Starting a career in healthcare doesn’t have to take years. Becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is a fast-track career option that offers high demand and fulfilling work. Deciding to start your CNA career is an exciting step but knowing where and how to begin your training isn’t always simple.
Finding the right program, figuring out where you’ll stay, and making it all fit into your schedule can slow things down. With HeartCert’s Stay and Train program, everything is designed to work together, making it easier to focus on your training and move forward with confidence.
What Is the HeartCert Stay and Train CNA Program?
HeartCert Stay & Train CNA Package is a streamlined CNA training program specifically designed to remove the “commute barrier” for Minnesota students. Instead of driving back and forth for multiple days of intensive training, this package bundles your certification coursework with local accommodations in Mankato, MN. Our hybrid program is designed to simplify the entire CNA training process by bringing everything together so you can focus on completing your course successfully and starting your CNA career with confidence.
CNA Certification: Open Doors in Your Healthcare Career
How the Stay and Train Hybrid CNA Training Program Works
Step 1: Register Online
Visit HeartCert.com and register for an upcoming CNA State Approved Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) at our Mankato location.
Step 2: Complete Online Course Work (43 Hours)
You can study at your own pace from the comfort of your home. Our program includes comprehensive online access and personalized tutoring.
Step 3: Attend In-Person Skills (15 Hours)
Travel to Mankato, MN, and stay at our partnered hotel nearby at a discounted rate while completing focused, hands-on clinicals.
Step 4: Prepare and Take State Exam
After completing your training, we will guide you on everything necessary to prepare for the successful completion of the state exam to obtain your CNA certification.
What the Stay and Train CNA Package Includes
- Fast-Track Training: 43 hours of online theory followed by 15 hours of in-person skills.
- Exclusive Lodging: Stay at the Microtel Hotel in Mankato for only $69.99/night.
- Perks Included: Your stay includes a hot breakfast to fuel your training days.
- Comprehensive Tuition: Includes online access, skill supplies, tutoring, and state exam prep.
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Why Choose HeartCert for Your CNA Certification?
At HeartCert, we are committed to ensuring that our students are well-prepared to meet the demands of their new careers. Our students learn essential skills such as vital signs, grooming, and patient monitoring, enabling them to become exceptional healthcare professionals. Our dedicated instructors provide ongoing support and guidance as you take these important steps.
HeartCert’s Stay and Train CNA course is a state-approved CNA training program, and our curriculum fully prepares students for the Minnesota State Competency Exam to join the Nursing Assistant Registry. Our programs are designed to offer real-world experience and practical training so you are well-positioned to begin your healthcare career.
Starting Your CNA Training: What to Know Before You Begin
Take the First Step Toward Your CNA Career
If you’ve been thinking about starting your CNA career, this is your opportunity to take that first step with a program designed around your needs. Don’t let the challenges of coordinating training and daily travel prevent you from achieving your goals. With HeartCert’s Stay and Train program, you can focus less on managing logistics and more on developing the skills you need for success. Every aspect of our Stay and Train program is designed to work together, making it easier to focus on your training, move forward with confidence and step into your new career faster.
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View upcoming schedules and save your spot for one of our Stay & Train CNA programs.
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Courses include CPR/AED/First Aid, Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Certified Nursing Assistant training, IV training, EKG training, babysitter basics and more. Courses and certifications from both the American Heart Association and American Red Cross are available.We offer virtual courses and certifications, in all 50 states as well as in-person classes at our headquarters, HeartCert CPR Eagan and major cities in Iowa, Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, Nebraska, Pennsylvania, Texas and Wisconsin.
