Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Program
Welcome to Mission Trails Regional Occupational Program (ROP) Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Program
CNA Course Description:
This course consists of 60 hours of theory and 100 hours of clinical training in long term facilities. Both aspects of the program incorporate the Omnibus Reconciliation Act of 1987 guidelines for nursing assistant education as well as the most current module requirements of the California Department of Health Services. The course focuses on sage and effective functioning when providing nursing care, and when working in other healthcare settings. Emphasis is placed on nursing assistant skills and functions and the psychosocial approach to care. Throughout the course, caring, understanding, respect for the individual, personal choice, and dignity of person are attitudes that are conveyed to the nursing assistant.
The CNA training program at Mission Trails ROP meets all the requirements and state guidelines for the Public Health Department to be a Certified Nurse Assistant Training Program. For more information on the certification, click HERE
Course Goal:
To prepare the student to successfully pass the California Nurse Assistant Competency Examination and be able to obtain employment in any of the following: acute care hospitals, long-term care facilities, rehabilitation facilities, board-care homes, home health agencies, public health clinics and doctors’ offices.
This course prepares student CNAs to work collaboratively with inter-disciplinary teams which include nurses, lab technicians, maintenance workers, housekeepers, social workers, physical & occupational therapists and patient’s family members.
(Cost of the State examination fee is not included in the course fee.)
Total Course Enrollment Fee:
$1,200.00 (includes textbook, workbook and background check)
We collaborate with federal agencies to support students with financial needs.
Spring 2025
Certified Nursing Assistant Program
To view the Assessment Calendar & Sign up (CLICK HERE)
Must be 18 years old to sign up for the assessment
ALL ASSESSMENTS ARE HELD AT THE ROP CAMPUS IN RM.11
To view the Orientation Calendar & Sign up (CLICK HERE)
Registration is on a first-come-first-served basis and only for those who
complete the required documents. No appointments accepted.
11/22 & 12/6 10:00am - 2:00pm ROP Campus, Room 11
Schedule:
Session 1
Tuesdays & Thursdays Clinical: Tues. 7:30am -1:30pm Theory: Thurs. 10:00am - 2:00pm |
Session 2
Tuesdays & Thursdays Clinical: Thurs. 7:30am -1:30pm Theory: Tues.10:00am -2:00pm |
Session 3 Mondays & Wednesdays Clinical: Mon. 7:30am -1:30pm Theory: Weds.10:00am - 2:00pm |
Session 4 Mondays & Wednesdays Clinical: Weds. 7:30am -1:30pm Theory: Mon. 10:00am - 2:00pm |
session click the desired
date and time, complete the
questionnaire, then submit.
Refer to list on the ROP
Webpage using the link below
CNA Prog Additional Costs
Relay available. Dial 711 to be
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communications assistant.
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Staff Contacts:
Rachel M. Failano, RN
CNA Program Director
CNA Theory Instructor
(831) 753-4209 ext. 1223
rachel.failano@salinasuhsd.org |
Brenda Bower, LVN
CNA Clinical Instructor
(831) 753-4209 ext. 1224
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Cara Gomez
Typist Clerk III
(831) 753-4209 ext. 1203 |
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