If you live in Austi, or are thinking of moving there, CN training in Austin can be very worthwhile and lead to a fantastic career.

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Austin is one of America’s fastest growing cities, with a huge technology sector that’s been developing well for years now. These young, affluent tech professionals may not need much in the way of healthcare now, but anyone working in Austin can expect to typically earn more than they might elsewhere as a result of the income they bring to the city. Austin is also a fantastic place to live. It has an amazing climate, beautiful buildings and a trendy nightlife.

The salary for a certified nursing assistant in Austin, TX is between $24,000 and $35,000 with the median average annual wage of around $30,000. This is slightly above the national CNA average and with the Austin area booming, and its workers ageing, this has the potential to increase substantially as the years progress. It’s also a very good wage for a low-skilled profession with low training costs.

CNA Training Online

For CNA training in Austin over the internet, you must use any training provider that’s approved by the Texas DADS (Department of Ageing and Disability Services). Whether the course is done online or in a classroom, there are certain things you must attend in person. Including a physical examination (this is not to rigorous but you must be drug free and free of certain diseases like TB). You may have a hard time finding a CNA course provider recognized by the Texas DADS online, as much of the syllabus is practical. Having said this; there are some courses that may allow you to do sections of the course online.

CNA Certification in Austin, TX.

This list is not exhaustive, and you will need to do further research to find out whether or not a provider is for you. It’s also worth noting that some courses may seem cheaper than others, until you learn that the more expensive courses often provide certain training aides and materials that must be purchased separately on the cheaper courses. Keep this in mind when contacting CNA course providers to inquire about the course.

Austin Community College

Website: www.austincc.edu

Email: [email protected]

Address: Austin Community College District 5930 Middle Fiskville Rd. Austin, TX 78752

Note: The course is $784 and training materials are not provided. The course will last 7 weeks (100 hours of training).

Eastside Memorial High School

Website: www.austinisd.org

Phone Number: (512) 841-7705

Address: 1012 Arthur Stiles Rd. Austin, Texas 78721

Rosy Healthcare Services

Website: www.rosyhc.com

Phone Number: (512) 479-1335

Address: 3724 Airport Blvd. Austin, Texas 78722

Note: Classes are currently done at weekends.

Central Texas Nurse Network

Website: www.nurseaid-training.com

Phone Number: (512) 836-3442

Address: 313 E Rundberg #208 Austin, TX 78753

Note: Training is done daily either in the morning or evening.

McNeil High School

Website: mcneil.roundrockisd.org

Phone Number: (512) 464-6300

Address: 5720 McNeil Dr, Austin, TX 78729

Del Valle High School

Website: www.delvalle.tx.schoolwebpages.com

Phone Number: (512) 386-3200

Address: 5201 Ross Road, Del Valle, TX 78617

There are at least 7 or 8 more CNA training providers in Austin that are not on this list. Many providers do not have a website at this time, so only the ones that we could find with websites and full contact details are on this list. Once again, it’s stressed that the course which you find must be DADS approved for you to work in Texas. The average cost of a course should be around $1000-1300 after training materials have been purchased. The Red Cross for example; charges $1300 for CNA training.

Before we finish this article, there’s some important information which you must be made aware of. You must be at least 18 years of age to work as a CNA in Austin. A full background check will be carried out to make sure you do not have a criminal record, if you do you are automatically disqualified from being a CNA. You must also hold a GED or equivalent. There are exceptions to the above in some cases. If you are already a CNA whose training has lapsed or if you were a medic in the Armed Forces, then the above may not apply. Make sure you are eligible to work as a CNA before spending any money on training.

A CNA career is a very rewarding and reasonably well-paid career that requires very little training when compared to equivalent paying jobs. It’s a growing industry in Austin as the population ages, and it is a steady career which will always be required no matter what happens in the wider economy. As long as you are eligible and can afford the relatively low cost of training it’s a great idea to become a CNA in Austin.