How many hours did you work during prerequisites?

[Skippy97]

I have been living abroad but am returning to the US, to start my prerequisites, I already signed up for a CNA class for as soon as I get back. I would just like a rough idea of how many hours people have worked/ been able to handle from personal experience. I know I need to find my own suitable amount, however, it's nice to hear others experiences.

Thank you!

[CrunchRN, ADN, RN]

40. Fulltime.

[Skippy97]

40. Fulltime.

did you take on a full load or just part-time classes? Thank you for your response!

[Here.I.Stand, BSN, RN]

24-32 hours per week, until my final semester. I had a newborn baby while in nursing school as well. Classes were full time.

[WestKyKing]

I'm currently working full-time 40 hrs, night shift. I go to school directly after work. I've been able to mainton an A in A&P1. I'll have a different sch. for the fall tho with A&P2 and other classes

[Skippy97]

WOW amazing! I was just hopingg to be able to work 12 hours haha, but you guys are inspiring! a baby too! nice! ty

[mindofmidwifery, ADN]

I've been working 24-32 hours a week

[Purple_roses]

The hours you'll be able to work will probably depend on your job. I worked as a home-care CNA during my prereqs, and my supervisor told me that I could bring my books and study whenever my clients didn't need assistance. So I worked 50-60 hours per week while taking 15 credit hours per semester.

[CrunchRN, ADN, RN]

Full load work and school and work. Doable.

[Wiggly Litchi]

Both full and part time - hours varied week to week, but the full time weeks weren't too hectic. This was with a full-time course load.

Totally doable, just budget your time well.

[Skippy97]

Thank you to everyone who responded! I appreciate the responses!

[Gemini616, RN]

I worked 18 hours a week.