I'd like to get a CNA cert-- good idea?

Hi all... (waves)

I'm a social worker with an MSW, and there are NO JOBS, NONE, NONE, NONE for MSW's in this area. (Did I mention there weren't any around here?) Anyway, one thing I've actually seen several times now in medical social work job descriptions is that they want a concurrent CNA certification. So I've been thinking very seriously about getting that. I think it can only help with those kinds of jobs. Also, it would be a way to definitely be able to have a job right now! I do not expect to make tons of money, but I HAVE to be bringing in SOMETHING!!! My areas of specialization are gerontology and community mental health, so I would love to be in either of those fields.

There are a couple of programs around here-- the free ones either have a long waiting list, or you get stuck working somewhere you may not want to work, so I would rather just pay for it myself. What does everyone think? All opinions appreciated!