Am I too old to start taking CNA training ?

I would appreciate some honest opinions. I have been unemployed for a year now and there are no jobs in my area. There seem to be plenty of opportunities for CNA's. I am 59 and in perfect health. I have looked at the training materials and it looks doable. Heavy lifting might be an issue. Light lifting O.K. Do you think I am too old to consider going back to school? Thanks

No Way, you're not too old. In my cna class most of the women were older and they did great, if you are in good physical health do it. As for the lifting just use good body mechanics and ask for help when needed, you'll be your age anyway so why not be your age and have some additional education too. I wish you lots of luck and success.

No Way, you're not too old. In my cna class most of the women were older and they did great, if you are in good physical health do it. As for the lifting just use good body mechanics and ask for help when needed, you'll be your age anyway so why not be your age and have some additional education too. I wish you lots of luck and success.

Angelika said: No Way, you're not too old. In my cna class most of the women were older and they did great, if you are in good physical health do it. As for the lifting just use good body mechanics and ask for help when needed, you'll be your age anyway so why not be your age and have some additional education too. I wish you lots of luck and success.

No, if your in good health. I am 56 and took a CNA course at Delaware College; however, I was the oldest one in the class, including a 51 year old, so we became good friends. Not a good idea to start CNA classes without discussing with the administrator the age group of the class. GOOD LUCK!

I was the oldest one in my class and it did not bother me at all. I really find it refreshing to be around younger people. You will be trained on the proper lifting techniques. I suggest doing some exercises to strengthen your back as well. You find this to be a very rewarding career choice. Good Luck!

I just finisg CNA classes at my Community College I was the oldest at 60 by 25 years. It was fine. A few of the young women included me after a few classes. I enjoyed the learning and the time spent with young, enthusiastic people. Please, go for it! It is never too late. Good luck.

PS I too was worried about the lifting but was taught proper technique with the gait belt and did fine without strain to myself.

Heck nah!! Right on old lady! You can do it! ;)

ticketyboo in Bridgeport, Connecticut said: I would appreciate some honest opinions. I have been unemployed for a year now and there are no jobs in my area. There seem to be plenty of opportunities for CNA's. I am 59 and in perfect health. I have looked at the training materials and it looks doable. Heavy lifting might be an issue. Light lifting O.K. Do you think I am too old to consider going back to school? Thanks

If you are unemployed and no experience then it will be very hard if not impossible. Even at my age of 36, I have been told that changing careers is impossible and that time spent going to school will still be seen as a major employment gap

I'm 57 years old, in good health - unemployed - went to CNA classes at a community college and received my CNA certificate. I was able to get a I part-time position with the option within 2-3 months to get a full-time position with the company that hired a student CNA. I thank GOD everyday for the opportunity to have a part-time job. Don't give up!

You aren't to old, but you would want to stay fit. Only problem older workers have is the health insurance issue and employers worried about claims.

Germany and other nations value older workers for their experience and it's more difficult for younger workers to find employment. But of course they have spread the costs of health care with national health policies and also have kept the cost down.

You can also take a foreign language, you never know. Maybe you could be working in France or Italy. Might as well enjoy life too.

In my CNA class that just ended last month, one of the students was a 60 year old man. He finished the CNA program and now he's taking his prereqs for nursing school. You can do it!

Carolinagirl1112 in Wake Forest, North Carolina said: In my CNA class that just ended last month, one of the students was a 60 year old man. He finished the CNA program and now he's taking his prereqs for nursing school. You can do it!

What type of school was this?? When you google CNA training you get these overpriced online schools or for profit career colleges. If you have a degree in something else should you just get a 2nd BA/BS degree or community college program?

Nick L in Medford, Massachusetts said: What type of school was this?? When you google CNA training you get these overpriced online schools or for profit career colleges. If you have a degree in something else should you just get a 2nd BA/BS degree or community college program?

The school is Wake Tech in Raleigh, NC. The CNA program is offered there probably 20+ times a year. Our class was fast-track and was only one month but it was full-time. The tuition for the class was less than $250 and then you buy your books, scrubs, any shots you may need, etc. They have a great reputation at that school.

If you already have a degree in something else, you should easily be able to get a degree in nursing just by taking a few classes. Some even offer classes online, so if that's something that interests you, I would definitely look into it.

ticketyboo in Bridgeport, Connecticut said: I would appreciate some honest opinions. I have been unemployed for a year now and there are no jobs in my area. There seem to be plenty of opportunities for CNA's. I am 59 and in perfect health. I have looked at the training materials and it looks doable. Heavy lifting might be an issue. Light lifting O.K. Do you think I am too old to consider going back to school? Thanks

I don't think you are ever to old to do what you want to do. This is a profession you will have to love doing to do it. I am thinking about taking it myself and I am 61. The lifting might be an issue for me also but I am going for it.

I am 61 and am thinking about taking the CNA class. I was a Medical Assistant for about 15 yrs and love working in the medical field. I have always wanted to be a nurse but never had the opportunity or the money. That is what I wanted to do out of high school and I got married instead. Back then, women wanted to be housewives and mothers. Now I feel I may have come full circle and have the chance to be what I have always wanted to be. Wish me luck!

You go girl! You are an inspiration

You go girl ! You are an inspiration

as long as you can lift you will be fine good luck!!

ticketyboo in Bridgeport, Connecticut said: I would appreciate some honest opinions. I have been unemployed for a year now and there are no jobs in my area. There seem to be plenty of opportunities for CNA's. I am 59 and in perfect health. I have looked at the training materials and it looks doable. Heavy lifting might be an issue. Light lifting O.K. Do you think I am too old to consider going back to school? Thanks

Definitely not! It's inspiring to see someone such as yourself still looking to do work! If you think you can do it, then do it. Most of it just the mindset you have. And if it ends up you can't lift alot or can't handle it, then it was worth a try! (:

I just passed my State of Ill exam. I took the classes this summer at a community college. I was 25 years older than the next oldest student. I am 60 years old. This is a worthy use of my time and my energy. The very best to you if you decide to pursue this effort.

ticketyboo in Bridgeport, Connecticut said: I would appreciate some honest opinions. I have been unemployed for a year now and there are no jobs in my area. There seem to be plenty of opportunities for CNA's. I am 59 and in perfect health. I have looked at the training materials and it looks doable. Heavy lifting might be an issue. Light lifting O.K. Do you think I am too old to consider going back to school? Thanks

No you are not too old. I have been a CNA for 20 years and have loved every minute of it...as far as being worried about the lifting, don't be. Just pay attention and follow the lifting techniques they show you and you will do just fine. Plus we CNA's always work together. You will not lift anyone too heavy by yourself.