- All required education is a minimum requirement, higher levels of education are acceptable. H.S. Diploma required (if you are still in school you must have a certified nursing assistant program with obtainment of certification (C.N.A.).
PCA education requirements: A. An Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP) training program in the last three years, or
B. A fundamentals of nursing course, or
C. A certified nursing assistant program with obtainment of certification (C.N.A.), or
D. A graduate of a professional or practical nursing program who did not pass the state licensure examination in the past three years or
E. A graduate of a professional or practical nursing program outside the United States and awaiting licensure in this country
- BLS certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
- In lieu of options A-E listed above in the Education section, documented experience as a nurse assistant, emergency medical technician, or surgical technician in the past (3) years required.