Required to take CNA course before entering nursing school?

AmyLiz · May 21, 2004

It depends on the school. Mine did, some don't. Talk to your advisor and they'll be able to give you the answer. :)

z's playa · May 21, 2004

Nope...never heard of that. I'm going in green

I suppose...it would be helpful as is any experience towards anything

but no it is not necesssary here.

Sheri257 · May 21, 2004

Most programs in my area don't require it, but there's one school that does.

While a CNA course is somewhat repetitive since you acquire the same training in nursing school, some schools require it because a lot of people go through pre-reqs and don't realize they can't handle things like body fluids.

That's why some programs require the CNA first.

Achoo!, LPN · May 21, 2004

My college will require it as of next year. They are implementing a new program to coincide with all CC. We will also be able to sit fr the LPN exam after the first year.

purplemania, BSN, RN · May 21, 2004

One of the first steps in becoming a professional nurse is to get information from reliable sources. I imagine if you call the Nursing School you will get more accurate info. Good luck in your studies!

kathc · May 21, 2004

Mine doesn't, but I have heard of some that do.

Nur_1996 · May 21, 2004

My LPN program required it. That was 8/9 years ago, not sure if they still do??

Energizer Bunny · May 21, 2004

Never heard of one requiring it, but since other posters on here have said that some do, I guess they are out there, huh? Mine doesn't, obviously.

klone, MSN, RN · May 21, 2004

Ours does. Either be an actual CNA, or take a CNA course (in which case, you don't actually have to become certified). My class starts in two weeks.

Truly_Blessed · May 21, 2004

Unless the people inthe nursing department have told you that you need to be a CNA I wouldn't worry about it. If in doubt, call them up. Our ADN program requires that you are an CNA or LVN before you decide to apply. Our LVN doesn't require you to be a CNA first.

jcardwell · May 21, 2004

The school that I have been accepted to requires you go to CNA school before you start the program. The other school in our area which had over 900 applications this year and picks by lottery, just announced you have to go to CNA school before you even apply to the school next year. That should cut down on the applications next year.