Prenursing while a CNA

jinglebellrocks25 · Apr 20, 2011

I think it depends on how many hours you work per week, # of classes you're taking, etc. When I was taking prenursing courses, I worked as a CNA. I only worked part time. It was stressing, and tiring. But it was good experience!

mzrainydayz, BSN, RN · Apr 20, 2011

Yes I think you can do both at the same time but it may take you a lil longer than others to complete the preqs. Don't try to overload yourself. I only take 2 classes a semester. I am a Patient care tech I work part time 3 days and go to school partime(2 days). I attend evening and online classes. I make good grades gotten b's in all preqs. I also have a 3yr old so I juggle alot but I make it work. Doing a good job at work is equal important to doing good at school. This summer I will be taking my last preq which is math 110, so ready to get this class over and done, then I can apply to the ADN program in sept for the Jan class. Good luck!

THELIVINGWORST, ASN, RN · Apr 20, 2011

Its def possible....I work full time as a CNA (three 12hr shifts/week) and Im taking 19 credits including AP2 and micro. I dont have kids but I DO have great study habits.

mandispooner · Apr 21, 2011

It is definitely possible. I have worked full time while taking prenursing classes.

Al.ginger · Apr 21, 2011

They actually recommend it! In one college that I apply, nursing program require a 3-month full-time experience as a CNA. If you have a license or took the class it's not count!!!

So, I'm working as a CNA on weekends and taking Anatomy, General phsychology and communication this semester. YOu have to work hard to get into nursing! And yes, I have a 1-year old to take care, so I'm taking on-line where possible. But it works so far. I'm first in my psychology class and getting solid A in communication and anatomy

juliaann · Apr 21, 2011

I worked full-time as a CNA while taking all my pre-reqs. I took a full course load every semester and had no problems earning a 4.0.

Definitely consider other aspects in your life, too - it's not just work and school you need to think about. Do you have a family? Do you value going out/time with friends?

Everyone's different. But it is possible to be a successful pre-nursing student (and nursing student!) while working full-time. Most of my coworkers are also somewhere on the path of pre-nursing or nursing coursework! :)

karamarie91 · Apr 23, 2011

I just got my CNA certification Sunday, and I plan to work part time as a CNA while I finish these prereqs. I plan to work with a nursing home and home health agency(which I heard is much more flexible). But my priority is school, so I dont want exhaust myself.

Misslady113 · Apr 23, 2011

Yes you can do it. I'm a CNA and I have 4.0 so far. Any job you get can interfere with school if you let it. The good thing about being a CNA is that I get to work overnight shifts on the weekends so it doesn't clash with my classes. And there is enough down time on the night shift to get any school work done.

rn4me2be · Apr 23, 2011

I dont have kids but I DO have great study habits.

That's what it takes! Great study habits!

sanu22 · Apr 25, 2011

yes u can!!

lrlat · Apr 29, 2011

I am currently a CNA and I have been accepted for the Fall RN program at TJC. I find it very easy to do both, if you accept a weekend doubles, position. That means 6A-10P on Sat and Sun, and they pay you 7.5 comp time. So it affords full-time pay for part-time schedule.