Unlock your nursing career potential with Nurzee Academy! Our comprehensive course is designed to empower aspiring CNAs like you with the latest knowledge and skills needed to jumpstart your journey in the healthcare field. Our course is thoughtfully structured into 11 engaging units, each meticulously crafted to provide you with the most up-to-date content. Throughout your learning experience, you'll find practice questions in every unit, strategically placed to enhance your preparation for the board exams. We hold our students to a high standard of excellence. To ensure your success, we require a minimum score of 90% in each unit before progressing to the next. This commitment to mastery ensures that you are well-equipped to excel in your CNA career and provide the best care to those in need. Join Nurzee Academy today and take the first step towards a rewarding and fulfilling nursing career!

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• Education: Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED equivalent. If you are still in high school, you may be eligible to apply with permission from your school counselor.
• Age Requirement: Applicants must be at least 18 years old at the time of program enrollment.
• Criminal Background Check: All applicants are required to undergo a criminal background check. Certain convictions may disqualify candidates from participation in clinical training.
• Health Screening: Proof of immunizations and a negative tuberculosis (TB) test result are mandatory to ensure the safety of patients and fellow students. Evidence of good physical health may also be requested.
• English Language Proficiency: Proficiency in English is essential for effective communication with patients and the healthcare team. Applicants may be required to demonstrate English language skills.
• Application and Enrollment Fee: There is an application fee to apply for the CNA program. Upon acceptance, students will be required to pay the enrollment fee.
• Commitment to Clinical Training: Successful applicants must commit to attending all clinical and practical training sessions, which may include off-campus assignments at healthcare facilities.
• Proof of Citizenship or Eligibility to Work: Applicants must provide proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility to work in the United States.

• Fundamental Nursing Skills: Teach students the basic nursing skills required for patient care, such as measuring vital signs (e.g., blood pressure, pulse, temperature), bathing, dressing, and feeding patients.
• Infection Control: Educate students on infection prevention techniques, including hand hygiene, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and proper disposal of contaminated materials.
• Communication Skills: Develop effective communication skills to interact with patients, families, and the healthcare team, including active listening, empathy, and clear documentation.
• Patient Rights and Ethics: Explain the ethical and legal aspects of healthcare, including patient confidentiality, informed consent, and respecting patients' rights and choices.
• Safety Procedures: Teach students how to maintain a safe environment for patients and themselves, including techniques for preventing falls and accidents.
• Medical Terminology: Familiarize students with medical terminology and abbreviations commonly used in healthcare settings.
• CPR and First Aid: Provide training in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and basic first aid to respond to medical emergencies.
• Nutrition and Hydration: Educate students on proper nutrition, hydration, and assisting with dietary needs for patients, including those with specific dietary restrictions.
• Mobility and Ambulation: Train students in assisting patients with mobility, transferring, and ambulation, including the use of assistive devices.
• Mental Health and Psychosocial Care: Address the psychosocial needs of patients, including communication with patients experiencing mental health issues and providing emotional support.
• Aging Process and Geriatric Care: Provide an understanding of the aging process and how to care for elderly patients, including issues related to dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
• Specialized Care: Introduce students to the unique needs of patients in long-term care facilities, rehabilitation centers, and home healthcare settings.
• Documentation: Teach students how to accurately and comprehensively document patient information and care activities.
• Teamwork and Collaboration: Foster the ability to work as part of a healthcare team, including effective communication with nurses, doctors, and other healthcare professionals.
• Ethical and Professional Behavior: Emphasize the importance of maintaining professionalism, respect, and integrity while providing care to patients.
• State Regulations and Licensing: Ensure students are knowledgeable about the specific CNA licensing requirements and regulations in the state of Minnesota.
• Clinical Skills and Practicum: Provide hands-on clinical experience in healthcare settings to apply the knowledge and skills learned in the classroom.
• Preparation for State Certification Exam: Prepare students for the Minnesota Nurse Aide Competency Exam (NACE) or other relevant certification exams required to become a licensed CNA in the state.