McHenry County College will offer a new Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training opportunity specifically for English as a Second Language (ESL) learners beginning this fall.
This is a non-credit pre-CNA class offered simultaneously with the accredited CNA course.
Those whose native language is not English and are interested in learning more about this CNA course may attend one of five Pre-CNA Information Sessions offered from 9-11 a.m. on June 1, June 10, June 15, June 22 and June 29. All of the sessions will be held at MCC in Room B166-167, except the June 29 session will take place in Room B168-169.
This program is a joint effort between MCC’s Continuing and Professional Education, Adult Education, and Nursing Departments and is made possible through the Flexible and Sustainable Training (F.A.S.T.) grant awarded to MCC from the U.S. Department of Labor.
The program will include a non-credit pre-CNA course offered simultaneously with the accredited CNA course. The pre-CNA course is designed to provide additional instruction to ESL learners who are taking the accredited CNA course. The course will cover medical terminology and other basic skills needed by ESL learners. A maximum of 20 students will be accepted into the program, with all course fees and books covered by the grant. Students will be selected on a first-come, first-serve basis after students meet all prerequisites.
At each information session, course content, career information and prerequisites will be explained. All nurse assistant students must provide proof of a valid social security number, along with other requirements which will be covered at the June sessions.
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) work under the direct supervision of an LPN or RN, providing much of the hands-on care of patients. CNA employment options include long-term care facilities, hospitals, clinics and other healthcare settings.
For more information, or to register for one of the June information sessions, contact Monica DiVerde, F.A.S.T. Initiative Assistant at MCC, at (815) 455-8718 or e-mail her at mdiverde@mchenry.edu.
2 comments:
I think this is a great idea! Helping students improve their English is vital for becoming a CNA as bed side manner is what keeps patients spirits high. Although the program is non-credit I think the advantages of being able to communicate better will be worthwhile
Yes, i do agree with you the better communication specially with the patient is very much important for a nursing staff. The patient want to talk freely with the nurse so you have to take care of this in front of the patient.
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