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To begin your path leading to a nursing degree, click on the description that best fits you
There has never been a time in nursing that offered more educational opportunities for those who wish to become nurses and for licensed nurses who wish to further their education. This chart [show thumbnail, click to enlarge] illustrates the career pathways available to people who wish to enter the dynamic, challenging, rewarding field of nursing.
Nursing Assistant
A number of Connecticut public high schools offer a health careers curriculum that provides training in a number of fields, depending on the size of the program. High school students interested in a career in nursing can apply to these programs and become eligible to take the certified nursing assistant (CNA) exam while still in high school. Once they pass and become certified, they can work in long-term care facilities, some hospitals, and for some home care agencies.
Connecticut Community Colleges offer CNA training through their Continuing Education Departments. Click here for more information on CNA programs, career pathways and scholarship opportunities.
Other CNA courses are offered through a number of adult education programs. Click here for more information.
A CNA course is a great way to get acquainted with basic bedside care, and to get a head start on nursing school by gaining experience working with patients.
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