Enrollment requirements
Students enrolled in the CNA course must be at least 16 years of age, and have a negative TB skin test or chest x-ray with no active signs or symptoms of TB. Clinical agencies may also require an influenza vaccination during the late fall and winter months.
Employment outlook
According to the Occupational Outlook Handbook, employment of nursing assistants is projected to grow 17% through 2024, much faster than the average for all occupations. Because of the growing elderly population, many nursing assistants will be needed to assist and care for these patients.
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