I plan on taking a CNA certification course-Involves no clinicals?

I would check with your local laws for becoming a CNA. Most states require that you have a certain number of hours in clinicals before they can become certified. For example, I have to have 24 hours worth of clinics before I can get my CNA in Utah. One other thing I would look into is going through an accredited program. Usually CNA's with more experience will be hired first.