Androoo

I just got confirmation I can be 16 to receive my license. I checked out the Clinical Care Extender Program, seems very worthy but is unfortunately not around my area. I am just going to focus on volunteering. Does anyone think I should just walk into a nursing home or hospital, introduce myself, and ask about volunteer opurtunities?

Ah ok, I see. The school i'm attending once this school year ends allows me to be 16, but i'm assuming it's 18 to become licensed. That's alright! Just more time to gain more experience.

Yeah, I assumed you would have to be 18. Bummer, but there's more time for volunteer experience I guess! Clinical Care Extended Program. Got it! Thank you very much. This is awesome! I'm going to look into that program, and try to get as much experience as I can to help me come by a job quicker.

My name is Andrew, and I am planning on training to become a CNA during this upcoming Summer. I am still in High School, hence I am still 16 years old. I am thinking it would be a good idea to get certified while in High School, so then right when I graduate or even before I graduate I can start looking for work. Is it possible to work so young as a CNA (17)? I've also heard without prior work experience it might be difficult to get a job. Does volunteering count as experience? Does anyone know where it would be a good place for me to start volunteering? I am in the Palm Springs area. I am definitely motivated to continue my career as a nurse but I am just wondering about how my chances seem to be after I graduate. I'm looking to getting this path moving fast. Thank you. :)