Volunteering Questions

If the doc is ok with being a reference, it sounds like a good opportunity. But I would only list it as volunteer work if the doc says its ok to do so.

Most nursing programs go by points system. Nowhere that I applied or thought about applying to took volunteer experience into consideration, and only one school cared that I was a CNA.

Hello,

I am a pre-nursing student and I was wondering if this can be considered good experience: A doctor told me that he will train me to do a CNA's job and I can go and take the CNA exam later without going through a program. Is this a good idea? Or should I stick with a program? Also, if I choose to learn from the doctor can I count that as valuable volunteering experience? Will it help me in my nursing school application?

Thank you very much!

A doctor "train" you to do a CNA's job? How so? Is this a doctor you know who wants you to work in his office?

Sounds like he's talking about training for a MA (medical assistant); all you need for that is to learn the simple tasks he'll want you to do in his office. But don't mistake that for a CNA position; CNA's would not work in an office setting, but rather wherever they would be helping nurses with direct patient care (Certified Nurse's Aide).

CNA's are expected to do bed baths, clean the incontinent, feed patients, etc. How is this doctor going to teach you these things?

If the program you are interested in has informational meetings or presentations, I suggest going to one! Will probably clear up a lot of questions.