Becoming a CNA

jenni82104 · Feb 19, 2009

Whoa, that is really expensive. Thanks for the info!

bronzemint23 · Feb 19, 2009

wow, compared to that, the red cross program is way cheaper and not as long! i'm finally going to take the step today to go sign up for the cna class..... making it official that i'm about to embark upon a new journey! :)

Sirena922 · Feb 19, 2009

Where did you decide to go Bronze?

solsun · Feb 19, 2009

The thing about that http://www.mycareereducation.org website is that it's Michigan's eligible training provider list for their No Worker Left Behind program. So if you go into Michigan Works and qualify for the program, and they consider CNA an in-demand occupation in the region, they would pay for the training.

IHeartPeds87 · Feb 19, 2009

For the cost of everything that you guys are saying, why not go full force and get a PCT (patient care technicien) certification? this gives you phlebotomy and EKG training as well. The course usually lasts roughly 6 weeks and costs anywhere from 1 thousand to 1500 dollars.....which yeah isn't cheap but not that much more than the amount of money you all are talking about and you seem to get a lot more skills.

ToniJL · Jul 30, 2009

I had a quick question? Is it mandatory to take a course in order to take the CNA state test?

777RN, BSN, RN · Jul 31, 2009

Hi!

You can request an exemption from nurse aide training using this form:

http://www.michigan.gov/documents/cis_fhs_bhser_cnatrainexempt_59252_7.pdf

The requirements to do so, however, are very strict and very specific. Check it out to see if you qualify.

Hope this helps!

Best,

Wendy

bronzemint23 · Aug 3, 2009

already took the class, been waiting to take the state exam, so just starting to study for it now. i'm technically certified to work as a nurse assistant, but i haven't had any luck finding work, anyone know of any doctor's office or hospital hiring?