For many, this training will be low to no cost, leading to an in-demand career in healthcare.
Virginia Western Community College and Total Action for Progress (TAP) are pleased to announce an opportunity for aspiring healthcare professionals in Roanoke with a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) training program at the Roanoke Higher Education Center. The five-and-a-half-week course combines traditional classroom learning with hands-on clinical training to prepare participants to start working as a CNA as soon as they earn their credential.
“We are excited to partner with Virginia Western Community College to help address the critical shortage of CNAs. This program is a great way to launch your healthcare career with potentially little to no cost,” said Spring Abney, RN program coordinator for TAP.
Certified Nurse Aides work as part of a healthcare team to provide consistent and compassionate care to patients, including: collecting, recording and reporting vital signs; assisting patients with daily activities; answering call lights; communicating methods of care to patients; meeting the needs of each individual patient; and ensuring proper communication between patients and their care team.
TAP has a long history of offering CNA training in the Roanoke region. Its established program exceeds state requirements, providing 143-150 hours of course curriculum approved by the State Board of Nursing…