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To become an RNFA, the aspirant should finish a 4 year RNFA program from an accredited school. He must be licensed by the State Licensing Board and acquire certification in peri-operative nursing (CPN). He must take part in continuing training and education programs to enhance his skills and competencies.
This usually takes another two years of studying. Hence, to become an registered nurse, a student could spend as much as five years (one year for MA, two years for LPN and two years for RN) to end up with a bachelorâs degree in nursing. Luckily, there are other options besides going straight for the bachelorâs degree.As hold a diploma with which they can become certified medical assistants (CMAs) in the states where this is required. In some states, the position is known as Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), which is the same thing.