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If you’re interested in getting into the exciting and growing field of healthcare, with little time and investment, you can become a certified nursing assistant. With a high school education, and a six to twelve week course certification, you’re on your way to a career where you can help, comfort, and care for others. The demand is rising for certified nursing assistants, because as the population ages, the demand will continue to grow.

There are a number of educational programs available to those seeking to become state tested nursing assistant. Community colleges, vocational centers, and formal educational programs offer certified nursing training. Although the time and investments to become a state tested nursing assistant will vary by state, with a high school diploma or its equivalent, you can begin your training.

Certified nursing assistants enjoy steady employment and a positive outlook for career growth. According to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, in the next 10 years, state tested nursing assistants opportunities will increase faster than the national average for all other occupations. In fact, as a state trained nursing assistant, your career outlook is excellent.

The average salary for state tested nursing assistants in 2011 is around $27,000 per year. Salaries vary considerably, however, by geographical area. New York and California have some of the highest paying CNA jobs available.

So if you are a caring person, if you enjoy helping people, and if you’re excited about entering the medical profession as a nurse’s aide, you can join one of the fastest growing healthcare careers available today.