The best way to get free CNA training is by taking up a voluntary or trainee post in a nursing establishment such as a hospital, hospice or care home who will provide your training in return for your work. Alternatively you may be able to get a grant or scholarship to pay for your training at an approved college.
To become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) you will need to complete a combination of theoretical study and on the job training from an approved organization as well as successfully passing an exam. The specific requirements for the exam and how many hours training you must complete can vary from state to state so check the details for the board of nursing or nurse aide registry website for your state.
If you do not want to pay for CNA/CGA training at a college the best approach is to phone or visit local nursing institutions to ask if they take on trainees and provide training, usually in return for a commitment to volunteer at the institution or to work there for a certain period of time. If you cannot afford to pay for training you may be entitled to financial assistance such as a scholarship or grant, depending on your circumstances, so try searching grant databases or contacting community colleges to see if you are eligible.
You may also be able to get help with free CNA training, or reduced cost training, at your local community college. Some colleges have links with local care homes and can provide the training for free or reduced price if you are able to work as a volunteer or unqualified nursing aide in the linked institution.
The American Red Cross offer CNA and CGA training which can, in some cases, be at a lower cost than private colleges although at time of writing the cost is usually upwards of several hundred dollars. Contact details for your local chapter can be found on this website but be aware that you may also need to contribute towards test and registration fees.
To become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) you will need to complete a combination of theoretical study and on the job training from an approved organization as well as successfully passing an exam. The specific requirements for the exam and how many hours training you must complete can vary from state to state so check the details for the board of nursing or nurse aide registry website for your state.
If you do not want to pay for CNA/CGA training at a college the best approach is to phone or visit local nursing institutions to ask if they take on trainees and provide training, usually in return for a commitment to volunteer at the institution or to work there for a certain period of time. If you cannot afford to pay for training you may be entitled to financial assistance such as a scholarship or grant, depending on your circumstances, so try searching grant databases or contacting community colleges to see if you are eligible.
You may also be able to get help with free CNA training, or reduced cost training, at your local community college. Some colleges have links with local care homes and can provide the training for free or reduced price if you are able to work as a volunteer or unqualified nursing aide in the linked institution.
The American Red Cross offer CNA and CGA training which can, in some cases, be at a lower cost than private colleges although at time of writing the cost is usually upwards of several hundred dollars. Contact details for your local chapter can be found on this website but be aware that you may also need to contribute towards test and registration fees.
