Maryland’s healthcare industry faces one of its most critical challenges yet – a growing demand for skilled healthcare professionals amid workforce shortages. Yet, with every challenge comes an opportunity to create change. That’s where Goodwill Industries of the Chesapeake is stepping in, transforming lives and supporting businesses with our Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) Training Program.
Building the Next Generation of Healthcare Professionals
At Goodwill, we believe in empowering individuals and businesses to thrive. That’s why, in collaboration with Baltimore City Community College, our CNA/GNA Training Program offers more than just education – it provides a foundation for a meaningful career.
Our program is designed to equip aspiring CNAs and GNAs with the practical skills, rigorous knowledge, and authorized certification they need to excel in healthcare roles. From hands-on instruction and CPR training to immersive clinical experiences, we prepare graduates to step into hospitals, nursing homes, and healthcare facilities ready to make a difference.
Why Goodwill’s CNA GNA Training Program Matters
For businesses in Maryland, meeting the rising demand for skilled healthcare workers has been no easy task. Recruiting well-trained, certified professionals while maintaining high standards of patient care is a challenge that can feel overwhelming. But there’s a solution.
Here’s how we help address these pain points for healthcare employers:
- Job-Readiness
Our program ensures graduates master foundational nursing skills, enabling them to transition seamlessly into the workplace.
- Certification Standards Met
Every participant leaves meeting the Maryland Board of Nursing’s certification requirements, so they’re ready to step into their roles legally and competently.
- Direct Employer Connections
Our network connects participants with healthcare facilities actively seeking trained professionals, simplifying the hiring process.
Creating Lasting Impact in Healthcare
Healthcare is more than just a profession; it’s a calling. By empowering individuals through sustainable workforce development, we’re also uplifting businesses and rebuilding trust in Maryland’s healthcare system.
The Benefits for Employers Include:
1) Addressing Workforce Shortages: Access to pre-trained, certified CNA and GNA professionals reduces recruitment struggles.
2) Ensuring Quality Care: Hiring candidates trained in both theoretical knowledge and compassionate caregiving enhances patient outcomes.
3) Strengthening Community Healthcare: Every new hire helps stabilize and improve Maryland’s healthcare infrastructure, bringing better care to the communities we all serve.
Realizing Possibilities Together
The true magic of our CNA/GNA Training Program isn’t just in the skills it imparts but in the transformations it enables. Many graduates start with no prior experience in healthcare, only to find themselves on meaningful career paths that support Maryland’s healthcare institutions. Businesses, in turn, benefit from hiring passionate, capable professionals who are ready to serve.
Be Part of This Transformation
Whether you’re an employer addressing staffing shortages or someone seeking an entry point into the healthcare field, partnering with Goodwill’s CNA/GNA Training Program is your first step toward impactful change. Together, we can strengthen Maryland’s healthcare system and uplift the communities we serve.
📩 Looking to hire CNA/GNA graduates? Email jbalog@goodwillches.org
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