Affordable CNA Classes in Fort Wayne

Saint Anne Communities provides tuition-free CNA training as part of its mission-driven services (there are additional costs outside of tuition), reflecting its Christian, non-profit ethos. This six-week, in-person program is offered at their Fort Wayne location, allowing students to avoid the tuition fees typical of other CNA courses. However, participants are responsible for a minimal cost, which includes $75 for the final exam and $25 for the workbook, ensuring they have all necessary materials for their certification.

The program is integral to the community-oriented and faith-based approach of Saint Anne Communities. As a service of the Fort Wayne-South Bend Diocese, the facility emphasizes spiritual care alongside professional education, making it a distinctive choice for those looking to enter the healthcare field within a supportive, Christian environment.

At Canterbury Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, aspiring CNAs can benefit from a fully-sponsored training program offered by American Senior Communities. This program encompasses 30 hours of classroom learning and 75 hours of hands-on clinical training, meeting standards set by the Indiana Department of Health for state certification.

Canterbury covers the costs of many items, unlike other programs on this list, including free textbooks, study materials, uniforms, and covered fees for state testing attempts. Additionally, trainees can enjoy extensive employee benefits such as competitive wages, paid time off, medical insurance, 401(k) options, tuition assistance, and more, supporting both their professional and personal growth.

The total duration of the program is not mentioned, so interested students should ask about that as well as other details that may be included in the work agreement as a part of the paid job training. Canterbury also mentions opportunities for significant career advancement, and students should ask about these additional pathway and “stepping stone” opportunities.

Byron Health Center offers a detailed and structured paid CNA training program at their facility in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The program, extending over six months, includes 40 hours of classroom instruction and 75 hours of supervised clinical training. Trainees are compensated $12 per hour during both classroom and clinical sessions, and for shifts worked post-training until certification. However, a total of $1200 is deducted from their paychecks during this period, which is reimbursable upon six months of continued employment, either full-time or part-time, at Byron.

Trainees must adhere to strict attendance and professional standards, including dress code, personal hygiene, and conduct. The program requires a background check, physical exam, drug screening, tuberculosis test, and a basic math assessment prior to acceptance. Trainees must commit to 100% attendance, and failing to meet this or other program standards may result in termination from the program.

Interested candidates should contact Anna Hendrick for more information or to arrange an interview. This program not only prepares trainees for the CNA certification but also instills a high standard of professional discipline that Byron expects from all its staff.