If you are interested in helping others, are a hard worker and enjoy encouraging that “satisfied” smile from someone in need, then working as a CNA (certified nursing assistant) may be for you.The CNA has the privilege of meeting the basic needs of our citizens who need it most. This satisfying profession can be a prerequisite for the nursing program, or a stand alone opportunity.

The nursing assistant program is offered at several locations, with opportunities for clinical practice in area long term care facilities.

Other nursing assistant classes are available to increase the student ’s knowledge and marketability.

• The HHA (home health aide) class instructs the CNA how to help elderly, convalescent, or disabled persons live in their own homes instead of in a health care facility.
• The RA (restorative aide) class trains the CNA to assist therapy departments in long term care facilities, acute care facilities, and to carry out rehabilitative plans of care in the client’s home.
• The CMA (certified medication aide) class allows the CNA student to pass medications and treatments to long term care residents.

Our instructors are all registered nurses who have a significant amount of experience in their area of expertise.

Courses Offered:
ALH 5202 Certified Medication Aide
ALH 5203 Home Health Aide
ALH 5209 Certified Nursing Assistant
ALH 5210 Restorative Aide
ALH 5215 Exploration of Healthcare Professions
ALH 5218 IV Therapy
Recertification for CMA and CNA

Classes are taught at the Winfield Center, the new Bloomenshine Building in Mulvane, and on the main campus in Arkansas City. Not all classes are offered every semester.

Accelerated Class- Fall 2008
Eighteen students successfully completed the October 2
to November 18 accelerated CNA class on the Winfield campus and passed their state boards on November 20. This was a fast
paced class requiring dedication and enthusiasum from both the students and the instructor!

Students in 5 other CNA classes, 2 CMA classes, and a HHA class will take state boards before the Christmas break. Most have jobs waiting for them as soon as they receive certification from KDHE.

Explanation of Course Fees:

An additional $10 is payable when the state exam is taken at the Winfield Campus. If exam is taken at a different site, the student is reponsible for the total fee charged by that site. CNA students must also purchase gait belts and scrubs for clinicals.

Look for Health Related classes here: Class Schedules.

CMA Recertification  2009 Class Schedule
Call 620.221.3392 to inquire. Registration Form
Registration and fees must be received in the Winfield office by the Monday before the class to avoid a late fee.

CNA Recertification classes are also available. For details, call 620.221.3392 or 620.229.5982.

Scholarship Information
Allied Health Department Scholarship

William Newton Hospital Scholarship
This hospital offers two scholarships: the Healthcare Field Scholarship and the Jean Thornton Memorial Nursing Healthcare Scholarship. Applicants must be accepted as full-time students studying healthcare with 12 or more hours per semester and have at least a 3.0 GPA. Scholarship awards are $300 per semester for a maximum of four semesters. Deadline is April 1. Contact the hospital to apply.

Immunization Requirements for Working in the Clinical Setting
Each student is required to have proof of a 2-step TB skin test to participate in clinicals and a current TB skin test that will not expire during their class.
The college nurse at the main campus can give TB skin tests. Call to arrange an appointment.

State Certification Testing (CNA, CMA, HHA)
Cowley College students receive Letters to Test from their instructors indicating dates and times they will be expected to take the KDHE state exam for certification.

Adjunct Instructors:

Paula Andrew, CNA, HHA, RA classes
Jackie Arndt, CNA classes
Jamie Bing, CMA and CMA recertification classes
Yvonne Branine, CNA classes
Julie Kirkbride, CNA classes
Sharon Logan, CNA, CMA classes
Danielle Sloan, CNA, CMA classes
Linda Voth, CNA, CMA classes

A special welcome to all students from the Nursing Coordinator, Janet Bogle.
In addition to her other duties as coordinator, Janet teaches. Cowley College offers a full complement of CNA/CMA courses, including CNA, CMA, Home Health Aide, Restorative Aide, IV Therapy, CNA recertification and CMA recertification classes.