Why Become a CNA?
Between an aging population and a lack of retention in the workforce, Hawaii needs new healthcare workers now more than ever.

Why Lift HI?
Many people don't think healthcare is for them. But many people already have the strengths that employers are looking for.
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A chance to give back.
As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), you play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for not only patients but their families as well. By building meaningful relationships, you empower patients to maintain their dignity and independence, making a lasting positive impact on their overall well-being.
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This is a pathway to a career, not just "another" training.
A CNA certification doesn't just open up the pathway into a higher paying job, it opens up a plethora of doors in the healthcare field that take maximizes your skills. Our students come from a variety of backgrounds and naturally vary in their goals — but they all start building a solid foundation as CNAs here.
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A stable career can change more than just your job.
Your certificate and training are portable. Facilities from acute care to long term care welcome CNAs and your work hours can conform to your life circumstances. Rest assured — choosing to be a CNA doesn't confine you.
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