The CNA Classes in Willows, California that are shown to you on the list are all the certified nursing assistant classes and health provider nurse’s aide training programs that are open for enrollment as of this writing. If you know any additional nurse aide courses that are available submit them to us so we may include them on this page.

Willows Care Center C.N.A. Class
320 North Crawford Street,
Willows, CA 95988
(530) 934-2834

In order for an individual to work as a nursing aide in California, he must get certified by the state’s Aide and Technician Certification Section. There are two ways to get a CNA certification in this state: you can pass the NNAAP exam or apply for reciprocity.

Those who have never been certified as nursing aides before can only get certified by passing the NNAAP exam. This exam consists of a written/oral test and a practical skills test that is given on the same day. Aspiring candidates will only get certified if they are able to pass both tests.

Before you can take the NNAAP exam, you must first complete a state-approved CNA training program. A training program will provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to pass all the tests and become a competent nursing aide. Training consists of 50 hours of lectures and 100 hours of clinical practice. Students will learn the basic nursing procedures and skills, as well as different concepts like infection control, medical terminologies, human anatomy, nutrition, vital signs, roles and responsibilities, and patients’ rights and independence.

Those who took up units on the Fundamentals of Nursing like RNs, LPNs, and nursing students and graduates can also apply for the NNAAP exam if they wish to become nursing aides. When applying, they will be required to provide proof of training and education.

The process of reciprocity is only offered to individuals who are already certified as nursing aides in other states. To be eligible for reciprocity, applicants must have a current certification and a good relationship with their state. Applicants through this process are still required to get fingerprinted and pass the national background checks.

CNA certifications are only valid for 2 years and must be renewed before they expire. A nurse aide with an expired certification will not be allowed to continue working in a state-certified nursing facility. Certified nursing aides are required to work for at least 8 hours and complete 48 hours of in-service/CE to be eligible for renewal. The following forms will be necessary for the renewal process:
•    http://www.cdph.ca.gov/pubsforms/forms/CtrldForms/CDPH283a.pdf
•    http://www.asisvcs.com/publications/pdf/070512.pdf

Willows is the county seat of Glen County. Willows was formerly known as just Willows before they added an additional “s” back in 1916. As of last year’s census, they now have a total population of almost 6,166 people. Willows has a total area of 2.873 sq miles, where almost all of it is water. It also has a population density of 2,146.2/sq mile.

Examples of health care centers that you can avail within the city includes Family Care Center – Familycare Center (530) 934-1816, Glenn County Health Services Agency – 8 AM to 5 PM Monday-Friday (800) 500-6582, Glenn County Health Services Agency – Health Educaton Services (530) 934-6588, and many more like them. photo attribution: usdagov