CRANSTON ALTERNATIVE
EDUCATION PROGRAMS
4 Sharpe Drive
Cranston, RI 02920

Phone: 401.270.8166
Fax: 401.270.8705
Email: aep@cpsed.net
Affiliated with Construction Career Academy
New England Laborers / Cranston Public Schools - Construction Career Academy
Cranston Alternate
 Education Programs

Certified Nursing Assistant

This course consists of 100 mandatory hours of theory and on an on-site clinical experience. It can take approximately 14-16 weeks to complete this course.  Content addresses the changing role of CNA responsibilities. Students will be exposed to such things as cultural diversity, anatomy and physiology, rehabilitation/restorative services along with updated CDC and OSHA guidelines for infection control and safety. You will need to plan ahead as these hours are required to receive your certificate and license. This program is affiliated with various nursing homes and hospital settings for clinical experience. Criteria note: Clinical hours vary.  Day, evening, Saturday and/or Sunday hours may be required. All requirements must be completed before attending clinical.

Class Schedule: Tuesday and Thursday evenings, 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Registration Fee: $25.00
Money orders only
Fees: Tuition and Books $650.00.   Money order only.  Payment in full is required upon pretesting completion and exceptance into this program.
Additional Fees:

BCI's suitable for employment are required prior to enrollment and need to be obtained by the student directly from The Attorney General's Office.  A $5 check is required. 

Immunization Form completion is required for this class. 

$20 CPR course fee.  $75 optional certificate program - Alzheimer Training. 

$139.00 for state application and licensing fee. Money orders required towards the end of the program.

The Cranston Public School System welcomes diversity in its employment opportunities, programs, and activities. Funding is provided by RI Department of Education.