Nebraska students are required to complete the Nebraska Abuse & Neglect portion of the On-Line CNA Training Program to meet the Nebraska requirements to be a certified CNA. (2024)

This resource is for independent students. Students will find a variety of tools necessary for completion of the course. Important forms, immunizations, student policies, and keeping your registry status active are some of the topics. 

Unit 1 topics include information regarding an introduction to healthcare, the role of the Nursing Assistant, communication, relating to patients, infection control, environmental safety, emergency situations and restorative care/rehabilitation. Students will also view skills videos.

Topics covered in Unit 2 include: body systems, common diseases, vital signs, ambulation, admission transfer and discharge, the patient's environment, hygiene and grooming, special skin care, and nutrition. 

Topics covered in Unit 3 include: elimination needs, specimen collection/testing, AM/PM care, additional patient care procedures, preoperative/postoperative care, subacute care, special skills in long-term care, death & dying. Students will also take three sample tests and review key terms.