START MY CAREER · WISCONSIN-APPROVED CNA TRAINING
BECOME A CERTIFIED NURSE AIDE.
START WITH CONFIDENCE.
Build the knowledge, practical skills, and exam readiness for your first step into Wisconsin direct care.
120 hours of comprehensive Wisconsin-approved training
Classroom + guided skills lab + supervised clinical experience
Preparation for Wisconsin nurse aide competency testing
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
What does a CNA do?
Nurse aides support patients and residents with daily care while working alongside nurses and other healthcare professionals.
Support Daily Care
Assist patients with essential activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, dressing, meal assistance, and safe repositioning or transfer techniques under nurse supervision.
Observe and Communicate
Measure vital signs such as blood pressure and temperature, track fluid intake and output, and promptly report physical or behavioral changes directly to the supervising nurse.
Protect Dignity and Rights
Uphold patient privacy, maintain strict infection control protocols, safeguard resident rights, and cultivate an empathetic environment that fosters respect and comfort.
How the Program Works
Start with a class preference. SOE confirms the current session and enrollment details before training begins.
Choose a class preference
Share your contact details and when you hope to begin CNA training.
Review enrollment details
Admissions confirms the available class, tuition, requirements, and next steps with you.
Get ready to start
Review SOE's current enrollment packet and prepare for classroom, lab, and clinical learning.
Build the foundations
Study safe, respectful care and the nurse aide role in classroom instruction.
Apply your skills
Practice in the guided skills lab and complete supervised clinical experience.
Prepare for testing
After the 120-hour course, follow Wisconsin knowledge and skills testing and Nurse Aide Registry requirements. Completing the course alone does not confer certification.
Program at a Glance
Learn with a clear next step
Practice with guidance
Move from classroom concepts to skills lab practice and supervised clinical experience.
Care for the whole person
Develop the respectful communication, safety habits, and practical care skills covered in the CNA curriculum.
Know the pathway
Understand the steps from training completion to Wisconsin competency testing and Registry requirements.
For this demo, the course access offer is free; no payment is collected. SOE will confirm actual enrollment and tuition terms.
How the Program Works
Start with a class preference. SOE confirms the current session and enrollment details before training begins.
Choose a class preference
Share your contact details and when you hope to begin CNA training.
Review enrollment details
Admissions confirms the available class, tuition, requirements, and next steps with you.
Get ready to start
Review SOE's current enrollment packet and prepare for classroom, lab, and clinical learning.
Build the foundations
Study safe, respectful care and the nurse aide role in classroom instruction.
Apply your skills
Practice in the guided skills lab and complete supervised clinical experience.
Prepare for testing
After the 120-hour course, follow Wisconsin knowledge and skills testing and Nurse Aide Registry requirements. Completing the course alone does not confer certification.
Program at a Glance
Learn with a clear next step
Practice with guidance
Move from classroom concepts to skills lab practice and supervised clinical experience.
Care for the whole person
Develop the respectful communication, safety habits, and practical care skills covered in the CNA curriculum.
Know the pathway
Understand the steps from training completion to Wisconsin competency testing and Registry requirements.
For this demo, the course access offer is free; no payment is collected. SOE will confirm actual enrollment and tuition terms.
COMPREHENSIVE CNA CURRICULUM
What You Will Learn
Build the knowledge and practical care skills covered in nurse aide training, then prepare for Wisconsin’s knowledge and skills examinations.
Role of the Nurse Aide
Understand professional scope of practice, ethics, healthcare team coordination, and state regulatory compliance standards.
Communication & Interpersonal
Develop empathetic listening, non-verbal cue recognition, conflict de-escalation, and accurate clinical reporting routines.
Safety & Emergency Response
Learn infection prevention, safety practices, body mechanics, and ways to reduce risks during daily care.
Personal Care Skills
Gain competency in daily living assistance, bed making, bathing, dressing, personal hygiene, and nutritional support.
Basic Nursing Skills
Practice foundational observation, measurement, reporting, and care skills within the nurse aide role.
Resident Rights & Care
Promote patient independence, advocate for resident rights, prevent abuse or neglect, and guide restorative rehabilitation exercises.
PRACTICAL METHODOLOGY
You learn by doing
The program brings together classroom learning, guided skills practice, and supervised clinical experience.
Classroom Learning
Learn the principles behind safe, professional, person-centered care.
Guided Skills Lab
Watch demonstrations, practice essential skills, ask questions, and build confidence with instructor guidance.
Supervised Clinical Experience
Apply what you have learned through supervised clinical experience as part of the program.
POST-GRADUATION ROADMAP
What happens after training?
Completing the 120-hour course prepares you for the next step. It does not by itself make you a certified nurse aide. Wisconsin candidates must complete the competency evaluation and meet Registry requirements.
Complete the 120-hour course, pass Wisconsin’s knowledge and skills tests, and meet Nurse Aide Registry requirements.
Official State of Wisconsin Department of Health Services Nurse Aide Guidelines
START YOUR HEALTHCARE CAREER
Request current CNA class details
Ask Standard of Excellence for the current CNA class dates, tuition, enrollment requirements, and next steps. Our team will follow up with details for the Milwaukee program.
ESSENTIAL ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS
Before You Enroll
Ask SOE for its current enrollment packet before registering. It will confirm admission steps, required documents, clinical preparation, fees, and policies.
1. Background Checks & Clearance Requirements
Contact SOE for the current background check and clinical clearance requirements. The enrollment packet will explain the steps that apply to your class.
2. Uniforms & Mandatory Dress Code
SOE will provide the current uniform and footwear requirements in your enrollment materials before class begins.
3. Attendance & Punctuality Expectations
Attendance and make-up expectations are set out in the current SOE program handbook. Ask for those requirements before selecting a class.
4. Tuition, Material Fees & Supply Breakdown
Ask SOE for the current tuition, what is included, any separate costs, and available payment options before enrolling.
5. Cancellation & Tuition Refund Policy
Review SOE’s current written cancellation and refund policy in the enrollment packet before making a payment.
HAVE QUESTIONS?
FAQ
Find quick answers regarding certification, program timeline, institutional approval, and enrollment requirements below.
What certification will I receive upon completing the program?
Finishing the training program does not itself confer CNA certification. Wisconsin candidates must pass the nurse aide competency evaluation, including knowledge and skills tests, and meet Registry requirements.
How long is the program and what is the typical completion time?
The CNA program includes 120 total hours across classroom, skills lab, and clinical training. Contact SOE for the current class schedule and calendar length.
Is this a Wisconsin-approved nurse aide program?
Yes. SOE presents its CNA course as a Wisconsin-approved nurse aide training program. Contact SOE for current approval documentation or program details.
What is the delivery format for lectures and coursework?
Training includes classroom instruction, skills lab, and supervised clinical experience. Ask SOE for the current delivery schedule and location details.
Where are clinical rotations and hands-on labs located?
SOE is located at 6914 W. Appleton Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53216. Confirm the current skills lab and clinical site details with SOE before enrolling.
How does the final certification exam work and is prep included?
After completing approved training, eligible candidates take Wisconsin’s nurse aide competency evaluation, which includes knowledge and skills tests. Ask SOE what exam preparation and testing costs are included in current tuition.
What are the enrollment requirements and how do I apply?
Contact SOE for the current admission requirements, class dates, required documents, and registration steps. The enrollment packet will confirm what applies to your cohort.
START YOUR HEALTHCARE CAREER
ONE SKILL CAN OPEN A NEW DOOR.
Take a practical first step toward direct care with classroom learning, guided skills practice, and supervised clinical experience.
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