Red Cross CNA Classes
One of the most recognized CNA training programs in the United States is administered by the Red Cross. The American Red Cross CNA training classes are available throughout the US and are one of the most highly sought and respected training programs. As of June 2009, there are over 30 Red Cross chapters that provide CNA training programs, ranging from four- 11 weeks depending on which course you sign up for.
In order to pass the Red Cross CNA training class, you will be required to fully participate in both the formal classroom portion of the course, as well as the clinical portion (where you will be assisting licensed RN’s in a real world hands on environment).
After you have completed the course and prepared for the state licensing test the last step is to sit for the proctored state licensing board exam. The examination has two sections, a written portion and a skills test. You can complete the entire exam in one day and takes approximately five hours and 30 minutes. The participant must successfully pass the Skills Test before taking the Written Test. The applicant will receive their test results on the same day of testing and know whether they passed or need to study and retake the certification exam again. After having successfully completed the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) exam, you will receive your license number and records in the mail.
The following are minimum requirements for all Red Cross C.N.A. participants:
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Cannot have any felony convictions within the last 7 years
- Must be free of all communicable diseases
- Cannot be pregnant
*Only in the event that your TB screening and/or background check does not clear, you will be able to receive a refund of your payment less the $35 screening fee. Once you have registered, the $35 screening fee is non-refundable.
While enrolled in the program, all participants must:
- Arrive on time, attentive and prepared for the days lesson.
- Attend all classes, only 6 missed hours permitted, all missed hours must be made up
- Pass final test with score of 80% or higher.
Please note that you will be responsible for transportation to both the classroom and clinical site.
Wear comfortable clothing. (Some classes involve kneeling and lying on the floor.)