Free CNA Training in South Dakota

You are well on your way to a career where you can make the difference in the lives of people who are ill or elderly if you have decided to become a certified nursing assistant.  It will be necessary for you to complete a training school for CNAs that has been approved by the state.  Additionally, there is a certification exam that you will need to pass.  Here are a few free training opportunities:

In South Dakota you can become a nursing assistant by training at medical facilities and at some community colleges.  You can also receive training through the American Red Cross in South Dakota.  If you attend Red Cross training, you might be eligible for grants and scholarships through local organizations in your area.

Medical facilities often offer free CNA training for individuals who are hired to work for the facility.  If you are willing to work for a particular facility for an agreed upon amount of time, this is a good way to receive your training.  It is also a good option because you know you will have employment after you receive your CNA certification.

You might be able to receive payment for your CNA training if you are currently unemployed especially if you were laid off of work from an employer that closed their business or had to cut down on employees.  Talk to an unemployment officer about ways to access free training for a new career.  Similar options might be available to you if you are receiving welfare benefits and are looking to become self sufficient.

Do not forget to apply for scholarships and grants if you take CNA training at a community college or other type of college.  These non-degree programs are not always eligible for financial aid but it certainly does not hurt to apply.  If you are able to be approved for enough financial assistance, than you can obtain free CNA training.

Nursing homes where you could try to get free CNA training in South Dakota

Note: These nursing homes DO NOT Provide CNA training directly. It is however common for nursing homes to employ you and then pay for your training at another facility.

Avera Prince Of Peace Ret Comm – 4500 Prince Of Peace Place   Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57103

Avera Rosebud Country Care Ctr – “300 Park Street, Po Box 408″   Gregory, South Dakota 57533

Avera Sr James Care Center And – 2111 West 11th Street   Yankton, South Dakota 57078

Belle Fourche Health Care Ctr – 2200 13th Ave   Belle Fourche, South Dakota 57717

Bennett County Healthcare Ctr – “102 Major Allen, Po Box 70-D”   Martin, South Dakota 57551

Bethany Lutheran Home – 1901 South Holly Avenue   Sioux Falls, South Dakota 57105

Bethel Lutheran Home – 1001 S Egan Ave   Madison, South Dakota 57042

Bowdle Nursing Home – “8001 W 5th Street, Po Box 308″   Bowdle, South Dakota 57428

Brookview Manor – 300 22nd Ave   Brookings, South Dakota 57006

Bryant Parkview Care Center – W Hwy 28 Po Box 247   Bryant, South Dakota 57221

Canistota Good Samaritan – 700 West Main St   Canistota, South Dakota 57012

Canton Good Samaritan Center – 1022 North Dakota Avenue   Canton, South Dakota 57013

Diamond Care Center – 901 N Main St Po Box 300   Bridgewater, South Dakota 57319

Eastern Star Home Of Sd – 126 W 12th Avenue   Redfield, South Dakota 57469

Estelline Nursing & Care Ctr – 205 Fjerestad Po Box 130   Estelline, South Dakota 57234

Faulkton Healthcare Center – 1401 Pearl St   Faulkton, South Dakota 57438

Prairie View Care Center – 401 South First Avenue Po Box 68   Woonsocket, South Dakota 57385

Riverview Manor – 611 East 2nd Ave   Flandreau, South Dakota 57028

Rosholt Care Center – “85 1st Avenue East, Po Box 108″   Rosholt, South Dakota 57260

Scotland Good Samaritan Center – 130 6th Street   Scotland, South Dakota 57059

Sd Human Svcs Ctr – Geriatric – 3515 Broadway Ave Po Box 76   Yankton, South Dakota 57078

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