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How Much do nurses get paid when they have their CNA certification?

Hello, my name is Yoselin Biridana Martinez Aquino. I am a senior at Southern Guilford High School. Next semester, I will be taking my CNA class, and I am very excited about it! However, I’m wondering if this class will count as a college course. I’m interested in taking nursing classes after I graduate from high school. I would appreciate any suggestions from others. Thank you!

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Sara’s Answer

Whether or not your CNA class will apply as college credit depends on credit portability to an accepting college or university. Qualifying programs are designed to meet specific requirements for higher education and your HS advisor should be able to give you full information. Thinking and planning ahead for your future educational needs is smart and a good omen for success.
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Terri’s Answer

Yoselin, unless your CNA class is taught at an Associated Degree community college the credits will not count toward a college degree. CNA courses tend to be for certification and not a degree.
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Hwal’s Answer

Yoselin,

I completed a CNA training program at a community college several years ago, and considering it was a standalone, vocational program, I don't believe the classes I took would be recognised as college credits. But I've chosen to study medicine since then, so havent personally had the need for credits from my CNA training program. And honestly, I never felt I was adequately compensated during the time I used my CNA license. From memory, my hourly wages ranged about $9.50-$12.50, but it was almost 10 years ago. I have met many people working as CNAs in recent years and all of them reported considerably higher hourly wages, and while some job advertisements list the wage/salary information, you could also query the employer directly.

Good luck!

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