Start Your Healthcare Career for Only $100: How to Become a Personal Care Aide and Upgrade to CNA with One Breath Academy
- onebreathcna
- Oct 21
- 4 min read
A Message From One Breath Academy
At One Breath Academy, we believe that opportunity should never depend on background, income, or status.If you’ve ever dreamed of working in healthcare but thought it was too expensive or complicated — this is your sign that it’s possible.
For only $100, you can earn your Personal Care Aide certification, start working, and build the foundation for a lasting, fulfilling healthcare career.
Our mission is simple:
To make healthcare education affordable, accessible, and empowering for every student who dares to begin.
Why the World Needs More Caregivers
America’s aging population is growing faster than ever. Hospitals, nursing homes, and home health agencies are struggling to fill essential care positions.
Personal Care Aides are the heartbeat of the healthcare system. They are the ones who help seniors, individuals with disabilities, and recovering patients maintain their dignity, independence, and quality of life.
Demand is rising every year, and with it, new opportunities for stable, rewarding work.
What is a Personal Care Aide (PCA)?
A Personal Care Aide provides non-medical assistance to clients who need help with daily living. PCAs work under supervision to ensure clients are clean, comfortable, and cared for.
Typical PCA Duties:
Helping with bathing, dressing, and grooming
Preparing simple meals and assisting with feeding
Helping clients move safely around the home
Light housekeeping and laundry
Providing companionship and emotional support
Reporting changes in a client’s condition to supervisors
PCA work is meaningful, hands-on, and personal. You make a direct impact every single day.
4. Why Starting as a PCA Makes Sense
Many of our students dream of becoming nurses, medical assistants, or CNAs — but don’t have thousands of dollars upfront.
That’s why starting as a PCA is the smartest first step. It gives you real experience, builds confidence, and helps you decide if the healthcare field truly fits you — all while getting paid.
Benefits of Starting as a PCA:
✅ Low-cost entry (just $100)
✅ Fast certification (often within weeks)
✅ Job placement support
✅ Flexible schedules
✅ Bridge program to CNA and beyond
You don’t have to wait years to get started — you can begin your healthcare career this month.
Your $100 Pathway at One Breath Academy
We designed our PCA program to remove every barrier to entry.
Here’s what you get for your $100 enrollment:
Enrollment in One Breath Academy’s PCA training
Instruction with a licensed nursing professional
Access to our training materials and guides
Your completion certificate recognized by home-care agencies
Access to job placement resources and CNA upgrade opportunities
No extra fees. No hidden costs. Just one payment of $100 to get started.
What You’ll Learn in the PCA Program
Our training is built to help you succeed not just in the classroom but on the job.
Topics Include:
Understanding client rights and privacy (HIPAA)
Infection control and safety procedures
Communication and professionalism
Nutrition and hydration
Personal hygiene and mobility assistance
Emergency response basics
Ethics, empathy, and client care
By the end of the program, you’ll feel confident walking into your first PCA role with skills that employers trust.
Real Jobs, Real Pay, Real Change
Once certified, you can begin working immediately in roles like:
Home Health Aide
Caregiver
Assisted Living Aide
Personal Support Specialist
Companion Care Provider
Average Pay:
Entry-Level PCA: $14–$18 per hour
Self employed: Make your own schedule and charge your own rates
Experienced PCA: $19–$22 per hour
That means you can earn your $100 investment back in less than one workday.
And when you upgrade to CNA, your earning potential increases even more.
How to Upgrade to CNA
After completing your PCA certification and gaining hands-on experience, the next natural step is becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
One Breath Academy makes the transition simple. You’ll receive priority admission into our CNA program and discounted tuition for being a graduate.
As a CNA, you’ll learn:
Measuring vital signs
Charting patient records
Supporting nurses and doctors
Working in hospital settings
Performing basic clinical procedures
Average CNA Salary: $35,000–$45,000+ annually
Many of our CNAs go on to become LPNs, RNs, or even nurse practitioners — all starting from that first $100 PCA certification.
A Day in the Life: PCA vs. CNA
Role | Setting | Main Duties | Pay Range |
PCA | Home, private care, assisted living | Personal hygiene, companionship, mobility, light housekeeping | $14–$20/hr |
CNA | Hospital, rehab, long-term care | Vital signs, patient care, charting, assisting nurses | $18–$26/hr |
Both roles are essential — one focuses on comfort and support, the other on clinical care and nursing assistance.The great news? Both start at One Breath Academy.
Success Stories from Our Students
“I was a single mom looking for something stable. I started with the $100 PCA class, and within months I was working. Now I’m upgrading to CNA!”— Tina R., Graduate
“This program gave me confidence and direction. The instructors really care, and the price made it possible for me to start.”— Marcus L., PCA
“I used to work retail. Now I’m in a hospital helping patients every day. It started right here.”— Samantha B., CNA
Tuition, Payment Options, and Enrollment Steps
PCA Program Tuition: Only $100 (all inclusive)
CNA Upgrade Program: Discounted for PCA graduates
Payment Options:
Pay in full ($100)
Pay online via debit/credit card
Payment plan options for CNA available
How to Enroll:
Submit your $100 payment
Complete the online PCA course.
Download your certificate.
Start your journey in healthcare!
12. Your Next Step
You’ve just read about one of the most affordable ways to start a professional career in healthcare — no degree required, no massive loans, just action.
At One Breath Academy, we believe the power to change your life begins with one decision, one class, one breath.
👉 Enroll today for only $100 and start helping others while building your career.
📍 One Breath Academy
205 Cleveland Rd B, Bogart, GA 30622
📞 Call: (706) 850-4017
📧 Email: info@onebreathacademy.com
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