The Pathway to CNA program is an integrated education and training program that combines industry focused language instruction with industry-specific workforce training. English language learners with advanced English proficiency (Level 5+), participate in English language instruction for English language skills needed to perform the duties of a CNA while concurrently attending the CNA technical training at NJC in the Nursing program. Through this joint partnership, English language learners develop English language skills for CNA, obtain technical training to prepare for pursuing a career as a CNA and for passing the state exam, and participate in on the job training through clinicals in a health care facility.
Nurse Aides are the first line of direct care to many patients. Providing for the personal care of bathing, dressing, feeding, assisting with moving and positioning of patients, nurse aides are in high demand in hospitals, long-term care facilities and home care agencies.
This is a great way for those with the heart to serve others gain income and experience working in a medical or direct care facility. For those considering entering the nursing field as a career, working as a nurse aide will help to develop good bedside care and begin introduction to the field of nursing.
Pathway to CNA Program Requirements
English Language Acquisition (ELA) for CNA
This course is designed to assist students whose first language is not English move through the intensive CNA program at NJC. Students will receive instruction in reading, writing, listening, and speaking in the English language for a career as a CNA. By the conclusion of the ELA portion of the program students will be able to understand the terminology in English needed to function as a professional CNA, and communicate in English with patients, coworkers, supervisors and other personnel to safely perform their duties as a CNA. Noncredit Course NUA1001 Nurse Aide Health Care Skills
Prepares the student to perform the fundamental skills of the nurse aide. Basic nursing skills, communication skills, restorative services, personal care skills, safety, and emergency care issues are covered. Includes knowledge and/or principles of asepsis, OSHA, and HIPAA regulations. Ethical behaviors, cultural sensitivity, and principles of mental health will be addressed as well as patient-resident rights. (4-0) 4 Credits.NUA1002
Helps prepare the student for the National Nurse Aide Assessment Program (NNAAP) examination. (0-0.5) 0.5 CreditsNUA1070
Applies knowledge gained from
NUA1001 (NUA101) to patient care. Prerequisite: Satisfactory progress in
NUA1001. (0-1)
1 Credit
Northeastern offers the nurses aide program in both extended and accelerated format. For specific dates on the offered courses please contact the Northeastern nursing program.
Apply to the Pathway to CNA Program
Care Forward Colorado - CNA Scholarship
