How long does it take to become a licensed nursing assistant (LNA)?

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How long does it take to become a licensed nursing assistant (LNA)?

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To become a nursing assistant, you need to complete a training program that can take from 4 weeks to six months to complete. These programs are often offered at vocational schools, technical schools, nursing schools, and community colleges. There are also some healthcare institutions, like the American Red Cross, that provide nursing assistant training. It is important that before attending a training program you make sure it is state-approved. Most states provide a list of approved institutions that offer this kind of training. If you complete a non-approved training program, you will not be able to earn a license or certification in your state. Once you complete your training program, you will need to take and pass a written and a practical licensing examination. This examination ensures that you are properly prepared to work as a nursing assistant in your state. If you manage to pass it, you will be added to your state's nursing assistant registry.

For more information about nursing assistants, check out this article: Certified Nursing Assistant: How to Become a Nurse Assistant

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