BNA​/CNA Training Class

Nursing Assistant Training

Miller's is proud to provide training for those interested in a career as a Certified Nursing Assistant free of charge. Each student is required to complete classroom training and clinical training. Upon completion, students must pass the state exam to become a Certified Nurse's Aide. See below for more details on training.

Each student is required to complete 36-40 hours of classroom work. All students must pass (with 80%) all of the tests administered during the classroom portion. Each student has 3 attempts to pass. If a student does not pass the classroom phase of the course, they will not be placed into the clinicals.

Each student is required to complete 75 hours of supervised practicum in a long‑term care facility. During the practicum, the student must perform all required skills successfully. The first 16 hours of practicum are with the class instructor. Absence during this time will result in being excused from the program. The student may be assigned to work with a preceptor for assistance in organization and time management.

During the practicum the preceptor and instructor complete an evaluation of the student’s progress. All skills checklists booklets (RCPs) not signed during the classroom must be demonstrated and signed off during the clinicals by a clinical instructor or other licensed nursing professional. Completed checklists must be submitted at the end of the practicum with all required skills completed; otherwise the student will not be eligible for the required state exam.

A clinical sign‑in record is provided daily; the student signs, and a licensed supervisor cosigns.

Students are required to pass a criminal background check, TB test, and physical prior to starting the course. Attendance at all classroom sessions is mandatory to meet program requirements set by the Indiana State Department of Health. Unsatisfactory performance or attendance may result in dismissal from the program. Students should confirm dress code requirements with the facility.

Upon successful completion, the student receives a certificate of completion, a scheduled test date, and the state exam fee is paid by Miller’s Merry Manor if the student is hired and in good standing as an employee. If the student does not pass the first test, they may retake it for a second time paid by Miller’s. If not an employee, the applicant receives the certificate to schedule and pay for their own exam.