WHY BE A CNA?
- Opportunity for truly helping people
- Work in a team environment
- Specialize in a health care field
- Affordable certification
- High Demand = Job Stability
- Employment facility options
- Further a career in health care
- Learn important life skills
- Job benefits
- Personal and professional gratification
- Gain self-confidence
JOB PLACEMENT
- Hospitals
- Medical & Health Clinics
- Home Health Aide Agency
- Outpatient Rehab Centers
- Schools
- Assisted Living & Retirement Communities
- Government Facilities
- Private Physician Office
- Medical Support Services
- Hospice Agencies
- Traveling CNA
HIGH DEMAND
Nursing is a profession that is growing rapidly and demand for CNA services will always be there. A position as a CNA is also a great first step towards building a career in nursing. There are many specialized nursing positions that CNAs can consider for career advancement. Experience as a CNA can help you determine if you are ready to advance towards higher salary positions such as:
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Nurse Practitioner (NP)
- Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
- Home Care Registered Nurse
Certification Requirements in California
The California Department of Public Health sets the rules and regulations for CNA certifications. To obtain certification as a nurse assistant you must first graduate from an approved CNA training program and pass the Certified Nurse Assistant competency examination. The Healthcare Workforce Branch (HWB), Healthcare Professional Certification and Training Section (HPCTS) is primarily responsible for the certification of nurse assistants.