Summary
The Center for Caregiver Advancement (CCA) has received a $14 million grant from the California Workforce Development Board to establish a statewide apprenticeship program for Certified Nurse Assistants (CNA) and Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN). This initiative aims to alleviate workforce shortages in the nursing industry by training 500 individuals as CNAs and 12 CNAs as LVNs over the next three years, with comprehensive support for participants.
Why this matters for apprenticeships
This program represents a significant step towards addressing the critical workforce shortages in the healthcare sector, particularly in long-term care facilities. By providing free training and support, it opens pathways for career advancement and helps to stabilize the workforce in a challenging industry.