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CNA Scholarship Deadlines
Following are the final dates to submit an application for the corresponding sessions.
January Session
December 4
April Session
March 15
July Session
June 5
October Session
September 4
CNA Quick Facts
CEI Program Length
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11 weeks
Earning Potential
- $26k - $38k
Benefits
- Provide important care for patients and complete nursing prerequisites.
Employment Options
- Hospitals
- Doctor offices
- Assisted living facilities
- Long-term care facilities
- Home health companies
About the CNA Program
IHI instructors teach the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) course, in coordination with CEI.
The course is designed to help students quickly start their careers in healthcare. Students in the course are offered hands-on, clinical experience inside local hospitals to get a real sense of the job.
As a CNA, you can work in a variety of settings, from doctor offices to hospitals, and help provide basic care for patients, including assisting with daily activities and relaying information to a care team.
Holding CNA certification also allows individuals to apply for IHI scholarships in connection to LPN and RN programs offered by CEI.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
The CNA program from CEI provides hands-on training designed to help you learn the basics of patient care. You'll learn safety and cleanliness, vital signs, transporting patients, medical terminology, and communication skills.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
You’ll support patients’ needs by working alongside doctors and nurses. You will help take vital signs, help bathe patients, monitor their conditions and help patients with eating, going to the bathroom, and other daily needs.
Step
1
Apply for an Idaho Healthcare Institute Scholarship
If money is holding you back from starting a career in healthcare, apply for one of our scholarships.
Step
2
Apply to the College of Eastern Idaho CNA Program
Submit your application for the 120-hour certified nursing assistant (CNA) program.
Step
3
Start the CNA Program
Begin the CNA program, which includes hands-on work, classroom instruction, and clinical hospital experience.
Step
4
Pass State Exams
Within six months of CNA program completion, pass your state skills and written exams to become CNA credentialed.
Step
5
Start Work
Begin work as a CNA! The IHI team offers support to help prepare individuals for employment.
