Nurse Aide (CNA) Course
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CNA SKILLS TEST DATES AT AGAPE IN CADILLAC
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CNA Class Schedule
Nurse Aide upcoming course dates.
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June 05-16, 2023 (Day) -Traverse City
June 05-August 09, 2023 (**summer evening**) -Cadillac
June 19-30, 2023 (Day) -Cadillac
July 10-21, 2023 (Day) -Traverse City
July 24-August 4, 2023 (Day) -Cadillac
August 7-18, 2023 (Day) -Harbor Springs
September 6-November 20, 2023 (**fall evening**) -Big Rapids Meceola Tech
September 18-29, 2023 (Day) –Traverse City
October 16-27, 2023 (Day) –Cadillac
November 20-December 1, 2023 (Day) -Traverse City
December 18-29, 2023 (Day) -Cadillac
January 08-March 20, 2024 (**winter evening**) -Big Rapids Meceola Tech
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Course Description
This course provides all necessary training in class, lab, and clinical settings to prepare students to work in the healthcare field as a CNA in Michigan. Once students successfully pass this course they are eligible to take their MI State CNA exam through Headmaster.
Job Outlook
We notify students of job postings and can help find openings in their local area once they complete their CNA course. Common places to work as a CNA are:
– Hospitals
– Nursing Homes
– Home Care Agencies
– Medical Transportation
– Dr.’s Offices
Scholarships/Sponsorships
1) Accelerate The Cure (ATC) CNA Scholarships
A good group of people in our community want to support individuals pursuing to become a CNA so they’ve setup a scholarship fund. If accepted, a students tuition is covered as well as additional funds for the student to help cover their time off of work. Are you ready to be the next difference maker? Application available here:
Apply for ATC CNA Scholarship Here
2) MI Works Sponsorship Funding Option
For tuition funding eligibility screening or questions, please contact a Career Facilitator at your nearest Northwest Michigan Works Center. Visit their website www.nwmichworks.org to find a MI Works Center near you! Feel free to contact Agape’s office for assistance if needed.
3) EMPLOYER CNA Scholarships
Training and a job? Yes, we have partnered with several facilities that provide scholarships to Agape’s CNA program for eligible candidates willing to work for them for at least 1 year. Facility interview and approval required. Simply choose your preferred employer when you fill out your application form to enroll and we will get you started.
Choose from these current facilities:
– Altercare (Big Rapids)
– Autumnwood (McBain)
(now hiring * info here)
– Bay Bluffs (Harbor Springs)
(now hiring * apply here)
– Boulder Park Terrace (Charlevoix)
– Culver Meadows (Traverse City)
(now hiring * apply here)
– Grand Oaks Nursing Center (Baldwin)
– Grandvue Medical Facility (East Jordan)
(now hiring * apply here)
– Helen Newberry Joy Healthcare (Newberry)
– Kalkaska Memorial Health Center (Kalkaska)
(now hiring * apply here)
– King Nursing & Rehabilitation (Houghton Lake)
– Manistee Medical Care Facility
– Maple Valley Nursing Home (Maple City)
– Maples Benzie Medical Care Facility (Frankfort)
(now hiring * apply here)
– McReynolds Hall (Gaylord)
(now hiring * apply here)
– Medilodge of Gaylord
– Medilodge of GTC (Grand Traverse County)
(now hiring * apply here)
– Medilodge of Leelanau
– Medilodge of Ludington
(now hiring * apply here)
– Medilodge of Traverse City
(now hiring * apply here)
– Oakview Medical Care Facility (Ludington)
(now hiring * apply here)
– Orchard Creek Senior Living (Traverse City)
– Oswego Memorial (Gaylord)
– PACE North Senior Living (Traverse City)
(now hiring * apply here)
– Paul Oliver Long Term Care (Frankfort)
– Samaritas Senior Living (Cadillac)
(now hiring * apply here)
– Samaritas Senior Living (Traverse City)
(now hiring * apply here)
– Spectrum Health Nursing Center (Reed City)
(now hiring * apply here)
– Villa at The Bay (Petoskey)
(now hiring * apply here)
– Villa at Traverse Point (Traverse City)
(now hiring * apply here)
– Villa at West Branch
(now hiring * apply here)
– Villa HealthCare Michigan
(now hiring * apply here)
4) STEVE EASTWAY Memorial CNA Scholarship
(coming soon)
Provided through the Steve Eastway Memorial Fund for CNA students who have the desire to care for people with Agape love.
5) HELEN & HARVEY Pell Fund For Education
Provided through the Cadillac Area foundation this scholarship is available to students residing in the Wexford-Missaukee ISD district. With the link below find additional info and submit application to the CACF.
Cadillac Area Foundation Scholarships
Certification
Michigan CNA State Exam
The Michigan CNA Program is outlined by Headmaster. Check here for the MI CNA state available exam dates & location & other information.
Headmaster Michigan CNA State Test Dates
Headmaster Michigan CNA Handbook
To be eligible to test with Headmaster you need to successfully complete a Nurse Aide course licensed with MI State such as Agape’s CNA program.
Cost of the exam is separate from tuition costs. Information is provided during your course on the State exam.
HEADMASTER CNA EXAM REVIEW
Need a refresher before you test?
Have your HeadMaster test scheduled?
Nervous about taking your exam?
Take a 1 hour skills review session 1-on-1
with one of our experienced CNA Instructor.
Available in Traverse City and Cadillac locations.
Best time to schedule your review session
is 1-2 weeks before your HeadMaster exam.
Cost is $50/hr to get you prepped and ready.
No need to be nervous you’ll do great!
CNA Course Tuition
Course Cost
– $49 Application
– $950 Tuition
Payment Options:
-Credit Card
-PayPal
-PayPal Credit
-Scholarship/Sponsorship
-Cash / Check
Supplies
Supplies provided during training:
-Textbook /Handouts
-Skills Competency Book
-Gait belt
-Stethoscope
-BP Cuff (Sphygmomanometer)
Students receive 1 Agape scrub top to keep.
All supplies are available for purchase, they are not required to be bought.
Students should bring to class:
notebook, pen, highlighter
Requirements
To be eligible to take Agape’s CNA course students need to be able to lift up to 75 lbs, read, write, and be available for all scheduled class dates. Our admissions coordinator will walk you through the simple enrollment process which includes submitting some documentation for identity verification.
Courses offered monthly. Contact us to let us know you would like us to keep you posted on future dates.
CONTACT US for any questions.