CNA programs in Philadelphia???

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Heya! I'm actually going to be going to jefferson in the spring of next year (2010) and I was thinking maybe I could become a CNA and work side by side with an RN in the meantime. I am currently a Medical Assistant but am unsure if I should focus more on the clinical aspects of medical assisting until nursing school or grab some experience with more direct patient care as a CNA.

Also... having trouble finding CNA programs here in Philadelphia, specially in center city. I applied for a program in Holy Redeemer but they have a huge waiting list. Any help??

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Red Cross offers CNA programs, but you'll want to call them to find out about them. The website doesn't really have good info.

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If you're willing to cross the river, Gloucester County College has 2 CNA sessions this summer, for $1,049. July 6 through 27 and August 5 through 28.

https://conted.gccnj.edu

Oops. I take that back. The courses are closed already. You may want to call them and see if they have a waiting list. Sorry and best of luck!

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thanks much! Any other information on CNA training in Philadelphia would be great! Center city area would be amazing

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I found a nice list of nursing aide programs in Philadelphia, PA for all those having a hard time seeking places that offer training.

http://www.pde.state.pa.us/career_edu/lib/career_edu/County2009.pdf

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I hope they updated it- I had the list from the department of ed last year and when I called through many of the places had not operated a CNA class for a while.

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