NURSING ASSISTANT TRAINING
Now is the Time to Join this Exciting Career Field
Skilled nursing facilities and hospitals require a nurse aide to be certified for employment. In addition, most college nursing programs require completion of a nurse aide course prior to acceptance into a nursing program. Columbine Health Systems offers an education training to become a CNA (certified nursing assistant).
Instruction includes basic nursing assistant procedures, skills, restorative services, general household activities, patient care, safety, and emergency care. Students gain an understanding of the responsibilities involved in working with patients of all ages, in both wellness and illness, issues of mental health, patient rights, and patient/family interactions. Classroom instruction, lab, and clinical experience is offered. Now offering extended lab practice hours to help with your success. Click here to see these extended lab hours.
The cost of our Nursing Assistant training program is $880, made payable to the Geriatric Education Centre via RegOnline, processing fees are included. In addition, you are required to complete a background screening, steps to complete this are located in the enrollment checklist below. Textbook is an optional $60. If you prefer to purchase your textbook elsewhere you can find the information below.
Mosby’s Essentials for Nursing Assistants
by Sorrentino and Remmert
Edition #5
ISBN #: 978-0-323-11317-5
Once you complete the course, you will need to register for your state test and make payment in the amount of $123.00 to the Colorado State Board of Nursing. Your instructor will be available to guide you through this process. Tuition reimbursement is available if hired and employed by one of the Columbine Health Systems' facilities for one year following the course end date.
The class options are:
Full-time Day Classes: These classes are held Monday-Friday from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, then include 2 ½ days of clinical experience the following week in one of the Columbine facilities.
Part-time Evening Classes: These classes are held evenings from 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm for a total of 9 weeks, then include 2 ½ days of clinical experience.
Part-time Classes: These classes are held on Fridays and Saturdays from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm for 9 consecutive Fridays and Saturdays, then include 2 ½ days of clinical experience.
Half-day Classes: These classes are held various days of the week from 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm for 9 consecutive weeks, followed by 2 ½ days of clinical experience.
Please click on the Class Schedule link below for specific dates for each class. Enrollment opens 3 months prior to the beginning of each class.
A $5.00 charge will be processed to your account if you request a course date change.
To apply for the training program, please review the training checklist and policies that describe the requirements to attend the course, and complete the online application. Due to the limited number of spots in each class, prospective students are not guaranteed a seat until all requirements have been met. This includes completing the enrollment application, submitting an approved criminal background check and payment of tuition in full.
For additional questions, contact Columbine Health Systems Human Resources department at 970-492-6230.
Click here to view The Online Magazine for Certified Nursing Assistants.
Certified Nursing Assistant Career Guide.
Geriatric Education Centre
802 W. Drake Road, Suite 137
Fort Collins, Colorado 80526
Phone: 970-492-6230
Fax: 970-494-6456
Brochure
- Job Summary
- Enrollment Checklist
- Training Policies
- Class Schedule
Provide direct resident care supervised by the Staff Development Coordinator and other nursing personnel. Assist in maintaining a positive physical, social, and psychosocial environment for the residents.
Step 1: The prospective student will apply for admission to the program by submitting a completed application to Columbine Health Systems Human Resources Department. All classroom instruction, lectures, materials, text books, quizzes, and tests are provided in English. In order to be successful, students must be able to read, write, comprehend, and speak English fluently.
Step 2: The prospective student must obtain a criminal background check and submit to Columbine Health Systems Human Resources Department prior to being considered for placement in a program. (Background check is only valid for 3 months.)
Step 3: The prospective student must obtain a TB skin test and/or Chest X-ray and submit results to Columbine Health Systems Human Resources Department prior to being considered for placement in a program.
Step 4: Proof of current influenza vaccination (October 1–April 30).
Step 5: Tuition will be processed following confirmation of application and approval of background check. No payment plans are accepted. Reimbursement of fees is as follows:
Cancellation from the program 7 or more business days before the start of the class will result in full tuition reimbursement minus a $50.00 administrative processing fee.
Cancellation within 6 business days of the start of the class will result in full tuition reimbursement minus a $75.00 cancellation fee and a $50.00 administrative processing fee.
Beginning with the first day of class, no reimbursement of funds will be given, regardless of reason for class termination.
Step 6: The student will ensure they have the proper attire for clinical days or attendance at clinicals will not be allowed. Proper attire includes:
Close-toed shoes
Forest-green scrubs (one set provided)
Gait belt (provided)
Name tag (provided)
Nursing Assistant Training Program Policy
Candidate Admission, Course Completion, and Dismissal Policy
Full Time Day Classes (20 students maximum)
Class # |
Dates |
| 300 | April 30 – May 10, 2018 (clinicals May 14-16) CLASS FULL |
| 301 | May 14 – May 24, 2018 (clinicals May 29-31) CLASS FULL |
| 302 | May 29 – June 8, 2018 (clinicals June 11-13) CLASS FULL |
| 303 | June 11 – June 21, 2018 (clinicals June 25-27)) CLASS FULL |
| 304 | June 25 – July 6, 2018 (clinicals July 9-11) CLASS FULL |
| 305 | July 9 – July 19, 2018 (clinicals July 23-25) CLASS FULL |
| 306 | July 23 – August 2, 2018 (clinicals August 6-8) |
| 307 | August 6 – August 16, 2018 (clinicals August 20-22) |
| 308 | August 20 – August 30, 2018 (clinicals September 4-6) |
| 309 | September 4 – September 14, 2018 (clinicals September 17-19) |
| 310 | September 17 – September 27, 2018 (clinicals October 1-3) |
| 311 | October 1 – October 11, 2018 (clinicals October 15-17) |
| 312 | October 15 – October 25, 2018 (clinicals October 29-31) |
| 313 | October 29 – November 8, 2018 (clinicals November 12-14) |
| 314 | November 12 – November 23, 2018 (clinicals November 26-28) |
| 315 | November 26 – December 6, 2018 (clinicals December 10-12) |
| 316 | December 10 – December 20, 2018 (clinicals December 26-28) |
| 317 | December 21, 2018 – January 8, 2019 (clinicals January 9-11, 2019) |
Clinicals: 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. (2 ½ days) times & days are subject to change
Part Time Evening Classes (10 students maximum)
Class # |
Dates |
| E28 | March 29 – May 29, 2018 (Tues, Thurs) (clinicals May 31, June 5, 7, 12, 14) (Tues, Thurs) |
| E29 | June 19 – August 16, 2018 (Tues, Thurs) (clinicals August 21, 23, 28, 30, September 4) (Tues, Thurs) |
| E30 | June 20 – August 22, 2018 (Mon, Wed) (clinicals August 27, 29, September 5, 10, 11) (Mon, Wed) |
Clinicals: 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. (2 ½ days) times & days are subject to change
Part Time Classes (10 students maximum)
Class # |
Dates |
| Part Time 10 | April 28 – May 26, 2018 (clinicals June 1, 2, 9) CANCELLED |
| Part Time 11 | June 1 – June 29, 2018 (clinicals June 30, July 6, 7) |
Clinicals: 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. (2 ½ days) times & days are subject to change
