Are you looking for free CNA training programs in New Jersey? Most nursing assistant training programs cost less than $1000. However, this can still be a lot of money especially if you have a low-income or are unemployed. Read below for a list of places you can potentially get free training from:
For example, the Workforce Advantage Program offers certified nursing assistant training for individuals who would otherwise have no way to access this training. The program is designed for individuals who are unemployed. This program is intended to provide a way for individuals who are currently out of week to train for a new career in a short amount of time (just a few weeks).
There are usually other programs offered for those who need to train for a new career without spending a lot of time. If you are not working or are earning a low-income, you should contact unemployment and job placement offices in your area. They should be able to direct you to any organizations that offer assistance with training for a new career. You might be able to access free cna training through some of these programs.
Many care facilities for elderly individuals and those with chronic illnesses providing nursing assistant training. This training is often considered paid training in that individuals are often offered employment with the facility as long as they complete the training program and pass the certification exam. In order to receive the training for free, you need to continue working for the employer after you receive your training. (Usually for a minimum of six months).
If you are working for a facility that hires certified nursing assistants, you might have another way to obtain free cna training. Talk to your employer about your interest in becoming a nursing assistant. If you are a hard-working individual, the employer might be willing to pay for your training for you. Once again, you will most likely be required to work for that employer for a specified number of months.
CDM Institute Financial Assistance
This institute is closely affiliated with various funding sources in the state of New Jersey such as the Workforce and unemployment offices. Depending on your unemployment situation and annual family income they can help avail the various grants and scholarships provided by the federal government. They have 8 campuses in New Jersey. They are located in Jersey City, Lawrenceville, Marlton, Phillipsburg, Toms River, Vine Land, Wayne and Woodbridge. You can call them on any of the following numbers for more info:
800-709-7244
877-888-1554
Free Training to become a Home Health Aide
HHA’s are different from CNA’s in that they work at the home of patients as opposed to the nursing home. Their pay is a little lesser but the working hours can be more flexible and the work less stressful. E&S Home care Solutions is offering free training in the city of Soth Plainfield. They can be contacted on (908) 222-8494 for more info. We’ve purposely listed this on the CNA page because the two careers are very similar and this might be helpful to someone.
E&S will be offering free training for nursing assistants very soon. Call them on the number above for more info.
Nursing homes in New jersey that might offer CNA training for free
Note: These nursing homes DO NOT Provide CNA training directly. Your best chance is to contact nursing homes with active vacancies as they are most likely to hire NA trainees. This is just a list of the best nursing homes in NJ to help you get started in your search.
Andover Subacute And Rehab Ii – 99 Mulford Road Andover, New Jersey 07821
Applegarth Care Center – 189 Applegarth Road Monroe Township, New Jersey 08831
Applewood Estates – Applewood Drive Freehold, New Jersey 07728
Arbor Glen Center – Pompton Ave & E Lindsley Rd Cedar Grove, New Jersey 07009
Berkeley Heights Conv Center – 35 Cottage Street Berkeley Heights, New Jersey 07922
Berkeley Meadows – 311 Springfield Avenue Berkeley Heights, New Jersey 07922
Bey Lea Village – 1351 Old Freehold Road Toms River, New Jersey 08753
Bishop Mccarthy Residence – 1045 E Chestnut Ave Vineland, New Jersey 08360
Brakeley Park Center – 280 Red School Lane Phillipsburg, New Jersey 08865
Brandywine Senior Care At Moor – 1211 North Church Street Moorestown, New Jersey 08057
Chestnut Hill Conv Center – 360 Chestnut Street Passaic, New Jersey 07055
Childrens Spec Hosp Toms River – 94 Stevens Rd Toms River, New Jersey 08755
Childrens Specialized Hospital Mounta – 150 New Providence Road Mountainside, New Jersey 07092
Christ Hospital Subacute – 176 Palisade Avenue Jersey City, New Jersey 07306
Christian Health Care Center – 301 Sicomac Ave Wyckoff, New Jersey 07481
Cinnaminson Center – 1700 Wynwood Drive Cinnaminson, New Jersey 08077
Clara Maass Cont Care Bell – One Clara Maass Drive Belleville, New Jersey 07109
Crestwood Nursing Home – 101 Whippany Road Whippany, New Jersey 07981
Crystal Lake Hlthcare & Rehab – 395 Lakeside Blvd Bayville, New Jersey 08721
Cumberland Manor – 154 Cumberland Drive Bridgeton, New Jersey 08302
Cusack Care Center/St. Joseph’s Home For The Blind – 537 Pavonia Avenue Jersey City, New Jersey 07306
Daughters Of Miriam Center – 155 Hazel Street Clifton, New Jersey 07015
De La Salle Hall – 810 Newman Springs Rd Lincroft, New Jersey 07738
Delaire Nursing & Conv Center – 400 W Stimpson Ave Linden, New Jersey 07036
I lost my job of sixteen years with a large Pharmaceutical Company in New Jersey. I am interested in working as a CNA. I obtained my CNA 17 years ago. I did not renew in those 17 years. I do not have my card, only the badge.
Would I still have to taken the training.
Thank you.
anytime your license has lapsed and its been more than a period of two years, you will be required to retake the class. It does not matter what state you are in, as the state licensure is only valid for two years.
In the state of NJ you have to recertify every 2yrs, but if you somewhat forget or do not want at moment there is a way to get your certification again without taking course over. Only thing is, you have to be certified with the past 5 yrs of taking exam again. Ex: If its 2013 and you want become a CNA again its possible to just take the skills exam and written test if your original CNA license issuing year is with 5 yrs, so from 2008 up until 2011 will be able to recertify without taking the course again. After the 5yrs mark you have to do EVERYTHING all over again.
Thank you Carren.
Hello
I obtained my CNA license in NH. Then I moved to New Jersey. I have transferred my license over here, I have not been renewing my license for years, however I have completed the CNA class. Do I have to do the class over again in the State of New Jersey to get my license again.
I graduated in 2001 from Star Technical Institude as a multi-skilled medical technician. Do I have to take the course over again to gain employment as a CNA, phlebotomist and ekg technician?
I would like to train to be a cna, I am very friendly an I love helping people and I’m a very hard worker.
I would like to cna certfied. I have already completed the class in pa and now live in nj. How would I do that?
I am very interested in the CNA program and I was just wondering if there were any facilities at all that offered a free CNA program in NJ? I’ve been told many times to go to Mercer Community College but I am a little tight with money now and I would like to see if free training exists at all anywhere before I just sign up to Mercer.