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None. VUMC provides VCPA free of charge to attendees.
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Yes. Prior to being admitted to the program, you will interview with one or more hiring managers. When you accept an offer from one of our managers, you will be enrolled in the next available VCPA start date.
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Yes. You will apply directly to the department that you are interested in working.
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No. VCPA is designed to teach patient care skills for applicants without related healthcare experience.
If you already have Care Partner experience, you can be hired directly as a Care Partner.
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Once you have accepted an offer from VUMC, you will be enrolled in the next available VCPA start date.
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VCPA will provide attendees with all required training supplies. Attendees will need to provide their own scrubs and closed-toe shoes to wear in the clinical environment.
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The hiring manager will discuss pay with you when they offer you a position at VUMC. Differentials are provided for nightshift, weekends, and holidays.
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No.
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VCPA offers training M-F 7:00a to 3:00p for the first 3 weeks of employment. Classroom and clinical hours are NOT flexible. Once you transfer to your home unit, flexible hours may be available, including night and weekend shifts. Talk with your department manager to learn about specific opportunities that may be available to you.
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No.
