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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Wadena
#: HLC349    ID: WAD    Section: 07.28.25
Description:

This 75-hour Nursing Assistant course introduces students to basic human needs and how to support residents with daily living activities. Approved by the Minnesota Department of Health, the course focuses on essential nursing skills delivered through lectures, textbooks, handouts, demonstrations, and hands-on practice.

Students will develop skills in both a supervised lab setting and a clinical environment, preparing them for entry-level employment as a Nursing Assistant.

  • Total Hours: 59 hours of classroom instruction and 16 hours of clinical experience

  • Prerequisite: None

  • Minimum Age: 15 years old to take the course; 16 years old to work as a Nursing Assistant


Attendance Requirements:
Students are expected to attend 100% of all classroom, skills lab, and clinical sessions. If you have questions about attendance, please contact your instructor directly.


Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations must be made at least five full business days prior to the course start date to receive a refund. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made with less than five business days’ notice.

Due to limited class space, please inform our office as soon as possible if you decide not to attend.


Course Cancellation Disclaimer:
This course may be canceled due to low enrollment or unexpected instructor emergencies. In such cases, you will be notified promptly and issued a full refund.

For questions or to check enrollment status, contact:
BreAnna Tracy
Email: breanna.tracy@minnesota.edu

Bring to Class:

Class Location:
M State – Wadena Campus
405 Colfax Ave SW
Wadena, MN
Room: S3
Wadena Campus Map

Clinical Location:
Fair Oaks Lodge, Wadena, MN

Clinical Requirements:

  • Mantoux/TB Skin Test: Must be completed within 90 days prior to clinical. All costs are the responsibility of the student, facility, or employer.

  • DHS Background Study: M State covers the $44 fee to initiate the background study. Students are responsible for the $10.50 fingerprinting fee if required.

  • COVID-19 & Flu Vaccination: Not required, but vaccination status must be reported to the nursing home before clinicals.

Questions or Concerns?
Contact: BreAnna Tracy, Administrative Assistant
Email: breanna.tracy@minnesota.edu

Day(s):
Varied Schedule
Time:
8:00 AM
Sessions:
9
Contact Hours:
75
Cost:
$700.00
Instructor:
Corin Moore
Registration Cutoff Date:
Dates & Times:
7/28/2025   8:00AM - 5:00PM
7/29/2025   8:00AM - 5:00PM
8/4/2025   8:00AM - 5:00PM
8/5/2025   8:00AM - 5:00PM
8/11/2025   8:00AM - 5:00PM
8/12/2025   8:00AM - 5:00PM
8/19/2025   8:00AM - 5:00PM
8/25/2025   7:00AM - 4:30PM
8/26/2025   7:00AM - 4:30PM