1.      Highland Park Care, 745 North Highland Avenue  Pittsburgh, PA 15206, Ph:(412) 362-6622: This is one of the nursing homes in the area that is said to have an excellent nursing assistant program available.

2.      Marion Manner, 2695 Winchester Drive  Pittsburgh, PA 15220, Ph:(412) 440-4300: This is another nursing facility in the area that is said to offer CNA training classes.

3.      Pittsburgh Job Corp Center, 7175 Highland Drive  Pittsburgh, PA 15206, Ph:(412) 441-8700: This location has a nursing assistant program available for those who meet their qualifications. They have had a lot of success stories and they definitely appear to be a place that is worth looking into.

4.      Southwestern Nursing Center, 500 Lewis Run Rd, Ste 120 Pittsburgh, PA 15122, ph:  (412) 469-6959: This is one of the nursing homes for the elderly that is said to have CNA training classes available from time to time.

5.      Steel Center Area Vocational Technical School, 565 Lewis Run Road  Jefferson Hills, PA 15025, Ph:(412) 469-3200: They have a CNA training program that costs $810. Their next class is starting in April 2012. Visit this link for more information: http://www.scavts.net/NA-Info.html.

6.      Parkway West, 4725 Fairmount Ave. Philadelphia, PA 19139, Ph: (215) 471-5007: This location is in the nearby city. However, they welcome the residents of Pittsburgh to attend.

7.      County College of Allegheny, 800 Allegheny Avenue Pittsburgh, PA, Ph:(412) 323-2323: Their CNA training class has been approved by the state. Once complete you will be prepared to take the state examination.

8.      St Barnabas, Inc, 5827 MERIDIAN ROAD GIBSONIA, PA, 15044, Ph:(724) 443-0700: This is another place that has been approved by the state when it comes to proving people with CNA training.

9.      Riverside Nursing Center, 100 8^th St. Mckeesport, PA, Ph:(888)339-4721:This nursing center is located nearby. However, residents of Pittsburgh are welcome to attend. Contact them to find out when the next class will be beginning.

10.  Seneca Place, 5360 Saltsburg Road  Verona, PA 15147, ph:(412) 798-8000:Some CNA’s have stated that they have received their training from here. They are located within 40 miles of Pittsburgh.

1.      Tampa Bay CAN, 4307 West Kennedy Blvd Tampa Fl 33609, Ph:(813)333-5459: This school has a 99% success rate and they have been teaching these classes for 10 years. Find out more information by visiting this link: http://tampabaycna.com/.

2.       Bowers/Whitney Career Center, 13609 North 22nd Street  Tampa, FL 33613, Ph:(813) 558-1750: This is one of the places that have been state approved when it comes to providing CNA training.

3.      Brewster Technical Center, 2222 North Tampa Street  Tampa, FL 33602, Ph:(813) 276-5448: They have a CNA training course that lasts for 165 hours. They have classes available seven times a year. However, you do have to meet certain requirements on their end to attend. To find out what some of those requirements are visit the following link: http://www.brewster.edu/cna_medical1.php.

4.      Erwin Technical Center, 2010 East Hillsborough  Tampa, FL 33610, Ph:(813) 231-1815: They have a nursing assistant program that takes place both during the daytime and the evening. The class costs $634.17. It can be completed in about 3 months. Find out more information by visiting this link:http://erwin.edu/CourseDetail.aspx?CourseId=224.

5.      Florida Medical Training Institute, 478 North Babcock Street  Melbourne, FL 32935, Ph:
(321) 751-9696:  If you are looking to take an excellent CNA training program this would be an option that you would want to consider first. They not only allow you to have financial assistance but they also make sure that you spend a good amount of time covering everything you need to know individuals so you can be prepared for the state exam. Visit this website for more information: http://www.fmti.edu/courses.php?cID=5.

6.      Gaither High School, 16200 N Dale Mabry Hwy Tampa, FL 33618, ph:(813) 975-7340: This is one of the high schools in the area that has been approved by the state for providing CNA training classes. However, you will have to contact them to find out whether or not they are just for the students or the general public.

7.      Hillsborough Community College, 10414 East Columbus Drive
Tampa, FL, ph:(813) 253-7802: This is a community college that has a nursing assistant program available. They have been in business for quite some time and they are approved by the state. Find out more information by visiting the website:http://www.hccfl.edu/departments/health-science/nursing/courses.aspx.

8.      Learey Technical Center, 5410 N 20th St Tampa, FL 33610, Ph:(813) 231-1907: This is one of the vocational schools in the area that has been approved by the state.

9.      Leesburg High School, 1401 Yellow Jacket Way  Leesburg, Florida 34748, Ph:(352) 787-5047: This is another one of the high schools in the area that has been approved by the state to offer CNA training classes.

10.  Leto Adult and Community School,  4409 West Sligh Ave., Tampa, FL 33614. Ph:(813) 872-5300: This school has also been approved by the state. Also, they allow you to obtain your GED before you begin if you do not have it already.

1.      Everest College 500 West Santa Ana Boulevard Santa Ana, ph:(714) 825-7351: This school has a medical assistant program available for those who are interested. The best part is they allow you to pay for your schooling with student loans and financial aids.

2.      Coastal Communities Hospital, Santa Ana, CA, ph:  (714) 754-5454: This is one of the hospitals in the area that is said to have an excellent CNA training program.

3.      Qbics Career College 1125 E 17th St # E210  Santa Ana, CA 92701, ph:(714) 550-1052: This school has a nursing assistant program available that is said to be top of the line. It lasts for 520 hours and when you are finish you will be able to take the state exam through the Red Cross. Find out more information by visiting their website: http://general-education.net/medical_programs_national_and_state_certifications.php

4.      Central County R.O.P, 2323 N Broadway # 301  Santa Ana, CA 92706, ph:(714) 541-5214: This is one of the locations that have been recommended by some of the CNA’s.

5.      Albor Charter School, 1125 E. 17^th St. Suite S201 Santa Ane, CA 92701, ph: (714) 560-1567: This school has been listed as another one of the places to receive CNA training from.

6.      Care House Convalescent , 1800 Old Tustin Ave Santa Ana, CA 92705 ph: (714) 835-4900: This nursing home has been listed as one of the places to go for nursing assistant training that will have you ready to pass the state examination.

7.      Country Villa Plaza, 1209 Hemlock Way  Santa Ana, CA 92707 ph: (714) 546-1966: This is another one of the nursing homes that is said to offer nursing assistant classes.

8.      French Park Care Center, 600 East Washington Avenue  Santa Ana, CA 92701, ph:
(714) 973-1656: They have classes available from time to time. Contact them for more information.

9.      Royale Health Care Center, 1030 West Warner Avenue  Santa Ana, CA 92707, ph:(714) 546-6450: Contact them to find out more information about their nursing assistant classes.

10.  Town and Country Manor, 555 East Memory Lane  Santa Ana, CA 92706, ph:(714) 547-7581: Contact this facility to find out more information about their CNA classes. They have been listed as providing top of the line training.

In Cincinnati, Ohio CNA’s are known as STNA’s yet they both perform similar duties. In order to become an STNA, however, you will have to still attend a state approved program that has been approved by the state of Ohio. After you have completed the program you are then going to be required to sit for the state exam to prove that you fully comprehend what it is that you will be doing in this field. These classes are going to be a variety of different prices. But, many of them will include your uniform and your books while others you will be able to pay off with student loans or financial aid. Below, we have found some of these locations to get you started.

1.      The Healthcare Management Group, 12100 Reed Hartman Highway Cincinnati, OH, ph:(513) 605-2000: This is one of the places that are known for their CNA training classes. You will find that after you have completed their training you will be more than ready to pass the state exam with flying colors.

2.      Cincinnati Home Care Inc, 742 Waycross Rd.Cincinnati, OH 45240, ph:(513)-771-2760: To attend this STNA class you can expect to be required to meet certain requirements and spend $500. However, when you deposit $250 you are able to guarantee a seat in class. Class last for two weeks and they have one scheduled for February 2012. Find out more information by visiting their website: http://cincinnatihomecareinc.com/stna.htm

3.      Great Oaks, 3120 Burnet Ave # 103 Cincinnati, OH, ph:(513) 961-4220: This facility has a five week STNA training course available to those who qualify. The class costs $2300. Check out their website to find out more information:http://www.greatoaks.com/Continuing-education.cfm?subpage=539

4.      Woodland Hills Care Center, 403 Bielby Road  Lawrenceburg, IN 47025, ph:(812) 537-1132: This is one of the places that offer STNA training classes in a nearby city. To find out more information about their program, however, you will have to contact them for more information.

5.      Pine Knoll Assisted Living Center, 607 Wilson Creek Road  Lawrenceburg, IN 47025, ph:(812) 537-4422: This is another one of the places in a nearby city that has training classes available. However, to find out more specific details you will have to contact the senior community directly.

6.      Dearborn County Hospital, 600 Wilson Creek Road  Lawrenceburg, IN 47025-2751, ph:(812) 537-8144: This has been listed as one of the nearby hospitals that have a STNA training course available.

7.      Southeastern Career Center, 901 W US Highway 50  Versailles, IN 47042, ph: (812) 689-6730: You can receive nursing assistant training here. Their class lasts for 105 hours. The only thing that is required to attend is a physical and background check. Check out this link for more information: http://www.sccusa.org/programs/health_careers.html.

8.      Whitewater Technical Career Center, 1300 Spartan Drive  Connersville, IN 47331, ph:(765) 825-0521: You will find that this facility in a nearby city offers excellent STNA training classes.

9.      Brookville Healthcare Center, 11049 State Road 101  Brookville, IN 47012, ph:(765) 647-2527: This is another one of the nursing facilities nearby that has a STNA training class available.

10.  The Waters of Dillsboro, 12803 LENOVER ST DILLSBORO, IN 47018, ph:(812) 432-5226: If you do not mind going to another city for your training this would be an excellent place for you to consider.

1.      CNA NOW Training, 1176 Wyke Road  Shelby, NC 28150, ph:(888) 591-5553: This is one of the one day classes offered in the area. They only charge $250 to. To find out more information about this amazing opportunity take a look at their website: http://cnanow.org/?page_id=3.

2.      Danielle Hossler, North Carolina,  ph: (704)-496-2618: This is one of the RN’s in the area that teaching CNA training classes. You can find out more information about her classes by visiting this website: http://www.nc-cna-training.com/.

3.      Care One Health Institute, 309 Chapanoke Road #116  Raleigh, NC 27603, ph:(919) 773-7165: This school has both day and night classes available. The classes cost $575, books are $50, and to register it is $25. Also, after you have completed the class you will have to pay $101 to take the state exam. You can finish the training in four to seven weeks. Find out more information by visiting this website:http://www.careonehealth.org/courses/nurse-aide-1/.

4.      HealthCore Resource, Inc, 1001 Navaho Drive #210 Raleigh, ph: (919) 872-1136: This school has a 95 hour nursing assistant training course available. It can take from four to eight weeks for you to complete them. The total cost of the class is $600 and there is a $25 registration fee. Also, after completing the class you will have to pay $101. Find out more information by visiting this website: http://www.healthcoreresourceschool.com/courses/cna-i/.

5.      Thomas Healthcare Inc, 5805 Departure Dr # E  Raleigh, NC 27616, ph:(919) 790-9084: This is one of the schools that have made quite a name for themselves. You can find out more information about their nursing assistant program by visiting their website: http://www.thcinstitute.com/id2.html.

6.      Wake Technical Community College, 9101 Fayetteville Road  Raleigh, North Carolina 27603, ph:(919) 866-5500: This is one of the community colleges in the area that has an excellent nursing assistant course available to those who are interested. Before you can enroll, however, you will have to pay $28 so you can have a background check performed.  You can find out more of their information by visiting this website: http://nursingassistant.waketech.edu/index.php?page=information.

7.      ECPI, 4101 Doie Cope Road Raleigh, ph:(919) 571-0057: This is one of the schools in the area that has a medical assisting program available. You will find that they are a well-known school nationwide.

8.      Express CNA Training, 101 Cabarrus Avenue East  Concord, NC 28025, ph:
(704) 795-3197: This is one of the CNA training classes that are located in one of the surrounding cities. The class can be completed in one day and you still are able to gain the knowledge that you need to be able to work in the field. Currently, they have a 99% success rate when it comes to the students who pass the state examination. Find out more about their program here: http://expresscna.com/default.aspx.

9.      Fayetteville Technical Community College, 2201 Hull Road  Fayetteville, NC 28303, ph:
(910) 678-8400: This is one of the community colleges in the surrounding city that offers CNA training courses to those who are interested. When attending this school you also may be able to qualify for financial aid.

10.  American Academy of Healthcare, 5601 Executive Center Dr. Suite 215 Charlotte, NC 28212, ph:(704)525-3500: This class is located in one of the nearby cities. They actually have a class starting in February 2012. The cost of the class is $475 and $125 saves your seat. There are some requirements that must be met but you can find out more about them here: http://americanacademyofhealthcare.com/courses.