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Applications are accepted prior to the first day of class and students are accepted on a first come, first served basis. If you are not able to come to the school in advance, your full payment or down payment can be made on-line securely via our registration page to reserve your seat. On your first day of class, please bring a pen, paper and two forms of acceptable identification such as a driver’s license, government-issued identification, or other acceptable identification. Read more A prospective student may choose to register: The instructor-led and blended/online/hybrid classes are as short as four (4) weeks and up to eight (8) weeks. Class options include days, evenings, and/or weekends. In addition, we offer the Blended/Online/Hybrid class. The address is 10800 Lyndale Avenue South, Bloomington, MN 55420. Click here to use Google Maps Zandu Health Initiative (ZHI) offers: Please bring a pen, paper and two forms of acceptable identification such as a driver’s license, government-issued identification, or other acceptable identification. Read more Bring a positive attitude and a willingness to learn. Read our Student Code of Conduct. A student receives a class textbook and nursing assistant kit on the first day of Face2Face. Additional fees for textbook and classroom supplies are listed in the class section you registered. The Cost of Attendance is also available here Our dress code is casual dress that is appropriate for a classroom setting. Navy blue scrub uniforms and athletic shoes or non slip shoes are worn during clinicals. Minnesota law requires that any person who provides service involving direct contact with patients and residents at a healthcare facility licensed by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) have a background study completed. You need two forms of identification documents for the background study to be initiated. Click here to view the Acceptable Forms of ID After a student registers for a class, he/she will then complete the Background Data Collection Form and bring it to class in order for a school representative/official to begin the process to complete the background check. Flexible payment plans vary depending on the program. The payment plan is arranged by the program advisor upon registration, read more here According to the requirements from Minnesota Department of Human Services, Zandu Health Initiative is required to conduct another background check. In 2017, Minnesota became the 36th state to pass a law requiring a fingerprint-based criminal background check for health care team members. The Minnesota Department of Human Services (MnDHS) has approved several locations throughout Minnesota. Click here to find DHS-approved fingerprint and photo locations Yes. A listing of the Minnesota State Exam sites can be found here Zandu Health Initiative (ZHI) helps with job placement to local healthcare facilities. Being in the facilities during clinical may help you in your job search, and also help you to determine if this is the career for you. Please complete the form here You may also access employment resources such as the Career Center. If you have additional questions about your registration status, class schedule, payment, please schedule an appointment here to come on campus or you may text, call (952) 479-0172 or send us a message here
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How do I register for a class offered at Zandu Health Initiative?
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Which options are available for registration?
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How long is the Nursing Assistant Program?
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How old do I have to be to register for the CNA Program?
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What is the location of the Face2Face class?
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What programs are offered at Zandu Health Initiative?
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What do I need to bring on the first day of Face2Face class?
If you made payment plan arrangements with a program advisor, please bring the completed and signed payment authorization form you received from the program advisor.
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What to bring to class every day?
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Where do I get classroom textbook and classroom supplies?
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Do I need to wear uniform to the Face2Face class?
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Do I need a high school diploma or HSE for the Nursing Assistant Program?
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What is a Background Study?
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Do you offer a flexible payment plan for tuition and fees?
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I had a background check from my employer, can I use it to fulfill the Nursing Assistant Program requirement?
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Why do I need fingerprints for the Background Study?
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Where do I go to be fingerprinted and photographed?
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I need more information about Tuberculosis Screening...
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Can I take the Nursing Assistant Written and Skills tests on the same day upon completion of the program?
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What happens if I fail the nursing assistant state exam?
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Will Zandu Health Initiative (ZHI) help me get a job after I complete the CNA Program?
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What is the requirement to be employed as a Nursing Assistant?
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What if I have additional questions?