Next Generation Nursing Assistant - Train. Test. Work. (Hybrid) MN North College - Bemidji

#: NGNA TTW ID: Bemidji Section: Public

Description:

Next Generation Nursing Assistant Program
Train, Test, Work (Hybrid)
Candidates interested in this course, must FIRST participate in an online Minnesota State Information Session. This session will further explain the role of a nursing assistant, verify training eligibility requirements, discuss class and employment expectations, and the next steps in the enrollment process.
Please click this link to register for a free INFORMATION SESSION.

Information about the course.
The Next Generation Nursing Assistant course, approved by the Minnesota Department of Health, equips you with essential skills like taking vital signs, providing personal care, and assisting with mobility. This course prepares you for a rewarding career as a nursing assistant or nurse aide in senior care facilities. This course includes employer connections with employers who are hiring now!
(adjust to hybrid/in-person) This hybrid course combines online coursework with in-person lab sessions on (enter name of campus/location) campus and (enter clinical site location –if doing clinicals). Access to the internet and a computer is required. Attendance at all class sessions is mandatory—if you cannot commit to attending every session, please do not enroll in this course.
Upon successful completion, you’ll receive a certificate and be eligible to take the Nursing Assistant Competency Exam, which qualifies you for the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry.
Student Enrollment Options
This course is part of the Next Generation Nursing Assistant – Train, Test, Work initiative. If accepted and eligible, you will receive free training and testing—a $1,615 value—thanks to the State of Minnesota's Next Generation Nursing Assistant Initiative. In return, participants must attend all class sessions and are expected to work as nursing assistants after completing the course.
Individuals not planning on working as a nursing assistant in senior care, currently employed in long-term care, and those needing to take a course only to fulfill an educational pre-requisite will be directed to other training options.
For more details on eligibility and requirements, visit https://www.minnstate.edu/CNAtraintestwork.

Bring to Class:

Class requirements:
The class starts with an in-person orientation on Monday January 22, 2025 | 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm and ends with the final test on March 3, 2025.
Attendance is mandatory for everything listed below. This class requires both in-person and self-paced online components. Access to the internet and a computer is required. Attendance at all class sessions is mandatory — if you cannot commit to attending every session, please do not enroll in this course.

Required In-person Orientation: Monday January 22, 2025 | 3:00 pm -5:00 pm
A government issued photo-bearing non-expired identification is required at In-person Orientation.
Bring a completed copy of this form: Release of Information Authorization Form ( Click on link to print form.
A hair tie is required if your hair falls below your shoulders
Location:
Customized Training Solutions: Northwest Technical College
905 Grant Avenue SE
Bemidji, MN 56601
Room 253

Required ONLINE Coursework
Week 1: Saturday January 25, 2025 |10 am - 12 pm OR Wednesday January 29, 2025 | 6 pm - 8 pm
Week 2: Saturday February 1, 2025 |10 am - 12 pm OR Wednesday February 5, 2025 | 6 pm - 8 pm
Week 3:Saturday February 8, 2025 |10 am - 12 pm OR Wednesday February 12, 2025 | 6 pm - 8 pm
Week 4: Saturday February 15, 2025 |10 am - 12 pm OR Wednesday February 19, 2025 | 6 pm - 8 pm
Week 5: Saturday February 22, 2025 |10 am - 12 pm OR Wednesday February 26, 2025 | 6 pm - 8 pm
Week 6: Saturday March 1, 2025 |10:00 am - 11:30 am OR Sunday March 2, 2025 | 10:00 am - 11:30 am (Wrap up & next steps)

State Exam Prep Due: February 27, 2024
Deadline for all materials: TBD
TMU Completion: March 4, 2025

Required INPERSON Class/Lab/Skills Sessions

Monday, January 28, 2025 | 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tuesday, January 29, 2025 | 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wednesday, January 30, 2025 | 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tuesday, February 4, 2025 | 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wednesday, February 5, 2025 | 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Friday, February 7, 2025 | 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tuesday, February 11, 2025 | 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wednesday, February 12, 2025 | 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thursday, February 13, 2025 | 8:00 am - 12:00 pm

Testing Dates
March 3, 2025 9:00-5:00 pm
April 17, 2025 (Retest) 9:00-5:00 pm

Skills and Testing Location:
Customized Training Solutions: Northwest Technical College
905 Grant Avenue SE
Bemidji, MN 56601
Room 253

Age Req:

16 and up

Day(s):

Varied Schedule

Time:

8:00 AM

Sessions:

Contact Hours:

Cost:

$0.00

Instructor:

Barbara Breeze

Registration Cutoff Date:

Dates & Times:

1/22/2025 3:00PM - 5:00PM

1/28/2025 8:00AM - 12:00PM

1/29/2025 8:00AM - 12:00PM

1/30/2025 8:00AM - 12:00PM

2/4/2025 8:00AM - 12:00PM

2/5/2025 8:00AM - 12:00PM

2/7/2025 8:00AM - 12:00PM

2/11/2025 8:00AM - 12:00PM

2/12/2025 8:00AM - 12:00PM

2/13/2025 8:00AM - 12:00PM