Economic & Workforce Development Center: Impact Report 2017-19

EMPOWERINGWORKERS AND ENRICHING THE FINGER LAKES ECONOMY

Certified Nurse Assistant GETTING IN TO THE FAST GROWING FIELD OF HEALTH CARE.

The Economic and Workforce Development Center offers a comprehensive Certified Nurse Assistant Training and Development program. The program has been designed to meet and overcome the health care industry’s constantly changing workforce needs, and integrate professional development, networking, and student support. Program sponsors include: LadderzUP, HPOG/ABC, NY Inspire project, RochesterWorks, Access-VR, and SWFI. Some of our students are employed by partners who have committed to providing wages while attending the 5 ½ week program. Students are able to concentrate on building skills and becoming the best caregiver they can while working toward a more financially sustainable future. Partner employers include: The Friendly Home, St. Ann’s Community, Monroe Community Hospital, and The Highlands. Impact: 215 students enrolled.

95% completed the program, passed the NYS certified nurse exam, and have been hired full time.

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