The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers, at 219 Division Street, Ansonia, is accepting applications for upcoming semesters of its Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Phlebotomy, and Patient Care Technician (PCT) programs.
The PCT and Phlebotomy programs begin May 19. The CNA summer programs will begin June 9 and July 14.
The 15-week PCT program requires students to attend classes Monday through Thursday. The program offers ample hands-on training and opportunities for practical experience in the school’s fully equipped mock hospital room and during the 80 hours of clinical experience. The course tuition includes textbook, liability insurance, CPR certification, clinical rotations and national certification exams.
The 13-week Phlebotomy program is Mondays and Wednesdays either during the day from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. or during the evening from 5 p.m.-9 p.m. The program offers an optional 32–40 hours of clinical experience. The course tuition includes lab coats, books, malpractice insurance, CPR certification and a national certification exam fee.
The six-week CNA course offers students an affordable and condensed schedule with classes Monday-Thursday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. or 5 p.m.-9 p.m. CNA program content includes infection control, legal and ethical responsibilities, communications, body mechanics, moving and positioning residents, personal care skills, nutrition, measuring vital signs, and restorative care. The program’s clinical experience will be at Griffin Hospital and a long-term stay facility, totaling 40 hours. After successfully completing the course and clinical experience, students will be qualified to take the certification exam for a Nursing Assistant in Connecticut. The CNA course tuition fee includes the course book and workbook CPR training, clinical rotation and liability insurance.
The School of Allied Health Careers has partnered with TEAM, The Workplace, Inc. and many other grant options resulting in minimum out of pocket expenses.
The Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health accepts students 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or GED or any in-school youth (juniors and seniors) enrolled in High School.
Students must be proficient in the English language may apply for admission. The COVID-19 vaccination series is required prior to enrollment.
Early application is encouraged for all courses, as space is limited. For more information or to apply, call 203-732-1276 or 203-732-7578 or visit griffinhealth.org/allied-health.