Certified Nursing Assistant

Farmingdale State College’s Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Career Training Program, offered in collaboration with the Office for Pre-Health Professions Advisement (PHPA) and the Long Island Educational Opportunity Center (LIEOC), prepares individuals to enter the healthcare workforce with the skills, confidence, and professional readiness required for today’s patient care environments.

Designed as a workforce-focused, hands-on training experience, this program blends foundational healthcare knowledge with applied clinical practice to prepare participants for entry-level roles in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and home health settings.

Participants develop both the technical competencies and human-centered care skills essential to delivering safe, compassionate, and effective patient support.

CAREER READINESS & OUTCOMES

Beyond technical training, the program includes guided support in:

• Resume development and interview preparation
• Job search strategies within the healthcare sector
• Understanding career pathways in allied health

Graduates are prepared to enter the workforce as competent, compassionate healthcare professionals with immediate employability across multiple care settings.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Ability to meet clinical and health clearance requirements.

Why Choose Farmingdale State College PaCE?

• Delivered in collaboration with Pre-Health and LIEOC, strengthening academic and workforce pathways
• Workforce-aligned curriculum designed with employer needs in mind
• Hands-on, applied training—not just theory
• Industry-recognized certifications embedded in the program
• Clear pathway from training to employment

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COURSE INFORMATION

CNA Program Schedule

The CNA program begins on Tuesday, July 7 and runs for 8 weeks. Classes will meet in person for classroom/lab instruction, followed by an off-campus clinical experience during Week 8.

Week 1: July 7, 8 & 9
12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Week 2: July 14, 15 & 16
12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
July 18: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Week 3: July 21, 22 & 23
12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Week 4: July 28, 29 & 30
12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
August 1: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Week 5: August 4, 5 & 6
12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Week 6: August 11, 12 & 13
12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
August 15: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Week 7: August 18, 19 & 20
12:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
August 22: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Week 8: August 24 – August 28
Off-Campus Clinical Facilitation — 30 clinical hours

Students must be available for all scheduled class, lab, and clinical dates. Students are required to attend at least 90% of scheduled class and lab sessions to be eligible to participate in the clinical portion of the program.

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Program Cost and Additional Expenses
The CNA program cost is $2,250 and includes classroom instruction, skills lab instruction, clinical facilitation, instructional materials, lab supplies, exam preparation, and a certificate of completion. Students may be responsible for additional costs, including but not limited to uniforms/scrubs, clinical shoes, CPR/BLS certification, physical exam, TB testing, immunization records, background check, drug screening, state certification exam fees, and transportation to the clinical site. Additional clinical site requirements may apply.

Payment Plan Option
A payment plan is available for students enrolling in the CNA program, but it is only available for students who register by June 12. The first payment is due at the time of registration to reserve your seat. The second payment is due by June 12, and the third and final payment is due by July 3. After June 12, the payment plan option will no longer be available, and students must pay the full remaining program balance at the time of registration.

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$47,390

Median Annual Salary¹

85,310

Nursing Assistants Employed in New York¹

211,800

Projected Job Openings Each Year²

1 - Wage Depth 2 - National Healthcare Association