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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Training Program 

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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Training Program 

Event Date: 2026-12-07
Start time 2026-12-07
Finished Time 2027-01-04
Address 310 East 38th Street
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Start your career in healthcare with support from Sabathani Community Center.

Interested in becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)? Sabathani Community Center is helping eligible participants take the next step toward a healthcare career through sponsored CNA training, hands-on experience, and career readiness support. 

This hybrid training program combines online coursework, in-person skills practice, and supervised practical training to help participants prepare for CNA certification and employment opportunities. 

Applications are open through November 15, 2026. 

Program Details

  • First cohort begins: December 7, 2026 
  • Program length: Approximately four weeks 
  • Format: Hybrid — online coursework and in-person training 
  • Locations: Sabathani Community Center in South Minneapolis and a partner training facility in Bloomington 
  • Cost: Training sponsorship and financial support available to eligible participants 
  • Eligibility: Adults ages 18 and older 

What You’ll Learn

Participants will receive: 

  • 43 hours of online coursework 
  • Virtual reality skills practice 
  • 16 hours of hands-on laboratory training 
  • 16 hours of supervised practical training 
  • Preparation for the CNA certification exam 
  • Instructor guidance and career readiness support 

Additional opportunities for skills practice may be available through monthly open labs. 

Who Can Apply?

Adults ages 18 and older who are interested in beginning or advancing a career in healthcare are encouraged to apply. 

Participation in sponsored training is subject to eligibility screening, funding availability, and the training provider’s admission requirements. 

How to Apply

Apply by Sunday, November 15 to be considered for the first training cohort. Additional cohorts are planned, subject to availability. 

Sabathani will review applications and select eligible participants for upcoming training cohorts. The first cohort will accommodate six participants, with additional cohorts planned through rolling enrollment. 

Submitting an application does not guarantee enrollment. 

Take the first step toward a rewarding career in healthcare. Apply today! 

🔗 Click here to apply now.

Question? Contact Isiah Jones at ijones@sabathani.org. 

CNA training is provided by Skillbar, with sponsorship and participant support coordinated by Sabathani Community Center.