Certified Nurse's Aide (CNA) Program

Applying

Aloha and thank you for your interest in our Certified Nurse Assistant training program at Windward Community College, Employment Training Center.

Application Procedures

Step #1: Schedule information session with the Program Assistant.

See calender for Information Session dates

E-mail Cheri at cp6@hawaii.edu to schedule a mandatory information session. Seating is limited to 10 students per session, so it is highly recommended to sign up as soon as possible.

The information session wil provide deatils on the application process and answer most of your questions.

Step #2: Schedule an apointment with counselor Ryan Perreira, phone 235-7329

Step #3: Achieve a passing TABE score (9th grade or better).

Call Honolulu Community College Student Services at 844-2365 or 844-2364

Step #4: Compass test

Call Windward Community College Learning Center 235-7329

Step #5: Obtain 2-step TB Clearance (current within one year) - click here for locations (PDF)

Step #6: Obtain MMR clearance (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) - click here for locations (PDF)

Step #7: Complete a physical examination - download physician's form (PDF)

Step #8: Obtain a Criminal Clearance Check through ECRIM.

Follow given instructions and print your Ecrim report. There is a fee that may be paid online with a credit or debit card.

You may also go in person:

Department of The Attorney General
Hawaii Criminal Justice Data Center
Kekuanao'a Building
465 S. King St. Room #101
Honolulu, HI 96813

Phone: (808)587-3100

Step #9: Submit all forms and documents to counselor Ryan Perreira.

Due to the course being limited to 10 students per session, it is important that you complete all the requirements for registration in a timely manner. A seat will not be held for any student until all requirements are fulfilled.

Please contact the Health Program Counselor, Ryan Perreira at 235-7329 if you have questions or need assistance.