Category Archives for State Resources

Illinois CNA Registry- Illinois CNA Resources

Nursing assistants are vitally important in every state of the country. Working as a CNA has many benefits associated with being able to help others who are in need. It also allows individuals to put their skills to work for them while they continue to pursue additional careers in the healthcare industry. Because the laws regarding working as a CNA vary in every state it is important to check with the registry in Illinois in order to determine the requirements to work in that profession as well as the overall job outlook.

Demand for CNAs and Approved Training Programs

According to the latest census statistics, there are 12,897,625 people currently living in the state of Illinois. 12.5 percent of those people are over the age of 65. This means that all of these people will likely need the help of a CNA in the near future. As a result, there is demand for individuals who have the necessary skills to work as a CNA in the state.Continue reading

CNA Resources and Certification Info for North Carolina

It’s no secret that our population is aging. North Carolina is a state of almost 10 million people, and more than 13 percent of the population is over the age of 65. The aging of the population means that there will continue to be many employment opportunities in the medical field. A certified nursing assistant, or CNA, has and will continue to have many opportunities to work in hospitals and nursing homes in the years to come.

Becoming certified as a CNA typically means taking a three- to six-week course at a community college or other state-approved training center. This course teaches all the basic skills that unlicensed staff are expected to perform in a healthcare facility, such as how to give bed baths and change linens (including how to do so for patients who cannot get out of bed), how to reposition patients who are at risk for pressure ulcers or “bed sores” and how to help patients with limited mobility when they wish to walk short distances within their room, such as to the toilet or shower, or on the unit.

A listing of approved CNA training and testing sites in North Carolina is availableContinue reading

Michigan CNA Resources | CNA Classes in Michigan

In Michigan CNAs are called Certified Nurse Aides. The US Census Bureau reports that state of Michigan has a population of over 9 million people and over 14% of its’ citizens are 65 years of age or older, which is higher than the national average. Therefore the demand for CNAs and CNA classes in Michigan should remain strong for years to come.

Certified Nurse Aides can find many opportunities for employment in both urban and rural areas of the state.

For people who are looking into becoming a Certified Nurse Aide in Michigan we have identified the following resources that you might find helpful.Continue reading

Minnesota CNA Resources

In Minnesota CNAs are called Certified Nursing Assistants. The state of Minnesota has a population of over 5 million people and over 13% of its’ citizens are 65 years of age or older. The demand for CNAs in Minnesota should remain high into the foreseeable future.

Certified Nursing Assistants can find many opportunities for employment in both the Minneapolis St. Paul Metro area as well as the outstate and rural areas.

For people who are looking becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant in Minnesota we have identified the following resources that you might find helpful.Continue reading

State CNA Resources

CNAs are working on the front lines of patient care throughout the healthcare industry in the United States. However, even though there are CNAs in every state there are differences between the states.

Not only are Certified Nursing Assistants called Certified Nursing Aids in some states, but the path to being a CNA can vary from state to state as well. That is why we are putting together a resource list for each state.

Click on the link for each state to see information about that state’s certification process and requirements along with information about approved training providers for that state.

Check back often as we will be adding information about more states on a regular basis.

Alabama
Alaska
Arizona
Arkansas
California
Colorado
Connecticut
Delaware
Florida
Georgia
Hawaii
Idaho
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maine
Maryland
Massachusetts
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
Nevada
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New Mexico
New York
North Carolina
North Dakota
Ohio
Oklahoma
Oregon
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island
South Carolina
South Dakota
Tennessee
Texas
Utah
Vermont
Virginia
Washington
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Wyoming