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Jessica of Indiana in Seymour, Indiana

16 months ago

In the near future I plan on going to school for my LPN. I want to start with getting my CNA liscense. How do you get certified without having to be employed with a company for example a nursing home and not taking online courses or having to take a year course? Your help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

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charisma nyc ny in Schenectady, New York

16 months ago

jessica u can pay for your cna class it shouldnt take more than 12 wks in ny u can get them done in 4wks im sure it is the same where u are u just have to ask around if your willing 2 pay u should find a class easily

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Wendy in Indianapolis, Indiana

16 months ago

TRY INDIANAHEALTHCAREERTRAINING.COM
They offer the course in 4 weeks in Sellersburg Indiana. I think the cost in 400-410. It may be something you can work with.

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Linda Shorter

16 months ago

I am looking for a new adventure in my life.I've taking care of my mother she was disable and living at home,and Iget off work and take care of her needs.I've giving her bath,feeding her,combing her hair,rubbing her feets,mostly just taking care og her.That is not much training but I will give it my best.For one thign I ENJOY BEING WITH ELDERLY PEOPLES.She is pass on but I have a little under my sleeve,I am just looking for a new adventure in my life.PLEASE HELP ME.THANK-YOU FOR YOUR TIME.

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Jackie in Leeds, Alabama

10 months ago

Do you know of a place where i can take the CNA test when i have a felony. I have a drug charge 7 in a half years ago. I found a job that will hire me i just need to be certified. Im looking for somewhere i can take classes to be certified in four weeks. I like in Anniston Alabama. Please help me.

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EZnurse in Zionsville, Indiana

10 months ago

Jackie in Leeds, Alabama said: Do you know of a place where i can take the CNA test when i have a felony. I have a drug charge 7 in a half years ago. I found a job that will hire me i just need to be certified. Im looking for somewhere i can take classes to be certified in four weeks. I like in Anniston Alabama. Please help me.

It will all depends if you got the charge in the state where you live, if so,I think they go back 10 years. You can take the test and answer the questions to CHARGES, honestly, they will probable contact you and ask you for an explanation, if they have any question, and if there if they are wiling to give it to you. If they approve after revising the case they will let you know. I hope this helps

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CINDY

9 months ago

DO YOU NO OF ANY NURSING HOMES IN INDIANA THAT OFFER CNA? IF SO EMAIL ME AT COLE47140@AOL.COM THANK YOU

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Alex in Saint Joseph, Missouri

9 months ago

Hello, I was wondering if you could help me on the right track to obtaining my CNA license. I would be willing to pay for my own classes which are offered at Hillyards every month for about $320.00. The problem with that is, I need to find employment in a healthcare setting before I'd be accepted into the program. With that said, maybe I should find employment with someone who also offers the training free. But I'm not sure if working in nursing homes is where I want to end up. Any advice on how to get a job without any formal training or licenses in a healthcare setting so I can begin career? Thank you. Please email me at alleyzworld@msn.com Also, I am from Missouri, if that helps.

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cindy

9 months ago

HEY CHECK HOSPITALS MOST NURSE TECHS DOESNT REQUIRE CNAS..

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Randy in Chino Hills, California

9 months ago

I'm looking for a place in the San Gabriel Valley area in California to attend CNA class. Thanks.

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claudette elmore in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

9 months ago

i just need to now the nearest place to go to take this class in baton rouge, and soon.

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justin in Moorefield, West Virginia

9 months ago

Jessica of Indiana in Seymour, Indiana said: In the near future I plan on going to school for my LPN. I want to start with getting my CNA liscense. How do you get certified without having to be employed with a company for example a nursing home and not taking online courses or having to take a year course? Your help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

hey as a matter or fact i had this same question and then i started asking nursing homes if they offered the classes and they indeed do. i am now taking a class that is only 6 weeks long so try asking the nursing homes and you dont even have to have experience or even work for a nursing home/hospital!!!

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Vonne in Perry, Florida

9 months ago

can you have a felony and still be a cna in perry, florida if the felony is 11 years old?

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Marci in Moody, Alabama

9 months ago

yes do you know where I can take C.N.A Classes at instead of me going to abig college or can I take classes from my home then take test test somewere.

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Allison in Alberta, Virginia

8 months ago

I'm currently enrolled in a RN program, but I would like to become a CNA for experience. I'm not sure how to find a school near me though, if anyone can help a\can you please e-mail me at; amw2248@email.vccs.edu. thanks

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Sharon in Indianapolis, Indiana

6 months ago

I have a certification in pharmacy, phlebotomy. I would like to take the
cna certification test without having to take the classes. How do I do this?, I
think I would pass it as I have had over 30 years of medical experience.

Please e-mail me if you know how I could pay to take the CNA test without taking
the classes.

Thank you, Sharon of Indianapolis, Indiana

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Teresa in Louisville, Kentucky

6 months ago

Indiana Health Careers (Sellersburg, Indiana) offers a 3 week CNA program with State Certifiction the week following the course.
They have a take home DVD to study and practice your skills before the exam. They also have a take home practice test to prepare for the written exam. The tuition is $400.

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Sharon in Indianapolis, Indiana

6 months ago

Thank you for your reply and information. I will certainly look into this
program.Thanks again.

Sharon

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Latousha Grinner in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

6 months ago

Can you tell me the nursing homes that teach the CNA class.

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nancy in San Antonio, Texas

5 months ago

i have had my cna certification , it has been over 5yrs since i have used it . i want to renew it but i dont want to pay and i dont want to work in a nursing home . does anyone know where i can renew my license and do home care or something to that fact. mayb even a not exspensive class.please help me you can email me at, nancygia2008@yahoo.com

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aglaze in Greencastle, Indiana

5 months ago

I also need to know if once your CNA licensure has lapsed,can you renew it through an exam,or do you have to take the course again? I'm in Indiana.Thanks for any info!

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christine harris in Auburn, Indiana

4 months ago

i started to go to school for lpnbut could not get the help i needed to finish and get help while in school have son living with me that has extrophy of bladder so have to help him out not able to work on unemployment which is ready to run out and want more then ever to be cna right now till get back on feet and cant get any funding to help out please help me want this more then ever and live in auburn indiana wanting to know if theres nursing homes or any places where i can get cna licenses please help thank you

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priscilla in Bakersfield, California

4 months ago

I'm very much interested for CNA program ,can u help me find any hospital doing the program in bakersfield since i really want to be a RN but want to start with cna first.

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Anthony Brown in San Antonio, Texas

4 months ago

Where can I find a nursing home offering CNA training?

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Sarah in Decatur, Indiana

4 months ago

hey everybody. ive been doing some research on cnas because ive been considering takin clsses for it. it sounds like something id like to do. i read it envolves some science classes but i was wondering what other kinds of subjects u learn. im just trying to figure which way to go with this.

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Latousha Grinner in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

4 months ago

Thanks alot for that information. you were very helpful.

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Lisa in Savannah, Georgia

4 months ago

Christine, I'm not sure about the programs where you live, but here in Georgia the Department of Labor pays for the CNA training for qualifying individuals. You should contact your state Department of Labor and find out if they offer the same assistance. Since you're on unemployment, maybe your unemployment contact can give you information on agencies that help with funding.

I'm not sure what the requirements are but here I believe you have to have a high school diploma or GED. They will administer a competency test and I imagine acceptance is based on income level, which you would probably qualify for since you're on unemployment. The program here also pays for childcare.

Based on the needs of your son, you should also check to see if he qualifies for SSI, which might help you out financially as well. Contact your Social Security office and they will tell you what you need to do and ask your doctor's office if they believe he would qualify.

Good luck!

christine harris in Auburn, Indiana said: i started to go to school for lpnbut could not get the help i needed to finish and get help while in school have son living with me that has extrophy of bladder so have to help him out not able to work on unemployment which is ready to run out and want more then ever to be cna right now till get back on feet and cant get any funding to help out please help me want this more then ever and live in auburn indiana wanting to know if theres nursing homes or any places where i can get cna licenses please help thank you

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Sarah in Decatur, Indiana

4 months ago

that for your help ill have to look into it further but u were a bid help

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Sarah in Decatur, Indiana

4 months ago

ok so once again thanks for the information. it was a big help. but i had a follow up question im hopeing someone can answer. i was wonderin what kind of subjects you would study, for example is it a lot of math or science? and do u study alot of things you wouldnt think would pertain to that to much? for example i was studing to be a paralegal and i had to take a class on the history of economics.

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Lisa in Savannah, Georgia

4 months ago

Sarah, unless you take the CNA class at a technical school or other college atmosphere, I don't think you will be taking any math or science subjects. CNA classes are usually from 2-8 weeks long depending on where you take it and focus strictly on the skills / infection control procedures you will be doing as a CNA.

If you are taking it at a tech school, then they may require you to take math and science classes. My tech school requires a biology course, diversity in healthcare course, patient care fundamentals and interpersonal relations and professional developement (4 courses total) for a combined 19 credit hours. The way they have it set up, it would take someone 2 quarters or about 6 months to complete. That is way to long for a CNA class in my opinion so I opted to go through a private company and finished my course in a little over 5 weeks.

I would definitely weigh your options before choosing a school that would require you to take all kinds of other classes to get your CNA. It's helpful if you plan to continue on to LPN or RN but now if you just want your CNA.

All of the information I've given is how it relates to my area of GA so it could differ for your city and state.

Sarah in Decatur, Indiana said: ok so once again thanks for the information. it was a big help. but i had a follow up question im hopeing someone can answer. i was wonderin what kind of subjects you would study, for example is it a lot of math or science? and do u study alot of things you wouldnt think would pertain to that to much? for example i was studing to be a paralegal and i had to take a class on the history of economics.

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Sarah in Decatur, Indiana

4 months ago

thankyou very much. thats really helpful. i havent decided where to go bu our hospital has them and so does a job temp place that specializes in medical jobs.

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rexanna in Warsaw, Indiana

4 months ago

im looking for a place to take cna classes,i have been to iveytech,but until classes are compleatly filled they wont have the classes until who knows when?!i was certified for ten years,went to a private resident to work and in the prosses lost my certifacation because i didnt work in a nursing faclity.i have called every local nursing home for classes but most do not provide these classes anymore,they will reffer you to ivytech.i feel like i am running around in circles,any help would be grately appricatied

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Evette in Greensboro, North Carolina

3 months ago

Trying to find cna1 renewal classes my licsense lapse because of agent that I resided with will not get an RN to sign my form I worked for them for 6years . Alsokeep up with my standard with them by being a dedicated worker.

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Evette in Greensboro, North Carolina

3 months ago

charisma nyc ny in Schenectady, New York said: jessica u can pay for your cna class it shouldnt take more than 12 wks in ny u can get them done in 4wks im sure it is the same where u are u just have to ask around if your willing 2 pay u should find a class easily
where I have been certified over 15 years experience

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1realgirl in Pleasant Lake, Indiana

3 months ago

check with Betz nursing home. I saw online the other day that they offer classes if you sign on for a 6 month contract. Ask for Tammy.

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Suzanne Clark in Winter Haven, Florida

3 months ago

want to take the CNA classes online dont have a hight school diploma

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jacie in Jasper, Indiana

3 months ago

im looking for a place that offers cna classes, either in evansville,indiana or jasper, indiana or atleast somewhere close to it.does anyone know any places around those areas that offer classes.im not interested in going to a school and taking the classes.any information would be greatly appreciated!thanks

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Jamie- in Indiananpolis in Avon, Indiana

3 months ago

Im looking for a place that either offers on-the-job training, the CNA classes for free or REALLY, cheap like less than $100. I live in Pendleton, and can travel anywhere in Anderson, Fishers, Carmel, noblesville, Indianapolis or Greenfield. I am I am a single mom in school and working part time in retail and I am struggling big time. If anyone can give me any info that would be greatly appreciated. Email me at jcabner98@yahoo.com

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nadine in Miami, Florida

3 months ago

interested in taking the CNA test in Miami or Ft. Lauderdale without taking the courses. Recently lost my job and I plan to re-enter the nursing field. Working as a CNA would assist me financially as things are very tight. Very compentent and I have worked in the field before. I would greatly appreciate any assistance with this info. Contact email nangelfire@aol.com

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Jamie- in Indiananpolis in Avon, Indiana

2 months ago

CNA classes in Noblesville, Anderson, Fishers, Carmel, Indianapolis or Greenfield INDIANA?! Number 1 choice is Indianapolis. For around $400. Please email me at jcabner98@yahoo.com

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nadine in Miami, Florida

2 months ago

Thank your for you response. Is this online?? Also I am in the process of changing careers but upon evaluation of my job skills and to conserve time and money I would opt to take the certification test. I ventured away from the field but I did the work before as well as need to reinstate my practical nursing license. Thanks.

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Hannah in Houston, Texas

2 months ago

Randy in Chino Hills, California said: I'm looking for a place in the San Gabriel Valley area in California to attend CNA class. Thanks.

Try the local community colleges. That's where I'm getting mine from.

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annie hassler in Greencastle, Indiana

1 month ago

i want to become a cna but don't have the money to pay for it. if anybody can help me out i'd appreciate it... thanks

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kimberly in Anderson, Indiana

1 day ago

I am starting nursing school soon but need to redo my c.n.a. certifiication. I was certified for 15 yrs and let it expire 3 years ago and now I am finding it hard to find a place where I can take the classes for free. I am willing to work in a healthcare facility if they hold free classes. I am in desperate need of a job just moved here could someone offer me some advice if so please email me at kbryant21@ivytech.edu thank you I will appreciate any advice

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