Career questions tagged cna


Are there any free online CNA programs around San Jose?
I’ve found a couple online CNA courses, but in order to pass I need to attend the clinicals in-person. I’m struggling to find programs near San Jose/Santa Clara that are low-cost or free. Additionally, I’m a high school student who starts classes mid-August, so I need to make sure my school schedule doesn’t interfere with the online schedule.

How to become a CNA as a 17 year old in dallas tx?
im a 17 year old girl who wants to become a neonatal nurse practitioner, and to start my career i want to enter the medical field and get my hands on experience asap.

How to see if my old CNA license is good ?
My name is Tiffany and I have over 10 yrs plus experience in the healthcare/home health care fields..i want to further my education so I can help the elderly in there homes not just as a aid/CNA but as a traveling physical therapist..it sounds exciting to me

What is the schedule like when working a job in college and how stressful is it?
As a senior in high school I know I am going to have to work in college to pay for tuition and other necessities. I am obtaining a CNA license and would like to work as one while at college. #spring25


what does a typical day being a CNA look like?
I want to get my CNA first and then build to an RN.


what do you like about being a CNA ?
I'm starting CNA school here soon. I'm excited but a little scared

If I'm in between careers what advice can you give me to help decide between the two?
I am a junior in high school who lives in Virginia. I want to go into the Air force for the benefits but I am already on track to becoming a high school graduating CNA I don't know exactly what the best option is for me and I am on the fence about everything. I want to know more about both fields before I jump head first into either career. I know that while being in the air-force I can also work as a CNA but I am not sure if there are any better options out there for me.

can you work as a CNA while attending school to become an ultrasound technician ?
can you work as a CNA while attending school to become an ultrasound technician?

How do i go about getting into a cna program for free ?
How do i go about getting into a cna program for free?



How can I get a CNA volunteer job???
I'm a certified nursing assistant I'm interested in volunteering care job I love and passionate, empathetic and Dedicated in Caring for people, most expecially Elderly Care, Dementia care, physical disabilities support etc

Road to becoming a registered nurse?
Im currently in Job corp to get my CMA and planning on getting my CNA in the local college what are the next steps after this? what jobs are available to me as CNA/CMA while I get my RN?



EMT or CNA?
My high school offers CNA and EMR/EMT classes that can transfer to college credit. My goal is to get a BSN, and I'm unsure which course could help me in the long run during college.

What are some steps that I can take to pursue my CNA career?
-Understand the specific requirements for CNAs -Be sure to have a high school diploma -Find a state-approved CNA training program at a community college or healthcare facility -Successfully complete the required coursework and clinical hours -Stay Motivated -Don't give up

Has this journey and field taught you valuable life lessons?
I'm a firm believer that it's highly important to only chase a career that will ultimately teach you important things throughout and in the end. I do not want to spend my life miserable and not being of use to myself or anyone else in a positive way. What has the medical field taught you? I'm open to hearing the good and the bad.

hat do you find most rewarding about the medical field, specifically nursing?
Was the process worth where you're at now? I'm head strong at the fact that I'd never want to spend my life doing a career that didn't teach me anything or benefit my life in some way.

What do you find most rewarding about the medical field, specifically nursing? ?
Was the process worth where you're at now? I'm head strong at the fact that I'd never want to spend my life doing a career that didn't teach me anything or benefit my life in some way.

For those who have done apprenticeships for nursing certifications, was it worth it and what was the experience like?
I've seen a few hospitals and clinics offering apprenticeships for nursing certifications, and I was curious as to what that may look like and if you feel as if it was worth it. What are the positives and negatives of an apprenticeship? What did your day to day life look like as an apprentice? Any additional insights would be appreciated, thank you.

For those who worked in healthcare while going to college to get their BSN, how was your experience?
I'm considering the possibility of working as a CNA while simultaneously going to school to get a BSN. For those who have done just that or similarly, I'd like to know how your overall experience was. What was the most worth while? What was the most difficult part or most significant obstacle you had to face? How did you overcome these difficulties? Any other insights, advice, experiences, etc, would be greatly appreciated, thank you.

How do I become a Rn?
I’m a 17 year old CNA and I want to become a RN. Im a junior in high school and after this summer I will be a senior. What is the fastest and most efficient way to become an RN?

What are some of the best collages to get your BSN ?
I'm a sophomore in high school and will graduate with my CNA license and I'm starting my search for collage.

can I go to the army after college?
can you join the army after you get your certification in RN? If so how can i go about doing that?


Can you become a nurse without being a cna?
Can you become a nurse without being a cna.