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wow that is a mighty short class,I havent even started my classes yet,but just wanted to tell you that in my area(georgia/florida line) the hospital here is always advertising for CNA'S and all is required is a GED and CNA . goodluck! Michelle

Here in Tennessee you do not have to be certified to work in the hospital, only in LTC. One hospital here in the Nashville area has you take a PCT exam before you are hired. This hospital also has a PCT training course which is 6 weeks long, free, and they pay you as they train you. It also has a long waiting list. I am on that list, but I think that I am pretty far down. You might want to check your hospitals to see if they have a program. There is also a place here that takes students every Monday which Vandy hires from. It is a 5 week course. It also costs $600. One other thing, you might want to try your local LTC's. The NHC here in my area has a training program that is 3 weeks long. I didn't get in last months class, but I am almost positive they are accepting me this month. This program is also free and they do not make you sign a contract to work for them.

I hope that this was helpful. I know that I am not in your area, but maybe they have some of the same things. Also, check your state nursing board website. Our's lists all the nurse aid programs in the state.

Good Luck!
Kayla