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Thanks for replying! You're probably right. The red cross is having an orientation next week on the 25th, so I'll just sign up for the september class and look for another job in the meantime. I wasn't expecting to wait 2 months, but oh well. I'll just keep myself busy. :)

A while back I saw a thread where people were discussing how they became a CNA through an LTC/nursing home/assisted living facility. The facility trained them for free in exchange for work (usually up to a year). Anyway, I'm not going to type it all over again, but CNA classes are unavailable at the moment. Yes, you heard that right! All four CC in my area cancelled their programs, the Red Cross is full until september, and the technical schools are charging anywhere from 3-5k. The adult school CNA programs in my areas are also full until september. This is why I decided to call a bunch of LTC/nursing homes/assisted living facilities to see if they offered CNA certification via on the job training. I can't tell you how many facilities I called off of this .gov list: https://hfcis.cdph.ca.gov/LongTermCare/FullListing.aspx?st=ltc Not a single one said yes. They all said no, which leads me to think this method of CNA- on the job training is outdated. Has anyone within the last year or two completed a CNA certification through an LTC? I'm not sure if I should keep calling or if I'm just wasting my time doing so. Someone please heeeeeeeelp!~ Not sure if this info is any helpful but I live in the los angeles area, specifically San Fernando Valley. Any info, tips, insight is appreciated.

Thanks for responding! I will look that information up and start calling. Also, I didn't even know CNA classes were offered online so thanks for letting me know.

Well, nothing has been going as planned. My plan was to attend an accelerated BSN program since I just got by BA from a four year uni, but my GPA is horrible so I decided to do the 2 year nursing program at my local CC. I figured the first step in getting my foot in the door is to become a CNA, but I've hit a few road blocks. I was planning on doing a CNA program but they're all really expensive. All four community colleges around my area have shut down their CNA program. The commercial schools (the ones on TV with commercials) are charging 3000-4000 for CNA classes. I also called the Red Cross but they are full and their next open session isn't until august/september. The local high school/continuation schools are a semester long and won't start until september. I am itching to start working as a CNA. This leads me to the actual question. I've read a few posts on here where people have gotten their CNA license and training via a Long Term Care facility. Most people say they were trained for free in exchange for committing to work for the facility for at least a year. I know many have said the working conditions are a bit ugly or harsh, but I don't care! I am willing to put in the work. One year is a long commitment, but I am not moving anywhere, have no kids, and no other responsibilities except bills. Anyway, do these type of programs still exist? If so, who do I contact? or do I just call every single LTC facility in my area and inquire will you train me in exchange for my labor?” More information that might be helpful: I am a guy, 23, living in Los Angeles, California. I do have previous work experience (not in health care). Any responses are greatly appreciated! Thank you allnurses for helping a lost individual, haha.

Well, nothing has been going as planned. My plan was to attend an accelerated BSN program since I just got by BA from a four year uni, but my GPA is horrible so I decided to do the 2 year nursing program at my local CC. I figured the first step in getting my foot in the door is to become a CNA, but I've hit a few road blocks. I was planning on doing a CNA program but they're all really expensive. All four community colleges around my area have shut down their CNA program. The commercial schools (the ones on TV with commercials) are charging 3000-4000 for CNA classes. I also called the Red Cross but they are full and their next open session isn't until august/september. The local high school/continuation schools are a semester long and won't start until september. I am itching to start working as a CNA. This leads me to the actual question. I've read a few posts on here where people have gotten their CNA license and training via a Long Term Care facility. Most people say they were trained for free in exchange for committing to work for the facility for at least a year. I know many have said the working conditions are a bit ugly or harsh, but I don't care! I am willing to put in the work. One year is a long commitment, but I am not moving anywhere, have no kids, and no other responsibilities except bills. Anyway, do these type of programs still exist? If so, who do I contact? or do I just call every single LTC facility in my area and inquire will you train me in exchange for my labor?” More information that might be helpful: I am a guy, 23, living in Los Angeles, California. I do have previous work experience (not in health care). Any responses are greatly appreciated! Thank you allnurses for helping a lost individual, haha.