Member Voices: Bryan Herrera

August 24, 2012

Bryan Herrera is currently utilizing the 1199SEIU Training and Upgrading Fund to take classes to become a licensed practical nurse.

Q: What made you want to go back to school?

A: “I’ve been a CNA for 12 years and I want to advance into the next field.”

Q: What do you hope to do after you finish your studies?

A: “I want to become an LPN. I feel comfortable in the nursing home industry, but I could also do home health care.”

Q: What do you tell your coworkers about the Training Fund?

A: “I try to encourage people to go back to school. I think it is a good thing to improve yourself.”

Q: What college are you attending? How many classes do you have left?

A: “I’m going to Roxbury Community College. I am taking one more pre-requisite, a science class in the fall.”