Nurse Aide / CNA Training in Ashburn, VA

About Moon River Nursing Careers

We offer nurse aide training, apprenticeship programs, home health aide (HHA) training, and online personal care aide (PCA) Training. Our instructors collectively have over fifty years of nursing experience in fields such as long-term care, oncology, pediatrics, and senior care.

Our Nurse Aide Training program is located in Ashburn, a convenient location for students who reside in Loudoun or western Fairfax County. Upon successful completion of the course, students are prepared to take the Virginia Board of Nursing exam to become a Certified Nursing Assistant.

Our CNA Classes in Virginia

Moon River Nursing Careers offers a new Nurse Aide class every month. Students can complete the course in just 5 weeks and are well prepared to take the Board of Nursing exam to become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). There are thousands of job openings for a well-trained CNA. Our graduates can decide whether they want to work in a hospital, clinic, an assisted living community, Hospice, memory care or in home health.

THE 140-HOUR CNA COURSE INCLUDES:

• 40 hours online instruction that can be taken from your home any time of day that is convenient for you. During our online CNA classes in Virginia, we use professionally produced videos to show students what a CNA does in a typical day. Students get to experience the joys and challenges faced by a new CNA and experience the rewarding relationships she forms with her patients.
• 20 hours training in dementia and end-of-life care.
• 32 hours skills lab at Moon River Nursing Careers in Ashburn.
• 48 hours of clinical training at a long-term care facility.

Upcoming NURSE AIDE Classes:

• February 14 – March 17
  Weekday Class
  Skills Lab and Clinicals: March 3 – March 17
  Start the Nurse Aide online curriculum as soon as your registration is complete for Nurse Aide training!

• March 7 – April 7
  Weekday Class
  Skills Lab and Clinicals: March 24 – April 7
  Start the Nurse Aide online curriculum as soon as your registration is complete for Nurse Aide training!

*Evening and weekend classes are coming soon! Skills and Clinical dates are subject to class enrollment. If a session is cancelled due to inclement weather a make-up class will be scheduled. Call us at (703) 801-1180.

Learn more about our CNA training in Ashburn, VA here.

Benefits of CNA Certification

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) training and certification offer numerous benefits, both for individuals pursuing a career in healthcare and for the communities they serve. One of the primary advantages of CNA certification is the opportunity to enter the healthcare field quickly and affordably. Compared to other medical professions requiring years of education and costly tuition, CNA programs are much shorter. This makes it an accessible option for individuals looking to begin a rewarding career without the burden of significant student debt. Certification also provides a strong foundation for those interested in advancing their medical careers, serving as a stepping stone toward roles such as licensed practical nurses (LPNs) or registered nurses (RNs).

Another major benefit of CNA training is job stability. Certified Nurse Assistants are in high demand due to the growing need for healthcare services, particularly as the aging population increases. CNAs play a vital role in assisting patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating, as well as monitoring vital signs and providing emotional support. This hands-on care is essential in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and home health settings. With certification, CNAs have access to a wide variety of job opportunities in a stable and rapidly expanding sector.

Beyond job security, CNA certification offers personal fulfillment and the chance to make a meaningful impact on patients’ lives. CNAs often form close relationships with their patients by providing consistent, compassionate care. This role allows individuals to witness the immediate results of their efforts, whether by offering comfort to a patient in need or supporting families during challenging times. The interpersonal connections and the ability to contribute positively to the lives of others make CNA work deeply rewarding for many.

Our CNA training in Ashburn, VA equips individuals with valuable skills that extend beyond the workplace. Students learn critical medical knowledge, such as infection control, basic anatomy, first aid, and interpersonal skills like communication, teamwork, and empathy. These skills are vital in healthcare settings and transferable to many other aspects of life. For those who value a career with purpose and growth potential, CNA certification is an excellent gateway into the world of healthcare.

PERSONAL CARE AIDE (PCA) Classes

The PCA Training is a 40-hour course and can be taken online. The PCA training must be paid in full before starting the curriculum, and is a non-refundable course. The PCA is a certificate program and does not require taking a state exam. This course is offered weekly at Moon River Nursing Careers in Ashburn, VA and it can be completed in 1-2 weeks.

A Personal Care Aide (PCA) certificate provides basic healthcare training to work in healthcare. Home Health agencies accepting Medicaid employ PCAs to assist older adults and individuals with disabilities to reside safely in their homes. There are also some entry level jobs for PCAs in hospitals, medical clinics/offices, nursing care facilities, assisted living facilities and rehabilitation centers. For more information or to register, please visit the Online PCA Training application page. Once your application is complete, you will receive a payment link. After making the payment, please send the receipt to enroll@moonriverseniorcare.com to be issued the curriculum.

CPR Training

The CPR Training is a 4-hour course that uses a blended model including online and hands-on demonstration. For more information on the next class, call Megan at (703) 955-1811.

Your safety and well-being is important to us. All sessions in our skills lab are done in full compliance with the CDC recommendations for social distancing. Students have their temperatures taken when reporting to class and masks and gloves are worn at all times while in the skills lab.

Course fee includes:

• Tuition and all supplies
• Your uniform for clinicals
• Help with developing an impressive resume
• Assistance finding the best job for your career interests

Enroll in the upcoming Nurse Assistant course and advance your healthcare career! We offer interest-free payment plans. Space is limited. Please call or text us at (703) 801-1180 to tour our school and share your career goals. We look forward to welcoming you to the class!

We accept private pay students and those who are approved for federal funding.