Free Nurse Training

Lakeside Generations, a Cassia community in Dassel, MN, has a rare and exciting opportunity for students interested in a nursing career! Through partnerships with six colleges, Lakeside Generations offers financial support to help students pursue their nursing education and career goals. If you currently attend—or plan to attend—one of the partner colleges below, we encourage you to explore this unique opportunity.

About The Dual Training Grant:
Earn financial support while gaining valuable hands-on experience at Lakeside Generations. Through Minnesota’s Dual Training Grant program, eligible employees can receive up to $11,000 per year to cover tuition, books, and fees. Join our team, support your education, and build your skills in a mission-driven environment.

Partner Colleges:
Anoka Technical College (LPN Offered)
North Hennepin Community College (LPN & RN offered)
Ridgewater College (LPN & RN offered)
St. Cloud Technical & Community College (LPN & RN offered)
Pine Technical and Community College (LPN & RN offered)
St. Cloud State University (BSN offered)

Location: 439 William Avenue East, Dassel MN 55325

Dual Training Grant Program:

• $11,000+ annually in education assistance
• State-funded “earn while you learn” program
• Flexible scheduling to support school
• Hands-on clinical experience in senior care
• Earn an industry-recognized credential while working

• Get hired at Lakeside Generations
• Begin paid on-the-job training right away
• Complete your nursing coursework through a partnered school
• Graduate with real-world experience and credentials

• Current or incoming nursing students enrolled at one of our partnered schools:
  •  Anoka Technical College
  • North Hennepin Community College
  •  Ridgewater College
  • St. Cloud Technical & Community College
  • Pine Technical and Community College
  • St. Cloud State University
• Individuals interested in a healthcare career serving older adults
• Students seeking financial support and real-world training

About Us:

Located in Dassel next to a picturesque garden and lake, our small campus takes pride in giving the best care to our residents. Here, you will join our engaged, approachable staff and truly become a part of our tight-knit family where everybody knows your name. We want to make sure you have everything you need in order to succeed and support you in any way that we can. We are proud to have received the 2025 Customer Experience Award in overall satisfaction, nursing care, recommend to others, overall customer experience, etc.

As a Cassia community, we are dedicated to fostering fullness of life for older adults by providing compassionate, high-quality care. Our Service Standards of Respect, Excellence, Integrity, Stewardship, Compassion, Collaboration, Unity, and Innovation are the bedrock of all that we do. We value inclusivity, collaboration, and professional growth, ensuring our employees feel supported in their careers. To learn more, visit our website: https://www.lakesidegenerations.org/

Join us and become part of a nonprofit organization that truly makes a difference!

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Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.