3 Free CNA Training Programs in Vermont - Full Tuition Waiver
The University of Vermont Health Network (UVMHN) Programs Offered:LNA Pathway Program Location:Burlington, VT (University of Vermont Medical Center); Berlin, VT (Central Vermont Medical Center); Colchester, VT (Home Health and Hospice); Middlebury, VT (Porter Medical Center); Hannaford Career Center in Middlebury, VT; Center for Technology in Essex. Rating:
Financial Structure: Participants are employed as LNA-in-Training and earn a full-time salary while studying to complete the course and receive licensure. The program enables employees to earn wages and benefits with full tuition support or at no out-of-pocket cost.
Program Duration & Format: Not specified for the LNA Pathway specifically, but the LNA to RN Pathway (a related program) mentions a comprehensive nursing curriculum.
Curriculum & Skills: Not explicitly detailed for the LNA Pathway, but generally prepares individuals for LNA licensure.
Clinical Experience: Participants serve under the supervision of a licensed nurse and provide indirect nursing care and emotional support for patients and families. Upon graduation, they gain firsthand experience working alongside veteran care providers.
Employment Pathway: Upon successful completion, participants transition to an LNA role. After a year of experience, they are eligible to advance to LNA II and pursue additional training opportunities. The program is designed to fill open positions at UVMMC and other assisted living/long-term care facilities.
Employee Benefits: Employees within UVMHN enjoy wages and benefits.
Target Audience/Application: Designed for individuals interested in becoming LNAs and joining the UVM Health Network. Applications are open, and interested individuals should apply via job links provided on the program page.
Partnerships: The LNA to RN Pathway program is offered in partnership with Community College of Vermont and Vermont State University.
Elderwood Programs Offered:Nurse Aide Training Location:Burlington, VT (Elderwood at Burlington). The general careers page implies training is offered at various Elderwood skilled nursing facilities. Rating:
Financial Structure: Elderwood states it "offers education and FREE training for individuals wishing to become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)."
Program Duration & Format: A "3 week training course that involves classroom work, facility orientation and hands-on instruction."
Curriculum & Skills: Focuses on providing care to meet the physical and emotional needs of residents.
Clinical Experience: Hands-on instruction is part of the training.
Employment Pathway: Implied that training leads to employment within Elderwood facilities. Nursing Assistant Trainee team members participate in the program and complete certification within 120 days of training start date.
Employee Benefits: For employees, benefits include shift differentials, tuition assistance for further nursing aspirations, ferry reimbursement, gas allowance stipend, referral bonuses, 401K with employer matching, free uniforms, full health benefits, and weekly pay.
Target Audience/Application: Individuals wishing to become a CNA.
Financial Structure: The LNA class is free, contingent on the student remaining an LNA at one of Suncrest's facilities for at least one year after receiving their LNA license.
Program Duration & Format: Approximately 5 weeks.
Curriculum & Skills: Involves class assignments, clinical trainings, and preparation for the state licensure test. Focuses on person-centered direct care, including bathing, dressing, positioning, toileting, transferring, incontinence care, hair, nail, and mouth care.
Clinical Experience: Clinical trainings are part of the program.
Employment Pathway: After successful completion of the course and receiving LNA license, a job at one of their facilities is guaranteed. Requires a commitment of at least one year of employment.
Employee Benefits: Offers competitive pay and benefits, including a shift differential for working evening/night shifts.
Target Audience/Application: Seeking "exceptional caring individuals" interested in a career change. Must pass criminal and abuse background checks and a functional capacity examination.
