CNA to LPN Bridge Program
The CNA to LPN Bridge Program offers professional nursing experience and training opportunities for Certified Nurse Aids to become a Licensed Practical Nurse.
CNA to LPN Bridge Program
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The CNA to LPN Bridge Program is a collaborative program with Hale Makua Health Services, Ohana Pacific Health (OPH) and University of Hawaiʻi Maui College (UHMC). This program offers Practical Nursing training opportunities for working CNAs on Maui, Oʻahu, Kauaʻi, and Hawaiʻi Island. The hybrid Bridge Program runs for 12–months and includes online lectures, in-person labs and clinicals provided at selected employer’s site. Participants will be scheduled to work and maintain part-time CNA hours until they become a Licensed Practical Nurse.
Ohana Pacific Health launches a new cohort every January.
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Program Benefits
This Bridge Program will allow local CNAs with an interest in furthering their career an opportunity to do so while they continue employment. OPH provides a supportive environment for CNAs to reach their nursing career goals.
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Continue working in healthcare with a schedule that accommodates school
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Access to financial aid, workforce grants, and OPH’s tuition assistance program
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Academic and personal support through UHMC throughout the nursing program
Eligibility Requirements*
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Employee at Ohana Pacific Health in good standing as a full-time or part-time CNA or NA
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Apply at one of our facilities on Oʻahu, Kauaʻi, or Hawaiʻi Island
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High school diploma or equivalent
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All prerequisites completed
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Mandatory academic advising
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Mandatory employer advising at OPH
*All items must be completed prior to submitting application to UHMC Bridge Program.
The Program is now accepting applications from Certified Nurse Aides interested in participating in the 2026 Practical Nursing Program. A completed application are due October 15, 2025 at 4 p.m. HST.
Contact Information
For more information about becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse through the CNA to LPN Bridge Program pathway, contact talent@ohanapacific.com.
Testimonials
“School is very expensive and I feel so blessed to be able to be doing this nursing program without having to worry about tuition cost, and textbooks, and other nursing fees.”
Jaylin Cezar-Butac, CNA to LPN Bridge Program Student