Posts by Caregiver Training Institute
CNA 1 and CNA 2 Are Now One Certification: What Oregon Nursing Assistants Need to Know
CNA 1 and CNA 2 are now one certification in Oregon. Learn what Nursing Assistants need to know and how Caregiver Training Institute can help you prepare.
Read MoreNovember is National Caregiving Month: How CNAs Make a Difference in Hospice, Home Care, and Long-Term Care
November is a month dedicated to honoring caregivers. It includes National Hospice and Palliative Care Month, Long-Term Care Awareness Month, National Family Caregivers Month, and National Home Care and Hospice Month. These observances highlight the compassionate professionals and family members who provide care, comfort, and support to patients across the country.
Read MoreVeterans Day vs. Memorial Day vs. Labor Day: What’s the Difference?
Confused about Veterans Day, Memorial Day, and Labor Day? While all three involve flags, parades, and long weekends, each holiday honors a very different part of the American story. From remembering fallen heroes to celebrating the contributions of workers, understanding the distinctions can make your observance more meaningful.
Read MoreThink You’re Speaking English? These Common Words Are Actually Native American
You probably speak more Native American words than you think. From hammock (Taino) to Chicago (“wild onion”), Indigenous languages have quietly shaped English—and your everyday life—without you even realizing it.
Read MoreCNA and Medication Aide Courses in Oregon: How Do Clinical Hours Work?
Learn how clinical hours work in Oregon CNA and Medication Aide courses, including requirements, supervision, and hands-on training expectations.
Read MoreHispanic Heritage Month: The Surprising History You Probably Didn’t Know
You may know it as a celebration filled with music, food, and community events, but the history behind Hispanic Heritage Month is full of surprising details that most people don’t know.
Read MoreSeven Surprising Fourth of July Facts You Didn’t Learn in School
Think you know why we celebrate the Fourth of July? Most of us picture fireworks, barbeques, and flags – but behind the red, white, and blue is a history full of surprises.
Read MoreThe Truth About Pride Month: 11 Myths and Facts Explained
How much do you know about Pride Month and its origins? We’re exploring 11 different myths and facts about the month. Let’s go!
Read More10 Weird Inventions Throughout History
We’re celebrating National Inventors Month by exploring some of the weirdest inventions and patents filed throughout history — the kinds of inventions that make you stop and say, “wait, someone actually made that?”
Read MoreCaregiver Training Institute Graduate Spotlight: Eyerusalem Gurmu, Nursing Assistant
At Caregiver Training Institute, we’re always thrilled to be able to spotlight our graduates and share their stories. Eyerusalem Gurmu is a graduate of our Nursing Assistant program and proves that you can make anything happen if you’re committed and give it your all.
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