Does it Matter what CNA school for Jobs

[FrannieMac]

When you apply for your first CNA job (espically at a regular hospital) does it matter where you went to CNA school? I understand as long as it is a state approved school, you can get your certificate (as long as you pass). But I'm more concerned with the hiring process. Someone told me it DOES matter, because the hiring manager would want to hire someone with better schooling if she is choosing amongst newbies. If this is true, to which extent does it matter??

There is a vocation school in my area that cost almost $2000.00 and the clases last 2 months! Where as the rest of the schools last only 2 weeks and cost less than $1000.00, some even $400.00. I don't want to spend 2 grand if I don't have to. But if it means a big differrence during the hiring process, I think I may have to. I don't know....

[Paws2people]

It doesn't matter. It's not like there is a "Yale" or "Harvard" of CNA schools. Employers just want someone who has the qualifications, personality, and possibly experience for the position. They are looking for someone who will blend in nicely at their facility. As long as you have the state certification, you will be fine. Good luck :)

[kenya1005]

Two weeks?? I guess it depends on the state. We had to do 75 lecture and 100 clinical hours.