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How will the training be conducted?
I've researched on how training will be conducted on Certified Nursing Assistant and I read different accounts. I know that training can be practiced on dummies but is live presentation also done #nursing #nurse #healthcare ?
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Mary Jane’s Answer
Hi Josefina! This is a great question to ask any CNA program that you are thinking of paying to attend! Some of this will be determined by state regulations for how training is to be conducted. Typically, training will consist of 3 different components: classroom instruction, laboratory experiences, and on-site clinical training. My state has very strict rules about how many hours you must receive for each of these components in order to sit for the CNA exam.
Typically, the lab instruction will be working with classmates -- for example practicing how to take blood pressure or transfer someone from a bed to a wheelchair.
Clinical training normally takes place within a care facility -- a nursing home or a hospital, for example. During clinicals, you'll be working with patients and residents under supervision to put your skills into practice and you'll get feedback from your supervisor for improvement. My state's certification exam includes both a computer-based knowledge exam and a hands-on clinical skills exam where an examiner has you do a sequence of skills on a "patient" within a certain time. You are graded on how well and safely you do the skills within the time allowed.
Having said all that, the COVID-19 pandemic has created a massive shortage of CNAs and other frontline health workers. I know in some states they are doing all the CNA training on the job so depending on where you are located and who is offering your training, it may look somewhat different from what I've described (for example, maybe your "lab" training is hands-on with actual patients while a supervising nurse/CNA teaches you how to do the skill). The program that is doing the training should definitely be able to explain to you the various components of training and the settings where you'll be learning so don't be afraid to ask them before you commit to paying for a training! Good luck!
Typically, the lab instruction will be working with classmates -- for example practicing how to take blood pressure or transfer someone from a bed to a wheelchair.
Clinical training normally takes place within a care facility -- a nursing home or a hospital, for example. During clinicals, you'll be working with patients and residents under supervision to put your skills into practice and you'll get feedback from your supervisor for improvement. My state's certification exam includes both a computer-based knowledge exam and a hands-on clinical skills exam where an examiner has you do a sequence of skills on a "patient" within a certain time. You are graded on how well and safely you do the skills within the time allowed.
Having said all that, the COVID-19 pandemic has created a massive shortage of CNAs and other frontline health workers. I know in some states they are doing all the CNA training on the job so depending on where you are located and who is offering your training, it may look somewhat different from what I've described (for example, maybe your "lab" training is hands-on with actual patients while a supervising nurse/CNA teaches you how to do the skill). The program that is doing the training should definitely be able to explain to you the various components of training and the settings where you'll be learning so don't be afraid to ask them before you commit to paying for a training! Good luck!
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Cinthya’s Answer
Josefina,
Almost all Ca medical programs have a combo of textbook knowledge, skills lab with the dummy and then the live hands on clinical experience. License test are usually all computer based. But when you are looking at different programs in your area this is something to ask. How much time is spect on each area, and what kinda of support they offer like tutoring or extra lab time. Make sure you get all of your questions and doubts cleared up, after all it will be your education you will be paying for. Best of luck.
Almost all Ca medical programs have a combo of textbook knowledge, skills lab with the dummy and then the live hands on clinical experience. License test are usually all computer based. But when you are looking at different programs in your area this is something to ask. How much time is spect on each area, and what kinda of support they offer like tutoring or extra lab time. Make sure you get all of your questions and doubts cleared up, after all it will be your education you will be paying for. Best of luck.