Training nursing professionals in Baltimore through CNA programs.
The city of Baltimore is home to prestigious medical institutions such as Johns Hopkins Medicine, which influences the local market for the nursing field. According to Nursingjobs.org, there is a continuing nursing shortage in Maryland resulting in plenty of available nursing jobs. Certified nursing assistants (CNA) are consistently in demand in health care. There are programs throughout Baltimore that provide the training and certification to become a CNA.
Baltimore Academy
At the Baltimore Academy of Nursing Assistants, one can train to be a CNA in six weeks. Students receive instruction directly from a registered nurse (RN) on staff and learn basic nursing skills including taking vital signs, assuring patient safety, and caring for patients with Alzheimer's disease. According to the academy's website, its mission is to prepare responsible, caring men and women to become competent and serve as responsible caregivers.
Baltimore Academy of Nursing Assistants
617 Stemmers Run Road
Baltimore, MD 21221
410-391-6668
thespecialcare.com/bana
The Caroline Center
The Caroline Center offers special assistance to women who are unemployed or underemployed through free or low-cost training, education and support. The center is certified by the Maryland Board of Nursing to offer a CNA program that conducts classes and administers certification for nursing assistants. Eligible students may also have the opportunity to participate in clinical internships at local nursing homes for hands-on training that could lead to an employment offer.
The Caroline Center
900 Somerset St.
Baltimore, MD 21202
410-563-1303
caroline-center.org
Stein Academy
Stein Academy is a Maryland-approved career school that offers a variety of affordable programs to students interested in the fields of medical and allied health, technology, and career development. Included is its five-week CNA program approved by the Maryland Board of Nursing.
Stein Academy
600 Reisterstown Road, Suite 416
Baltimore, MD 21208
410-602-0666
steinacademy.com
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