Nursing Assistant Career Pathway
Nursing Assistant training is being offered free of charge through January 2022. Costs covered include training, books, uniform, and the certification exam fee. Sign up to get information about the free training program or visit Caring Careers Start Here to learn more about careers in long-term care.
.Employers may use these titles
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Nurses' Aide
Earning potential
$15.75 - $20.03 per hourHow do I get started?
- Complete a nursing assistant training course.
- Pass a criminal background check.
Certifications
Some jobs may require the training below.
- Driver's License
- Become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) by taking a written and skills test. Find testing information here.
- Certified Nursing Assistants can be listed on the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry
What do they do?
Where can I find training?
Listed below are some of the top employers in Minnesota during 2021.
- Essentia Health
- Fairview Health Services
- Good Samaritan Society
- Mayo Clinic
- ShiftMed
- Sanford Health
- HealthPartners
- Monarch Healthcare Management
- Benedictine Health Care
- Medical Staffing Solutions
Search for nursing assistant jobs.
Source: Top Employers - Gartner Talent Neuron
- Gain additional skills with the training below.
Mental Health First Aid - With additional education and experience, you can advance to careers that use similar skills and knowledge as a nursing assistant. Consider one of the careers below.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | Surgery Tech | Registered Nurse (RN)
Source: Wages - Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) Occupational Employment Statistics (OES) First Quarter 2021.