Certified Nursing Aid

The Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) course is designed for the person seeking work as an entry level nurse under the direct supervision of a licensed practical nurse or registered nurse. The course provides the foundation for further education as a Home Health Aide, Certified Medication Aide, Practical Nurse, or Surgical Technician. Nurse Aides may work in a long-term care facility, hospital, doctor's office, or other health care areas.

Certified-Nursing-Aid-ImageThe CNA course introduces the student to basic concepts of aging as well as basic nursing skills related to the care of the elderly. Student participation in hands on experience in a clinical setting is an integral part of the course. Upon completion of the course students are eligible to become a Certificate Nurse Aide after passing the Kansas Department of Health and Environment exam.

This is a part-time course and is a prerequisite for Practical Nursing and is recommended as a prerequisite for Surgical Technology.

High school juniors and seniors as well as postsecondary students are eligible to applyHome Health Aide

Home Health Aide

The Home Health Aide (HHA) course is designed for the person seeking to provide direct care services to clients in their home. Home Health Aides assist other health care professionals in maintaining and restoring the client to optimum levels of physical and emotional well being while allowing the client to remain at home. Upon completion of the course students are eligible to receive a Home Health Aide certificate after passing the Kansas Department of Health and Environment exam.

This is a part-time course. Applicants must be a CNA to enroll in this course. High school juniors and seniors as well as postsecondary students are eligible to apply.Certified Medication Aide

Certified Medication Aide

The Certified Medication Aide (CMA) course is designed for the person seeking work in a long-term care facility. The CMA course introduces the student to basic concepts of medication administration including drug classifications, drug action, and nursing implications for specific drugs. Student participation in hands-on experience in a clinical setting is an integral part of the course. Upon completion of the course, students are eligible to receive a Medication Aide Certificate after passing the Kansas Department of Health and Environment exam.


This is a part-time course. Applicants must be a CNA to enroll in this course. This course is recommended as a prerequisite for Practical Nursing. High school juniors and seniors as well as postsecondary students are eligible to apply.
Washburn Institute of Technology • 5724 SW Huntoon St. • Topeka KS 66604
785.228.6325 or 785.228.6392

 

For more course, schedule, and enrollment information please contact Continuing Education.


It is the policy of Washburn Institute of Technology to assure equal employment and educational opportunity to qualified individuals without regard to race, color, sex, age, ancestry, marital or parental status, disability, religion, national origin or sexual orientation/gender identity. Contact:Carol Vogel, Morgan Hall, Room 380A, Washburn University (785-670-1509) carol.vogel@washburn.edu