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C.N.A Training

The UAMS Schmieding Caregiver Training Program offer the skills training necessary to seek certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant.

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West Central Center on Aging

Joyce Priddy, LPN
Education Specialist
JPriddy@uams.edu

Lana Howard
Administrative Assistant
ljhoward@uams.edu

612 S 12th St
Fort Smith, AR 72901
Call 479-478-8819

About the program

The UAMS Schmieding Caregiver Training Program and the West Central Center on Aging offer a variety of programs to the community. In addition to Certified Nursing Assistant training, we offer free workshops for family caregivers providing unpaid care to older adults in the home and a variety of other free educational programs for seniors designed to promote healthy living. Be sure to check out our program calendar in your area.

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