At Quality First Career Center, we offer a 78-hour training program for a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to get certified as a Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA). This course is specifically designed to teach CNAs how to efficiently care for the elderly. Although CNAs can already work in many different care facilities or care settings, becoming a GNA with just this short course allows them to also work in Nursing Homes. It widens the CNA’s employment opportunities, not to mention they will have the capacity to care for their geriatric patients better. Upon successfully completing the program, the student will be eligible to take the GNA Certification test.

Certified nursing assistants provide care and assistance to patients in various facilities. They perform various duties under the supervision of registered nurses or licensed practical nurses. Our certified nursing assistant training course will help aspirants acquire the necessary knowledge and skill set to render appropriate care to patients in a safe, effective, and respectful manner. Instructors will tackle all of the necessary topics associated with CNAs in the workplace. This course includes both lecture and practical training in a clinical or laboratory setting under an RN’s or LPN’s supervision.

Phlebotomy Program at Quality First Career Center

Unlock your potential in the dynamic healthcare field with the Phlebotomy Program at Quality First Career Center. This comprehensive training prepares you to become a skilled phlebotomist, capable of providing competent and compassionate patient care in diverse healthcare settings. Benefit from a robust, in-person curriculum, experienced instructors, and a focus on practical skills, ensuring you are ready for immediate employment upon graduation. With personalized services like facility tours and online appointment scheduling, Quality First Career Center is dedicated to supporting your journey towards a rewarding career, regardless of your background.

Program Details:

• Cost: Not publicly available; please contact the center directly for tuition and enrollment fees.
• Duration: 340 hours to complete.
• Schedule: Primarily delivered in-person; contact the center for specific class timings and availability.
• Prerequisites: Students must be at least 18 years old. A high school diploma or GED is typically required; contact the center for complete details on immunization and background check requirements.
• Accreditations: Approved by the Maryland Higher Education Commission; curriculum approved by the Maryland Board of Nursing.
• Career Outcomes: The program is designed to equip students with the skills for competent care and employment in diverse healthcare settings. Specific employment rates or job titles are not explicitly provided.

The CPR / Basic Life Support certification program at Quality First Career Center is designed to provide individuals with the skills and knowledge to support someone who is experiencing cardiac arrest or respiratory failure. Students will learn how to properly administer chest compressions, use automated external defibrillators (AEDs), and provide rescue breaths to maintain oxygen levels until emergency medical services arrive. Upon completion of the program, individuals will receive a certification that is recognized by employers in various industries, including healthcare, education and public safety.

The Certified Nursing Assistant class offered at Quality First Career Center in Washington, DC provides students with the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills to provide basic patient care in a hospital or long-term care facility setting. Students learn skills such as medical terminology, vital sign measurement, personal hygiene and other caring skills. Upon successful completion of the course, students are eligible to take the Maryland State Certification Exam for Nursing Assistants.