Fastest CNA Classes

Hello...

Can anyone tell me if there is a speedy way to get through CNA training? Are all the Clinical's included in the 8 week course? I've heard of Theory and Clinical's going on at the same time in a program w/ longer day's. Or online classes for the Theory w/ otj training for the Clinicals?

Thank You. Need to finish fast to add my name to a waiting list for advanced training. However...I am having second thought's re/ the entire profession based on some of the negativity expressed here on AllNurses and seen in person.

Also...I already know that the CNA work is backbreaking and wonder why a living wage is not paid for this very necessary nursing work which is the backbone of LTC? In California these dedicated, hard worker's are unable to afford the cost of living and live in poverty?

Every profession has value. I hate to read some of the insensitive statements I have seen posted on this forum in the short time I have been here. It is those statements that make being a CNA not only a stressful, under paid and backbreaking job...but a 'Thankless' job as well.

allbtter