F1 status can do CNA clinical?

[Fernanda Barbosa]

I have F1 status and I'm studying in a ESL school, but I'll also do CNA training, it's OK for me to do the mandatory 30 hours clinical? I do have SSN and it's not a remunerated job, it's just clinical.

thanks! 

[NRSKarenRN, BSN, RN]

Since clinical is part of the education for CNA role and not paid employment, not a problem.  A few nursing programs require CNA certification to get into nursing school.

F1 nonimmigrant students can seek employment after first year of college per regulations https://www.ice.gov/sevis/employment#offCE

Best wishes in perusing a nursing career.