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Do I need a high school diploma or GED to enroll in your free training program? |
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No. |
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Do I need a Green Card if I’m not a United States citizen? |
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Yes. |
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Is there an entrance exam I need to take before being accepted into the program? |
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Yes, a very basic exam. |
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Where is the course taught? |
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2275 Olinville Avenue, Lower Level, Bronx |
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How do I get started to enroll in your free three-week home health aide course? |
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In the Bronx, call (718) 944-2255; Brooklyn: 718 362-1440 |
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Is the course offered in other languages? |
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No, but we have translators available in the classroom to assist students.
Call to inquire about specific languages.
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If I call now, can I get in a class right away? |
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We begin a new class the first Monday each month. |
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Will I get any practical or clinical training during the three-week course? |
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There are two weeks of classroom instruction and one week of hands-on training
including eight hours with patients. |
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Do I have to pay for textbooks used during the course? |
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Yes, a small fee. |
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Are there any other out-of-pocket expenses during the course? |
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The only other expense is for students to buy their own white uniform. |
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Does Best Choice do a background check on all students? |
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Yes. |
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Do I need to pass a final exam after completing the course? |
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Yes. |
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Can I take the final exam again, at no charge, if I fail it? |
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Yes. |
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Am I guaranteed a job after passing the final exam? |
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Yes, after passing the final exam, you would become a Best Choice employee. |
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Do you provide health and other benefits? |
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Yes, Best Choice employees are members of union 1199 and therefore receive
all their benefits. |
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Where would I be working once I am employed by Best Choice? |
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You can request to work in areas in New York City or Westchester County. |
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