CNA Training and Temporary Staffing

Temporary staffing agencies have come a long way. If you still have the mindset that temporary jobs are low pay and will take you on an unproductive journey where you’ll be moved from one location to the next day after day, without any real consistency in your life, you should take another look. We spoke to several temporary staffing services about CNA training graduates and the types of positions they offer. Let’s take a look:

From CNA Training to Temporary Employee

In order to make full use of a temporary staffing service, it’s best to approach them while you’re still taking your CNA training classes. Why? Because most staffing agencies today conduct thorough background and reference checks. This process generally takes at least a week to complete. If you wait until your CNA training classes are completed, you’ll lose a week or more while you’re waiting for your paperwork to be processed and background checks to come in. Instead, by taking the proactive approach, the staffing service can literally have a temporary position waiting for you as soon as you finish your CNA training. Read the rest of this entry »

Unemployment Rates and CNA Training

So, you’ve chosen CNA training to get you out of that dead end job (or possibly the lack of career options) and now you’re facing even more difficult circumstances. The unemployment rate is still high, especially in your area, and you’re finding that open positions are hard to come by. Even worse, the jobs that are open are offering low wages. Before sinking down into a defeated attitude about your CNA training and wondering why you chose this path, you’ll want to read this article.

CNA training doesn’t have to end up being yet another mistake. Instead of looking for work in the employment ads and on medical staffing forums and job boards, why not try a niche approach?

Discovering Niche Positions With CNA Training Read the rest of this entry »

Your Career After CNA Training

Of course the smart individual is going to check out the average pay scale of a CNA before making the decision to enroll in CNA training classes. You need to know if you’re going to be able to support yourself, and possibly your family with your new career choice. The answer to this question will depend largely on your own drive, your innovative spirit and your determination to find a niche that will work well for you, both financially and with the schedule you’ll be required to keep. Read the rest of this entry »

CNA Training

Completing CNA training only takes you half of the the way to your new medical career. Now that you’ve sat through all the CNA training classes, studied, and practiced the procedures, you’ll have to successfully pass your state exam. In order to ensure you’ll do that, the first time, we’ve provided you with 5 insider tips. We’ve compiled this list after interviewing hundreds of CNA training graduates who wish they would have known these things before taking the exam. You get to reap the benefits because now you will know! Read the rest of this entry »

CNA Training and Social Media

Social media. It permeates every part of our lives, right? So, why shouldn’t it seep into CNA training as well? If you’re a Facebook junkie in particular, you’ll love these innovative ways to ramp up your old, boring CNA training study habits. Take a look and let us know how you’re using Social Media to make CNA training more fun, exciting, and actually enjoying the memorization and study process:

Facebook and CNA Training

In this article, we’re only going to cover Facebook, because we feel this avenue of social media has the most opportunities for those looking to enhance their CNA training experience. Read the rest of this entry »

Free CNA Training

You want to start your medical career but you’re unsure where to start, and honestly, you don’t have the necessary savings to take those $600-$1500 CNA training courses you keep seeing advertisements for. Wait! Before giving up and applying at your local grocery store or fast food restaurant, read this article! There are alternative options for you. There’s even free CNA training available that you are probably not aware of! Read the rest of this entry »

CNA Training

You’ve just passed a major milestone in your life. You’ve successfully graduated from High School and already family and friends are asking that all important question, “What are you planning on doing next?” Truth be told, you don’t even know yourself. Although you’ve considered college, trade school and even the possibility of going right into the work force, you’re unsure. Let’s take a look at how CNA training can play a part in your career path. Read the rest of this entry »

CNA Training Exam

Preparation is the key to success in any of life’s endeavors and taking the CNA training exam is no different. In order to help you feel your confident best, we’ve developed a list of the top 5 things you’ll need to know about your CNA training exam. The list has been compiled by our staff from the hundreds of CNA training graduates we polled.

So, what is it that you really need to know about this all-important CNA training exam?

Your CNA Training Exam is Not an Option

If you want to work as a CNA, you don’t necessarily have to take CNA training classes. Some states do not require CNA training in order to challenge the CNA exam, but the exam is definitely a requirement. Also, please don’t be confused and falsely assume that your CNA training automatically qualifies you for CNA employment. We’ve received quite a few emails from CNA training graduates who were unaware that the state exam was even a step involved in the process!   Read the rest of this entry »

CNA Training FAQ – What is Recertification?

Once you’ve completed your CNA training classes, you may be under the false assumption that you’re “good to go” for the rest of your career. Although that would be the most convenient for CNAs, who generally have full schedules and busy careers, CNA recertification is generally required after every two year tenure. We’ve received plenty of questions on this topic, so let’s look at the details.

Does My CNA Training Actually Expire?

This is the first question when CNA training students or graduates hear the word recertification. The simple answer is, no. It is only your certification (or credentials which allow you to work as a CNA) which expires. CNA re-certification is the process of renewing your credentials, much like an individual would renew their drivers license, insurance, or anything else that expires. The good news here is,  –there is no need to retake your CNA training or sit for the state exam. Read the rest of this entry »

CNA Training

You love your career as a CNA. Since you finished CNA training, you can’t help but think this profession is one of the more rewarding and exciting careers available. However, if you were to stop and really consider everything you have experienced, would you encourage anyone else to take CNA training like you did?

While your first thought might be “yes,” you need to think carefully about the good and the bad that comes with this career. Like any profession, there is going to be red tape, bureaucratic hoops to jump through, and coworkers you can’t stand. There are special aspects that pertain to this profession, however, that may mean it isn’t the best career choice for Read the rest of this entry »