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Caregiver Training Classes
Meets Oregon requirements for
in-home care agencies:
Further training, CE credits:
NA 1 and CNA 2 classes are suspended until further notice
Our office is open from 9 AM - 4 PM Mon. - Fri.
American Healthcare Training's NA 1 and CNA 2 Courses are approved by the Oregon State Board of Nursing
The mission of the training course is to provide the information and skills necessary for Nursing Assistants to provide quality, compassionate health care for clients in a variety of settings.
Karen Eckhardt, RN
Class Instructor
Joyce Sjoberg, RN
Bethany Pasion, LPN
Clinicals Instructor
Shari Steiner, RN
Heidi Tirabasso
Program Director
Free Orientation Sessions Every Week
9101 E. Burnside, Portland OR
(Orientations are upstairs in Sanders Hall)
info_ahtcna.com
Call for Times
(503) 929-3040
What happens at Orientation, and do I have to come?
The Oregon State Board of Nursing requires that all students attend Orientation before signing up for the class. There is no charge for the session. You need to plan to be with us for about one hour. You will be able to ask questions about the program and the school.
If you decide to put off taking a Nurse Assistant 1 course for a time you will not have to attend orientation again as long as you enroll within six months.
Orientations are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Click Here to Sign up for Free Orientation a Session
or Call (503) 929-3040 for details
Nurse Assistant 1
Tuition
NA 1 Class: $1,095
Tuition covers:
Background Check
CPR for Health Professionals
TB Test
Text Books
BP Cuff
Gait Belt
Stethoscope
Photo ID Badge
Additional Costs
The only extra costs you'll have are for your scrubs, shoes, wrist watch and the background check & testing fee paid to the Oregon State Board of Nursing when you take your exam.
The course consists of 80 hours of classroom and skills lab followed by 80 hours hands on clinical training in a care facility. Our fully equipped lab allows students to practice the skills that will be tested in the OSBN certification process.
NA 1 Day
Sept. 19, 2011
October 24, 2011
December 5, 2011
Daytime Class Structure
First 2 Weeks
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Weekdays at AHT Classroom and Lab at 9101 E Burnside, Portland, OR.
Second 2 Weeks
7:00 am - 3:30 pm
(may vary)
Weekdays at Care Facility partnering with AHT.
Evening Class Structure
First 3 Weeks
6:00 pm - 10:30 pm
M-Wed-Th at AHT Classroom and Lab at 9101 E Burnside, Portland, OR.
Second 3 Weeks
Does AHT have evening or weekend classes?
Yes, we have evening classes! At present AHT does not offer weekend classes. Once you take either class and successfully pass the final exam you will be eligible to apply to take the Oregon certification exam.
Does AHT offer a payment plan?
We do not offer a payment plan, but we do accept major credit cards. At orientation you will also hear details about how you might be eligible for tuition reimbursement.
If you are unemployed you may be eligible for a training program through the Employment Dept. Please contact the Employment Dept. for information on how to apply for training funds. The application process can take several weeks.
Will I be a CNA when I successfully complete this course?
Almost! Every graduate will be given all of the necessary forms and information so they can apply to the Oregon State Board of Nursing to take the certification exam. When you pass the OSBN exam they will send you your certificate.
Do you have any other classes available?
Yes! You can continue your training at AHT with our CNA 2 course.
Does this course require a lot of homework?
You will have 1-3 hours of homework every night. If you are an average reader, expect your assignments to take a couple of hours.
Does the school have a dress code?
AHT offers a professional experience from start to finish. Students are required to wear clean, unwrinkled, well-fitting scrubs to class everyday. The scrubs are available at any location of Life Uniforms and other local stores (see our "Resources" page). We suggest that you buy two sets so you will always be prepared. Information about the approved scrubs will be given at Orientation. Further dress code information will also be given at Orientation.
What kind of jobs will I be able to get?
All kinds of doors will open for you once you have your CNA certification. Nursing care facilities, foster homes, assisted living facilities, doctor's offices, hospitals, and home care agencies all rely heavily on CNA's. As you begin a job search you will find that there are employment opportunities outside the normal medical arena as well. For example, some school districts hire CNA's both for office work, as well as for assisting and triaging for school nurses.
What can you tell me about further education or career path opportunities?
Many CNA's take one of two paths--administration or healthcare. Administration consists of care supervisors, planners, food service and operations managers. The healthcare path can lead to CNA 2, Medication Aide, LPN, RN, NP, and on through other high level options.
American Healthcare Training
is on the
Cascade College Campus.
Questions? Drop us a line.
Our Address
9101 E Burnside S212
Portland OR 97216
Our Phone
Our Email
info_AhtCna.com
CNAs are a very valuable part of the medical team. They have serious responsibilities and are required by the Oregon State Board of Nursing to keep their skills and knowledge up to date through continuing education. The OSBN is the only agency that can certify an Oregon Nursing Assistant.
CNAs work under the supervision of licensed nurses in many different settings, including:
Nursing Facilities
Private Homes
Hospice
Hospitals
Doctors Offices
They provide care, and in many cases assist clients with the Activities of Daily Living (ADLs). Their tasks may be associated with:
Personal Care
Mobility
Nutrition and Hydration
Client Safety
Data Gathering
Recording and Reporting
Becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA 1) is the first step toward earning a CNA 2 or Medication Aide certification. It is also a fast way to enter the healthcare field and gain valuable experience before deciding to continue your education in a nursing or medical program.
Reserve a Place in Class
To insure that you will be able to attend the class of your choice you need to submit a deposit of $100.00. The deposit will hold a place for you on our waiting list if your first choice of a class is full. The deposit will be applied to your tuition when you start the class.
If you choose to not take the class the deposit is non-refundable.
If you send us an email letting us know you want to take our class and the date you'd like to start we can hold a place for you until the next buisness day when you can call, or come to our office and pay your deposit.
Phone:
Address:
9101 E. Burnside, Suite S212
Admission Requirements:
TriMet (public transit)
On #20-Burnside Line and
#19-Woodstock Glisan line
1/2 mile from the 102nd &
Burnside Max Station
Uniforms, Etc.
Mention American Healthcare Training for a 15% Discount
Life Uniforms
Mention American Healthcare Training for a discount on your scrubs
Oregon Employment Dept.
Worksource Oregon
Job listings, training oppourtunities
Oregon Board of Nursing
Headmaster Testing
administrators of Oregon CNA 1 testing
Northwest Senior Management
In Home Care Agency
Oregon State Hospital
Job Listing
Orientation Materials Rev 09-2010.pdf
Video Describing Nurse
Assistant Duties
Holgate Friendship Health Center
Student Handbook Rev. 09-2010.pdf
National Network of Career Nursing Assistants
LIst of ESL Classes
OSBN Nurse Assistant Handbook
A page of links to nursing career information
What do Nurse Assistants Earn?
According to the Occupational Information Center nursing aides in Multnomah and Washington Counties earned between $10.60 and $18.55 per hour in 2010. The average wage being $14.21 per hour.
Current ads (December 7, 2010) on Craig's List for the Portland area are offering an average of $10.25 to $10.50 per hour for newly hired CNAs.
The web site Payscale.com lists the average Oregon CNA wage as $11.59 per hour.
CAREGIVER TRAINING CLASSES
American Healthcare Training offers classes designed especially for caregivers. Our courses build skills and increase confidence for family and/or private caregivers as well as in-home agency caregivers.
Cost: $50/person
Please call 503-929-3040 or email us class dates and to register.
Further training:
A certificate for CE hours will be given to participants who successfully complete each course.
Other classes are being developed; if you dont see the class you need please ask.
Please call 503-929-3040 for schedules and discounts for groups.
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