To CNA first and add on...or just go for PCT program?

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Hi, Im 23 and a student finishing up my AA to move on to eventually be a physicians assistant. In the meantime I need a job. I see all these programs for PCT and CNA and Im pretty sure i have the difference. Heres my dillema

Do I:

1. Take the short course and become a CNA, then get my phlebotomy and EKG and whatever else I can put under my belt and then try and get a job. (pros-much shorter time period for the CNA but a little more than that for the phlebotomy and EKG-less money spent-approx $1200 total for all)

2. Take the PCT course offered at my local tech school, which dosent include phlebotomy anyway (CNA, EKG and HHA certs only) which will take about 4-6 months. (more time, more money--about $2000 total)

Is having my diploma from the school that says Im a PCT worth all that much more?

School starts soon and Ive wracked my brain and I dont know what to do. I need advice here! Help!

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I agree with you !!!

I am in the same back n forth tug o war .. I am leaning toward the CNA then upgrading with the Phleb

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definatley CNA!

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I took a CNA course first and became ceritified. I'm actually starting my PCT class today where I'll learn blood draws, EKG, suction, catheters, etc.

It was a requirement to be a CNA to get into the class.

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i agree with you !!!

i am in the same back n forth tug o war .. i am leaning toward the cna then upgrading with the phleb

i decided on cna 1st

i am starting my cna monday !!!:yeah:(i posted in another thread)

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