, 7, 8, 10
Customer Service & Workforce Readiness Workshop (required)
December 9; 9 – 11 a.m.
Location: Frank B. Wise, Fort Washakie
Clinical Schedule
Westward Heights Care Center in Lander: December 14 & 15: 7 a.m.-5 p.m.
Location TBD: December 16 & 17: 7 a.m.-5 p.m., May 7: 7a-3p
CLINICAL REQUIREMENTS
The following must be submitted before the clinical start date:
Background check
Drug test
Immunizations:
2-step TB test
Influenza vaccine
COVID-19 vaccine or signed declination
Detailed instructions are provided at the scheduled Registration Day appointment.
QUESTIONS & CONTACT INFORMATION
Program Information
Jerri Prejean
307-855-2346
jprejean@cwc.edu
Instructor Questions
Donna Post, RN
dpost@cwc.edu
Registration Assistance
Cindy Hayford
307-855-2019
chayford@cwc.edu
Instructor CNA