Types of Testing Centers
In Florida, there are two different types of testing centers: regional and in-facility. Regional testing centers are usually attached to established schools and staffed by Prometric, the testing company. They generally test candidates 7 days a week (only closing for major holidays) and usually test 8 students per day (on average), depending on the size of the testing center and the testing demand in the area. This is where most...
How Do I Get In-services?
Inservices (continuing education credit for CNA’s) are a requirement of renewal. In order to renew a CNA certification in Florida (and many other states), you must meet the following conditions: 1. work as a CNA for pay at least once in the 24 months leading up to your renewal AND 2. have completed one in-service hour for every month you were certified (24 hours if you were licensed for 24 months) AND 3. complete the renewal...
Infection Control 101
When do I wash my hands? A common error that new CNAs make is contaminating their hands after washing. We all know that the sink faucet is dirty and we need a paper towel to turn it off to keep our hands clean…but then we do crazy things like elevating the head of the bed or closing the privacy curtain. Let me help take the mystery out of environmental contamination for you! Learning to differentiate between clean and dirty items...
Will Florida Videos work for other states?
Will Florida videos work for other states? Since our CNA skills videos were posted on YouTube a year ago, they have been viewed by over a million people in almost every state and many other countries. A frequent question we encounter is, “I live in _______, will these videos prepare me for the test in my state?” The answer is…yes and no. First, for the “no”. Our videos were researched using Florida state standards and are based on...
What if I have a criminal background?
What if I have a criminal background? I am often asked, “What if I have a criminal background? Can I still be a CNA?” The answer is…it depends. When you register for the CNA exam, you will have to have a Level 2 background screening done. This will display any arrests and/or convictions at both the state and national level. “Level 1 and Level 2 background checks” are terms used only in Florida, based on Florida Statute Chapter...