How to Become a CNA in Florida
With CNA salaries in Florida averaging around $41,000 per year, it is hard to find a better paying profession in the healthcare industry that requires as little training as a short 4-week CNA education program. With one of the largest elderly populations of any state in the country, Florida’s 18% elderly residents contribute to the huge overall demand for healthcare services throughout the state. This demand means that finding employment as a CNA should not be too difficult while living in Florida.
The first step to becoming licensed is to make sure you are at least 18 years of age, have a high school diploma or equivalent degree, and can pass a criminal background check. Most authorities will take a fingerprint scan and check it against several different national and international databases. All felonies and some misdemeanors will be grounds for immediate disqualification. Any incidents involving abuse or mistreatment of elderly or handicapped individuals will bar that individual from becoming a CNA.
The next step is to select an education program to obtain the knowledge and skills required of a CNA. There are a variety of schools that offer many different CNA training courses, many of which can be completed in 4-6 weeks. Some important factors to consider when selecting a program are graduation and exam pass rates, quality and tenure of course instructors, and reputation of the institution. You can research these items online using Google search, or by visiting nursing forums where people share their experiences. You can also contact schools directly for specific questions or set up campus tours to view the facilities.
After selecting and completing a Florida state approved CNA training program the next step will be to take the Florida CNA certification exam, administered by Prometric. The exam will include two parts: written multiple questions and hands-on skill assessment. Both must be completed satisfactorily to earn a passing score. After that the newly licensed CNA will be added to the Florida Nurse Aide Registry list and can begin seeking employment as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
For current nurse aides seeking greater employment opportunities within the same field with higher earnings potential there are two logical progressions; either to become an LPN or a Registered Nurse. Our site contains program listings for those certifications as well. Someone with experience as a CNA can always take the next step in career advancement when they feel ready. The work experience and healthcare knowledge will give them a head start on the path to becoming an RN or LPN should they choose to do so.
CNA Training Classes in Florida
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