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Certified Nursing Assistant

Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) provide basic care and help patients with activities of daily living.

Avg Salary

$39,530

/yr

Job Growth

6%

High

New Jobs

367

Workforce

1.4M

Free CNA Training

No-cost training programs and scholarships

CNA Training Requirements

75-180

Training Hours Required

16-40

Clinical Hours

4-12

Weeks to Complete

CNA training programs typically include both classroom instruction and hands-on clinical experience. Training hours vary by state, with most requiring 75-180 total hours. After completing training, you'll need to pass a state competency exam to become certified.

How to Get Free CNA Training

Nursing Homes

Many nursing facilities offer free training in exchange for a work commitment

Community Colleges

Some offer free programs through workforce development grants

Red Cross

Offers training programs with scholarship opportunities

Hospitals

Some hospital systems train CNAs for free with employment agreements

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