Cna Exam

Hi Kay51, I'm in Cali and I just finished my CNA class. One of the things we were tested on in class was that you need 50 hours of theory and 100 hours of clinical time (in Califorina) to qualify to take the state exam. Someone who has successfully completed the first semester of an RN program would also qualify. I know every state can be different. I did it through a community college which was way more realistic for me than some other places that required attendance every day. My first 3 weeks were 2 full days then the next 13 weeks were 1 half day lecture and 1 full day clinical. It went by fast. Hope this helps. Good luck!

many states require a clincial component to your cna training just to be able to take the test unless you meet other requirements

I am in much the same situation as you are. I am starting nurse's training and just can't get the time off from my job to attend CNA classes. I ordered a 900 page text book from Amazon that is used in CNA courses and I have an Aunt who is an LPN with over 30 yrs. experience. She has agreed to help me master things like bp. I have worked in home health care for years and I am hoping this helps me. The thing is, I don't know if I will be eligable to take the exam without having finished a CNA course. I'll let you know if I find out anything.

I took my certification exam in Florida and although I did take a course in it, I also know that a person could challenge the exam, which means they could take it without any experience or schooling. If you can do that in your state then my advice would be to get a book about the test, usually you can find them at your library, and maybe watch some videos about how to do the practical part. The hardest skill is probably taking blood pressure so I would find a friend to practice on for that one. Here's a link to a site that offers videos on the skills you'll need to know. Good luck!!

http://deptets.fvtc.edu/nursing/index.htm