FutureNurse965

I'm taking my CNA class through a high school career center, so it's an entire school year long. We attend class and go to clinicals for ~2 1/2 hours a day.

I just turned 17 and will be getting my cert at 17 as well. My teacher said I might be able to be hired at some LTCs, but it might be more difficult for me until I turn 18 because of limitations like not being able to use the mechanical lift. Good luck on your class! :)

I also have a late birthday I'm 16 and currently enrolled in a CNA course. I think our state has changed their regulations, as you used to have to be 17 to take your state boards. I haven't run into any problems yet though with my course and there are high school juniors in the class as well as seniors. Nursing homes, at least in my state, are low on CNAs and they are willing to work with schooling and other problems. I wish you luck :)

It just depends on where you work as to pay. LTCs just in my county range anywhere from $11-15 starting out.

I am a senior in high school about to start CNA classes and I'm curious as to what I should expect for clinicals. Any other tips would be appreciated as well :) I'm aware that it's so much more than just helping elderly people out of bed, feeding them, etc. (Not sure if I can say the same about my classmates though.)