About Us
The Hitep Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) course is a Rhode Island Department of The Health-approved course that prepares students for entry-level healthcare roles by combining 80 Hrs. classroom instruction with 40 Hrs. hands-on clinical practice. CNA is a healthcare professional who provides basic hands-on care to patients in hospitals, homes and long-term care facilities. They work directly under the supervision of Nurses to help patients manage their daily living.
CNAs are the backbone of patient care, performing duties such as:
Personal Care: Assisting with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
Vital Signs: Monitoring and recording blood pressure, temperature, heart rate
Mobility: Helping patients move around, get in/out of bed, or repositioning them to prevent bedsores.
Feeding: Helping patients eat and ensuring they get proper hydration.
Observation: Monitoring changes in a patient’s physical or mental state and immediately reporting concerns to the nursing staff.
We uphold the highest academic standards and support the growth and success of each individual. We encourage the free exchange of ideas in an open environment that embraces honesty, respect, and personal responsibility.
Our Philosophy
Hitep Inc, is an organization with over 14 years of experience imparting programs to our diverse community for CNAs under our philosophy of ethics, being competent, caring, committed, and giving of dignity always assisting with the highest standards of integrity.
Our Mission
Is to provide high-quality Educational, training and support services to adults in the diverse community, empowering them with the knowledge and skills needed.
Our Vision
Is to prioritize Student Satisfaction while fostering a supportive learning environment that promotes compassionate, respectful and Ethical Education.
A message from CEO / Director of the Hitep CNA Program
I invite you to discover how our training program can support your journey toward becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and building a meaningful career in healthcare.
Through our guided leaning pathways, you will become part of a supportive learning community, build relationships with fellow students who share your goals, engage with experienced instructors in your field of study, and receive personalized guidance aligned with your career objectives.
Across our program, we are committed to initiatives that strengthen student success and completion, expand training opportunities and partnerships, and enhance overall program effectiveness. Every day, we work to support you from your first day of training through successful completion and entry into the healthcare workforce.
Our Hitep community is inclusive and diverse. We serve recent high school graduates, working adults, career changers, and individuals entering healthcare for the first time. Our diversity is our strength, and our students inspire us through their dedication and commitment to growth.
We recognize that education and training can transform lives, and we are proud to provide opportunities to prepare individuals for high-quality employment in the healthcare field throughout Rhode Island.
My team and I look forward to welcoming you into our program and supporting your success every step of the way.
Hitep Leadership Team
Alanna Voccola RN
Coordinator / Instructor
Mariah Pelkey LPN
Instructor
Martha Garcia CNA
Office Manager / Asistent Cordinator
Andres Gutierres
Administrator
Hellen Pascual
Recruiment
Viandry Mena
Recruiment
Virginia Rauseo
Front desk / Staff
Yenifer Linares
Front desk / Staff
Yameli Heredia
Student Services
Leidy Garcia
Student Services