Certified Nursing Assistants are an important member of the allied health professional team. They provide hands-on care including bathing, dressing and supporting patients in a dignified manner and under the supervision of a registered nurse.

Since 2019, the Clinical Partner Training Program at Baptist Health South Florida has prepared participants to challenge the Florida Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) exam. Participants attend a 6-week accelerated program which includes didactic lecture and hands-on skills training. We offer day and evening classes at our South and North Campus locations.

South Campus Location:
Baptist Health South Florida Corporate Center
8500 SW 117th Ave Rd.
Miami FL 33183

North Campus Location:
Bethesda Hospital East
2815 S Seacrest Blvd
Boynton Beach, FL 33435

Baptist Health is an approved Prometric in-facility testing site for the Florida CNA exam and offers on-site exam testing at our Baptist Health South Florida Corporate Center location.

The Program includes weekly lectures and skills training. There is also a Basic Life Support (BLS) course incorporated into the program, which is scheduled after your start date. Trainees who successfully complete this exam preparation program are well positioned to successfully pass the Florida CNA exam and pursue a career as a Clinical Partner at Baptist Health.

Length of Training Program

6 weeks

Program Size

Varies

Skills Group

Maximum of 10

Program Fee

$250 (fee is waived for current Baptist Health employees)

The Fee Includes: BLS course if needed (Approved by the American Heart Association), Fingerprint and Level 2 Background Check, State Exam Fee, Course Materials, Book, and Uniform.

Application Accepted
Interview Dates/ Email Confirmation
Course Dates 2025
October 30 –December 4, 2024
(Class Full)
December 5, 6, & 9, 2024
(Class Full)
January 19—March 3, 2025
(Class Full)
January 1—March 1, 2025
March 6, 7, 10
April 21—June 6
March 15—May 25
June 2, 3, 6
July 21 —September 5
June 15—August 15
August 25, 26, 27
October 5—November 21
Andra O. Demorizi

Program Supervisor

Andra O. Demorizi
786-594-6309


Eligibility Requirements and Application Schedule

Our program attracts, educates, and retains exceptional healthcare talent to serve the South Florida community. Program participants will be trained in the Baptist Health Way with a focus on quality, inclusion, compassion, and collaboration.

Eligibility Prerequisites

  • Participants must be 18 or older
  • Eligible to train or work in the United States
  • Graduated from an accredited high school or received a GED Diploma
  • Successful completion of Baptist Health South Florida affiliate criminal background check and drug screen
  • No prior healthcare experience required

Application Requirements

  • Online application
  • Application fee (waived for current Baptist Health South Florida employees)
  • Copy of high school diploma, GED, or equivalent
  • Successful completion of Baptist Health South Florida affiliate criminal background check and drug screen
  • Compliance with Baptist Health South Florida immunization requirements

Acceptance and admission to the program is contingent on submission of all requested materials and meeting all eligibility requirements as determined by the program.

Application Timeline

  • Where do applicants go to apply? Applications not being accepted at this time
  • When are applications accepted? See application calendar
  • When are candidate interviews? December, March, June, August
  • When are candidates matched/notified of acceptance? Two weeks after interview date
  • When does the program start? January, April, July, October

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