CNA Certification

When others consider final tests, they think of traditional exams in "readin', writin', and 'rithmetic," but at our school, we do things a little differently, and the outcome of successful study is truly worth it.

One such case occurred on Friday, May 20th.  Six second-year Health Assistant students were able to prove all they learned for their "final."  Their payoff?  They are now Certified Nurse Aids. 

What does a CNA do? According to BLS.gov, these ladies will provide the basic care for patients in hospitals or residents in nursing homes. CNAs are often the "principal caregivers. They have more contact with residents than other members of the staff."

Emily Moffatt, Brooke McCrumb, Angela Graham, Kylie Smith,
Alison Witzeman, and Cammie Moses
Anxiously waiting their results...together.

Their Health Assistant teachers, Valerie O'Donnell and Vince Pavia, couldn't be more proud.  In a hashtag, Ms. O'Donnell proudly claims, "LCCTC HA rocks it again!"  She beams, "They make it all worth it."  

But she doesn't claim all the credit; according to Ms. O, "their fearless leader" Mr. Pavia helped lead these skilled ladies to greatness, as well.  He is proud to report that "their hard work paid off!"  He goes on to say that "the work they put in is remarkable."

Cammie Moses is ready to get to work.  "I'm a Certified Nurse Aide now so I can begin working to care for people.  It's why I'd like to pursue my career in nursing."  

Because of her training for this level in nursing, Darla Parsons already works in a nursing home.  Being certified will allow her more "opportunity to grow" in her health-care career.  She states that she's "proud to be able to have more responsibility."

Congratulations!  You are all Certified Nurse Aides!

"All of my hard work and dedication has paid off," states Emily Moffatt.  "Having my CNA has opened new opportunities for my future" ...and it's a bright future ahead for Emily!

Alison Witzeman has also been working in a nursing home, but she understands what it took to get to where she is.  "I had to study hard and take my education seriously."  As a result, she is able to earn a good wage -- more than the average high school student.  She looks forward to being on Co-op during her senior year and this experience and monetary benefit will help her further her career in the health field.

This certification marks the first step of many planned by Angela Graham.  When she graduates, she has made it a goal to further her education to become a Registered Nurse so she can work in pediatrics.  So many dream of their future career; Angela is on her way to making it happen.  They all are!

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