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You can find CNA classes in every state, online and in person, with most programs finishing in 4 to 12 weeks. Because a CNA credential is issued by your state's nurse aide registry rather than a national board, the one rule that holds everywhere is that the program has to be state-approved. Required training hours vary widely, from the federal floor of 75 up to 100 in Texas, 138 in Washington, and 160 in California. Nursing assistants earn a median of $42,260 a year, about $20.32 an hour, and the real cost of getting trained runs from free to roughly $1,450. Use the city and state lists below to find approved programs near you, and the rest of this page to tell an approved program from one that will not count.
CNA Salary and Job Outlook
Nursing assistants earn a median of $42,260 a year, about $20.32 an hour, in May 2025 BLS-sourced data, with entry pay near $33,946 and experienced aides around $51,979. CNAs provide hands-on daily care under a nurse's supervision in nursing homes, hospitals, assisted living, and home health; for a fuller look at the role, see what a CNA does. The BLS projects 2% employment growth for nursing assistants from 2024 to 2034, with most openings coming from workers who leave the field, which keeps entry-level positions turning over across the country.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do CNA classes cost?
CNA classes range from free to about $1,450. The programs featured on this page run $920 to $1,450, with some including books, scrubs, or exam preparation. Free training exists too, through nursing homes that train their own hires and through the federal rule requiring Medicare- and Medicaid-certified facilities to reimburse costs for aides they hire within 12 months. Compare programs by price on Dreambound to see what fits your budget.
How long does CNA training take?
Most CNA training takes 4 to 12 weeks. Federal rules set a 75-hour minimum, but many states require more, which lengthens the timeline; California's 160-hour requirement is the high end. Accelerated programs can finish in about 15 days to 3 weeks, while part-time evening or weekend tracks run closer to 12.
How do I become a CNA?
You complete a state-approved training program, pass your state's two-part competency exam, and get listed on the state nurse aide registry. The program has to be approved by your state to qualify you for the exam, so confirm that before you pay.
Can you take CNA classes online?
No state approves a fully online CNA program. The classroom theory can run online in a hybrid program, but you cannot be listed on the registry until you finish the required clinical hours in person at a licensed facility. Browse online CNA classes on Dreambound to see which hybrid programs serve your state.
Do CNA certifications transfer between states?
In most cases, yes. You apply for reciprocity or endorsement through the nurse aide registry in the state you are moving to, which usually asks for a current certification in good standing. Requirements and fees vary, so start with the registry website of your new state.
Choosing a CNA Class Near You
The detail that should guide your search is the state approval behind the credential. A program that sits on your state's nurse aide registry and schedules real clinical hours will make you eligible for the exam; one that does not will not, no matter how low the price. Run any class you find through the four checks above, then compare approved programs by city and state on Dreambound to find one that fits your schedule and budget.
