How to Become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Considering a career as a certified nursing assistant (CNA)? Learn about the critical responsibilities of CNAs to help you determine if it's the right job for you.

1. Becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant

• The importance of a CNA's role in the healthcare industry
• The steps to becoming a CNA
• Scope of CNA role: What CNAs can and can't do to patients
• Defining excellent healthcare and the importance of the nursing facility team
• A typical day as a CNA and ideal character traits for the role
• Expectations and professionalism for CNAs
• The impact a CNA has on patients and families