Two Newcomers from Nigeria Complete Certified Nursing Assistant Training

In October 2018, two San Diego newcomers from Nigeria successfully completed the 22-day accelerated CNA (certified nursing assistant) training program. A previous graduate of the CNA program referred both women. NSDI (Nile Sisters Development Initiative) facilitates asset-building CNA vocational training» for refugees, asylees, asylum seekers, and qualified individuals from other underserved or disadvantaged backgrounds. Offering tremendous growth opportunity in the San Diego region, the CNA vocation welcomed a total of 84 NSDI-facilitated graduates between 2012 and 2018.

Downloadable Program Highlights
Certified Nursing Assistant Vocational Training by Numbers»
2016 Certified Nursing Assistant Vocational Training»
Certified Nursing Assistant Vocational Training»
A Hand Up, Not a Handout»

Photo Subject: Nkeiruka E. holding results of her California certification exam
Photo Credit: International Health Group Inc.

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