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What are low cost or free CNA courses in Maryland that a 16 year old can attend while still in highschool?

Hello I am a 16 year old, soon to be 17 year old in Maryland. I am looking to become a CNA before I graduate high school, are there any cheap or low cost CNA programs that I can attend while also still being a high school student? Online, or in person work. I´d like to get a jump start in my medical career before I attend college to become a RN.

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Michelle’s Answer

Hello, Chezneigh !

In order for you to find a CNA program in Hagerstown, Maryland, you will have to call each provider of CNA Training and obtain their specific information. A couple of these providers you can contact are Arc of Washington County Inc., and Potomac Center.

Adventist HealthCare's CNA Academy in your town trains CNA's for free, but the training is during the time you're in school. They require a full time commitment to their program and once you become certified, they hire you and send you out for work. Find a list of home health providers in your town and ask if they train as well as hire you once you are certified. You can find a list of providers of home health care by doing a search online. You do meet the age requirement, but ask them if they hold their trainings in the summer or how long it is and when they start because you can maybe do the training during a break from school. It's best to get the details directly from the provider.

I hope this helps and I wish you all the best !
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Cheri’s Answer

Hello Chezneigh,

I've looked into CNA programs in Maryland, focusing on the Hagerstown area. Hagerstown Community College offers a CNA certificate program. Here's what I found on their website:

The program includes six to nine weeks of classes and skills training on campus, plus a 45-hour clinical externship. The day section lasts about six weeks, while the evening section takes about nine weeks. Both include 45 hours of clinical externship.

You can find more details on their website: [Hagerstown Community College CNA Courses](https://www.hagerstowncc.edu/certified-nursing-assistant-cna-courses).

Scholarships may be available, and you can find more information about them on the website.

Best of luck!
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GLORY’s Answer

Save money / seek scholarships or grants
Since many programs cost tuition, look for financial aid, scholarships, or programs that are free if you commit to working in certain health settings afterward.

Check CNA training waiting lists
Some programs allow you to apply and wait until you turn 18; being on the list early helps you get in faster.
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Haris’s Answer

In Maryland, there are several options to start CNA training while you’re still in high school. Many community colleges and career and technology centers offer programs that accept students under 18, and some high schools even have healthcare pathways that lead to CNA certification. Costs can be kept low through payment plans, scholarships, or free training programs offered by local nonprofits and workforce development organizations. The best first step is to talk with your school counselor about available options in your district and then check the Maryland Board of Nursing’s list of approved CNA programs.

Haris recommends the following next steps:

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Courtney’s Answer

Hi there,

Does your high school have a program with a local college that lets you earn a CNA license while still in school? It's a good idea to talk to your school counselor about your options. Often, these classes are free if you take them during high school.
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