Mt. Hood Community College
26000 SE Stark Street
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA 1)
- Duration:
- 155 hours
- Phone:
- (503) 491-7235
CNA Classes in Gresham, OR
1 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training program in Gresham. Oregon requires 155 hours minimum (more than double the federal 75-hour OBRA standard) of training and uses D&SDT-Headmaster for the competency exam.
Programs in Gresham
1
State Required Hours
155 hours minimum (more than double the federal 75-hour OBRA standard)
Exam Vendor
D&SDT-Headmaster
All CNA Programs in Gresham
Becoming a CNA in Oregon
Oregon has one of the most rigorous CNA pathways in the United States, set and enforced by the Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN) - the same board that regulates RNs and LPNs. The Oregon CNA program requires 155 training hours (80 classroom/lab + 75 clinical), more than double the federal OBRA 75-hour minimum, reflecting Oregon's strong emphasis on geriatric care and patient safety.
Frequently Asked Questions: CNA Training in Gresham
How many CNA training programs are available in Gresham, OR?
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Our directory lists 1 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training program in Gresham, OR. All programs must meet Oregon's minimum of 155 hours minimum (more than double the federal 75-hour OBRA standard) and prepare graduates to sit for the D&SDT-Headmaster competency exam.
How do I become a CNA in Gresham, OR?
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To work as a CNA in Gresham, you must meet a Oregon-approved training program of at least 155 hours minimum (more than double the federal 75-hour OBRA standard), pass the D&SDT-Headmaster competency exam (Two-part Oregon CNA exam: a 75-question multiple-choice knowledge test (90 minutes, 75% passing score) plus a 5-skill hands-on skills evaluation (35-minute time limit), administered by D&SDT-Headmaster), and clear a Fingerprint-based criminal history check through Fieldprint Inc. (approximately $70.50) submitted to OSBN before certification is issued. Most candidates complete the full process in 10-16 weeks (155-hour program completion plus 2-4 weeks for OSBN application processing and fingerprint clearance).
Are there free CNA classes in Gresham?
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No Gresham program on our directory currently advertises free tuition, but many Oregon nursing facilities pay for CNA training in exchange for a work commitment after certification. Ask local long-term care employers about employer-sponsored training programs, and check the American Red Cross and Job Corps for additional pathways.