TRAIN THE CNA TRAINER
Professional, on-demand training for Nursing Professionals
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"Clear and concise material.  Very convenient."

"This course really makes you reflect and the material is interactive; this is the first on-line course that I’ve taken to do this."

"Good useful content. Informative practical examples ​and relevant, helpful printout materials."

"Professional and well-paced instruction." 
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Evaluation Comments for the Train the CNA Trainer course
What will I learn during this course?

Course Content
.All course modules, worksheets, surveys & activities must be completed.  All hours of instruction must be attended.  Once these requirements are met, a Certificate of Completion will be awarded at the end of the course.
Course Managed by Metis Systems
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Since 2001, Metis Systems has been creating and distributing courses in nursing and professional development both on- & off-line.
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This is a self-paced, online learning experience that allows you to attend when it’s most convenient for you. You can complete the course at your own pace from anywhere you have a reliable internet connection. For course access details, click here.
How does the course work?


Train the CNA Trainer is approved by the Colorado Nurses Association an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission  (ANCC), and awards 5 contact hours.
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For state specific information, please click here.
ANCC is the world's largest and most prestigious nurse credentialing organization, and a subsidiary of the American Nurses Association (ANA).
.Train the CNA Trainer was developed by Nils Bollen, M.Ed. in collaboration with a team of RNs from around the United States.
Train the CNA Trainer has helped hundreds of RNs & LPNs across the country become certified CNA instructors since it began in 2006.


Train the CNA Trainer is a practical, convenient online course for Licensed Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Practicing Nurses (LPNs) to become Certified CNA Instructors.  With a focus on the characteristics of adult learners, teaching methodologies, course design, and evaluation tools, this course prepares RNs and LPNs to successfully teach Nursing Assistants (NAs) and Medical Assistants (MAs).

~ 5 contact hours ~
How long does it take to become a CNA Trainer?

It takes a total of 5 hours to complete the course.  You are encouraged to work at your own pace, according to what works best for your schedule.
What do I need to do to complete the course?
Is this course accredited?
COURSE OUTLINE            
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Introductory Questionnaire
Module 1 - Defining Education
            Questions & Reflections
Module 1.5 - Transformational Learning
            Questions & Reflections
Module 2 - Adult Education
            Questions & Reflections
Module 3 - Role of the Educator
            Questions & Reflections
Module 4 - Learning Styles
            Learning Styles & Multiple Intelligences Matching
            Learning Style Inventory
            Multiple Intelligences Inventory
Module 5 - Teaching Methods & Materials
            Teaching Methods & Materials Matching
Module 6 - Lesson Planning
            Lesson Plan
Module 7 - Methods of Assessment/Evaluation
            End of Course Evaluation
Course Evaluation
How was this course developed?
When can I start?

You can start right away by clicking here!
After completing this course, you will be able to:
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    + Lead groups with confidence and ease
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    + Recognize and manage classroom behaviors
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    + Motivate students of different learning styles
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    + Increase student pass rates on state board exams
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    + Design and implement your own teaching plans
“Being able to take this course online, from home and on my own time was great! And so was the information. Thank you!”
Deborah H., LPN – North Carolina
“I’m able to take the information and immediately apply it to teaching my CNA students. As an educator, there were things I didn’t know on how I approach the students in class and during lecture. The material was excellent.”
Cynthia B., RN, BSN – Florida