Re: Ltc training
Check with Graceland Manor. They used to have a CNA training program, but I'm not sure if they still do. Also, the VA hospital used to have a program where if you volunteered for them for about 5 or 6 weeks (basic stuff like directing visitors, wheeling discharges out, etc) they would put you through their 5-week CNA program at no charge.
You could also try TN Technology Center. Their CNA program is 5 weeks and is relatively inexpensive (I think about $300). Do NOT fall for the Concorde Career Institute "Patient Care Tech" program or whatever they're calling it these days. $10,000 for a glorified 9-month CNA program.
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