Becoming a CNA in Mississippi

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What is Involved in Completing CNA Training in Mississippi?

Becoming a certified nurse assistant in Mississippi is an exciting challenge that offers competitive salaries and growth. This state has been affected by the nation wide shortage of nurse faculty because of the elderly population’s rapid and continuous increase.

To become a CNA in Mississippi, you must first complete CNA training approved by the state’s Department of Health. You are also required to pass a certification exam. These requirements must be met before a nurse is recognized on the Mississippi Nurse Aide Registry.

If you are interested in pursuing this career field start by following the steps listed below.

Enrollment and Completion of CNA Classes in Mississippi

Step 1:

Find an approved program in your state, and make sure you meet all eligibility criteria.
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Before being admitted to a training program, there are a few prerequisites that you should be aware of.

You need to be at least 18 years old and have a GED or high school diploma. Upon admittance, you will also need to pass a criminal background check and undergo a complete health screening, which includes a two part TB screening.

Step 2:

Choose a CNA training program.

Your CNA training class should have no less than 75 hours of learning in the classroom. It should also feature at least 16 hours of training in a medical center.

Step 3:

Complete your CNA training.

Some of your training will be spent in the classroom, learning about such things as medical terminology and the special needs of your patients. A portion of your training will also be hands-on, with you interacting with patients and learning skills such as how to use basic medical equipment and how to change beds.

Available Programs in Mississippi State

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Name	Address
Jones County Junior College	900 South Court Street, Ellisville, Mississippi 39437	Program cost	Financial Aid	Request Information
Meridian Community College	910 Hwy 19 N, Meridian, Mississippi 39307-5801	Program cost	Financial Aid	Request Information
Northwest Mississippi Community College	4975 Hwy 51 N, Senatobia, Mississippi 38668-1714	Program cost	Financial Aid	Request Information

CNA Testing Procedures and Applying for CNA Certification in Mississipi

Step 1:

Apply to take the CNA certification exam.

You can take the examination at Pearson Vue for $89 after registering, although your training institutions may also be an approved testing site. Make sure to see more about the exam within our section concerning CNA certification in Mississippi.

Step 2:

Prepare for the Mississippi CNA certification exam. To do this, you can study and review what you’ve learned in your training program, and take our CNA practice tests.

Step 3:

Take and pass the Mississippi CNA certification exam.

This is a two part exam. The first part is a written assessment, and the second part involves completing basic CNA tasks.

The written section consists of sixty multiple-choice questions and ten reading comprehension questions. You must pass both sections in order to pass the exam and get your name listed on the Mississippi Nurse Aide Registry.

Step 4:

Create a resume and find a job.
Step 5:

Consider additional training, such as RN and LPN degree programs, which can increase the number of job opportunities available to you, as well as increase your salary.

For Additional Information regarding CNA Certification in Mississippi please contact:

Mississippi Nurse Aide Registry
Mississippi Department of Health Facilities Licensure & Certification
570 East Woodrow Wilson Osborne Building
Suite 200
Jackson, MS 39216
Phone: (601) 576-7300
The Online Certified Nurse Aide Registry is managed by Promissor.
Phone: (888) 204-6213