This program prepares students for a career as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in long-term care facilities. In as little as 4 weeks, you can gain the skills needed to begin a rewarding healthcare profession. The curriculum includes 120 hours of in-person instruction with hands-on clinical experience and real-world patient care. Upon successful completion, graduates are eligible to take the CNA exam without a skills exam.
Graduates are prepared for entry-level positions in long-term care facilities.
Program details can be found in the official catalog.
Scholarships are available for partial reimbursement of CNA requirements. Financial aid application is encouraged.
The CNA program at St. Johns River State College can be completed in as little as 4 weeks, comprising 120 hours of in-person instruction.
The application deadline for the Palatka campus is April 30, and for the Orange Park campus, it is August 15. You must apply directly to SJR State and select the Nursing Assistant program.
Yes, CNA Program Scholarships are available for partial reimbursement of requirements. The scholarship application period is from October 1 to June 1, with priority review for applications submitted by April 1.
Graduates are prepared for entry-level positions such as Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Nurse Aide, and Orderly in long-term care facilities. Successful completion also makes graduates eligible to take the CNA exam without a skills exam.