Any pros or cons to CNA training?
Asked by JosieL
I was wondering if anyone can tell me the pros and cons to getting CNA training through a nursing home as opposed to going to a school for CNA. Thank you for your help, i need to make the right decision Is it better to go to school instead? The nursing home will be paid training, earn while you learn...Will I get the same 'classroom' knowledge if I go to the nursing home?

Best Answer:
The class in the nursing home is the same one that you would get in school. There are requirements that have to be met, such as classroom time, practical time (hands on) and there is a syllabus that has to be followed in either setting. If you go to school you have to pay for the same training you would get in the nursing home free of charge. Good luck in your quest to become a CNA. It's very hard, but very rewarding work.

Well... the nursing home strategy does give you the "hands-on" experience that many employers look for.....
Answered by Jessica P

Pro, they pay you or it is free? Cons, you work hard, you get treated poorly by nurses, it can be gross, upsetting, frustrating, disappointing, etc...
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Answered by Ulises

It will be better to go to a school that will teach you CNA care. They will go over all the basic info that you will need and you will have a certification saying you passed the courses. It will look better on resumes. Just make sure you go to a good school. It shouldn't take to long I would say 6 to 10 weeks would be all. Best of luck. Oh and no as a rule you will not get the same class room knowledge at the nursing home. They will just teach you what they want you to do. So I say if you're going to do it, do it right.
Answered by Prof. Dave