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Comprehensive guide to CNA training and certification in South Dakota |
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Every nurse aide in the state of South Dakota is required to hold a nursing assistant certification before landing a job. This is the new law passed by the federal regulations for the whole state. This is intended to make sure that every nursing aide working in the state is truly capable and knowledgeable on the job. The whole process to become certified is very simple, and nurse aide job openings are fairly plentiful once you become a certified nursing assistant. During the process of becoming a certified nursing assistant, students will take CNA training classes administered by an institution approved by the South Dakota Board of Nursing. After taking the classes, a test will be given to certify that students have a strong grasp on the required knowledge. A physical fitness examination and criminal background scan will also be required, which is in accordance with the law. 16 hours of the 75-hour class will be conducted in a facility where you can learn while working. The procedures for the test are provided by the state board of nursing in collaboration with the Diversified Technologies or D&S. The CNA certification test may be taken at the end of the training program, and it starts with a written multiple choice section. The test will end with a skills section that will require students to demonstrate 5 of the 25 nurse aide skills that are required. Passing grade for the test is 25% incorrect. If this is achieved, you will be gain certification and will be given a space in the South Dakota Nurse Aide Registry. According to the reports made by the South Dakota Department of Labor, a 16.8% growth rate of nurse aide job openings is expected. The average CNA salary in South Dakota is $25,510 per year. For those who want to be certified nursing assistants and are in need of financial assistance, South Dakota also offers some free CNA training classes.   Kaplan University is focused on recognizing the achievements of military and veteran students and offers the flexibility of an online education. Programs:
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List of CNA Classes in South Dakota
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South Dakota CNA Certification Programs Browse our list of South Dakota schools that offer CNA training courses to become a certified nursing assistant. Nurse aide programs are usually offered at community colleges, junior colleges, trade schools and technical/vocational schools. Our directory includes as many CNA programs as possible, but is not complete as there may be additional CNA programs that are not listed here. Many long-term care facilities offer CNA training to current employees and trainees. In many cases these programs are not widely advertised, but can be discovered by contacting the facilities directly. 3 Steps to South Dakota CNA Certification 1) Graduate from an approved CNA training program 2) Pass the South Dakota CNA certification exam (must achieve passing score in the multiple choice portion and the clinical skills portion) 3) Pass the South Dakota CNA exam within 24 months of completing an approved nursing assistant education program Helpful Links for Nurse Aides in South Dakota South Dakota Board of Nursing Nurse Aide Employment Outlook 2010-2011 |
