Highschool and CNA?

CandAmommy · Jul 9, 2009

When do you plan to actually work? I think it would be difficult while you are still in highschool. Most shifts you would be able to do would be 11-7 or 12 hour 7-7, but than when would you sleep? Or did you plan to just work on weekends? It is hard work. If you think you can do it, go for it!

TaraRae123 · Jul 9, 2009

I am still thinking it through, but I could work weekends and a few nights per week. I worked housekeeping after school last year, and waitressed on weekends and still managed all A's. Nursing will require more effort so I hope I can handle it.

CandAmommy · Jul 9, 2009

You will be way too tired if you plan to work nights during the school week. That is just my opinion of course.

Jolie, BSN · Jul 9, 2009

Does your school offer CNA training as part of a vocational program? You may be able to take CNA training for high school credit and without the cost of tuition. Check with your high schol counselor.

Good luck!

fuzzywuzzy, CNA · Jul 9, 2009

I thought you had to be 18 to be a CNA. And already have a high school diploma.

TaraRae123 · Jul 9, 2009

Not in Florida. You need to be 18 if you are challenging the exam. Any age if you take a state approved course.

ohiocleveland · Jul 10, 2009

Hey, I have a few questions for CNAs. I am still in high school and there is a 5 week CNA program, its 5 saturdays and $450 for everything (the class, exam, cpr, first aid). I am then elligable to take the exam and be licensed. I graduate highschool in june 2010 and want a CNA job because I feel it will be better then working at a fast food resturant. Good idea?
Is it hard being a CNA and going to school?
Does this program sound good (I am a fast learner)?
What is it like being a CNA?
Anything you wish someone told you?

Congradulations on looking ahead and starting a career while in high school. As, one mention you should check with your school first to see if they can point you into a direction where you wont have to pay out of your pocket. Being a CNA is a very very hard job and very very rewarding job, you learn great time management skills, how to work with a diverse group of people and most importantly make a difference in someone life.

When looking into a CNA program you should first check with your State and find out the required hours you need to take the exam, secondly, find out if the school/program is an approved training center by your State. Good luck!