Wallace Community College - Dothan Campus
1141 Wallace Drive
Certified Nurse Aide
- Duration:
- 25 days
- Cost:
- $875
- Phone:
- (334) 556-2202
CNA Classes in Dothan, AL
1 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training program in Dothan. Tuition ranges from $875. Alabama requires 75 hours minimum of training and uses Prometric for the competency exam.
Programs in Dothan
1
Tuition Range
$875
State Required Hours
75 hours minimum
Exam Vendor
Prometric
All CNA Programs in Dothan
Becoming a CNA in Alabama
Alabama's CNA pathway is governed by the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), Division of Health Care Facilities, which oversees the state Nurse Aide Registry under federal OBRA-87 requirements. Unlike states with separate licensing boards, ADPH itself approves every Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program (NATCEP) and contracts with Prometric to deliver both the written and skills portions of the competency exam. This single-agency structure keeps the timeline relatively short — most candidates can move from enrollment to active registry status in 6 to 10 weeks.
Frequently Asked Questions: CNA Training in Dothan
How many CNA training programs are available in Dothan, AL?
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Our directory lists 1 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training program in Dothan, AL. All programs must meet Alabama's minimum of 75 hours minimum and prepare graduates to sit for the Prometric competency exam.
How much does CNA training cost in Dothan?
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Published tuition for CNA programs in Dothan ranges from $875. Wallace Community College - Dothan Campus lists the lowest tuition at $875. Total out-of-pocket cost also includes the state exam fee ($85 total ($40 written or oral + $45 skills)), background check, and uniforms.
What is the fastest CNA program in Dothan?
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Wallace Community College - Dothan Campus offers the shortest published program in Dothan at 25 days. Alabama requires 75 hours minimum of state-approved training, so any accelerated program must compress the required hours into a shorter calendar window through full-time scheduling. Call (334) 556-2202 for current cohort start dates.
How do I become a CNA in Dothan, AL?
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To work as a CNA in Dothan, you must meet a Alabama-approved training program of at least 75 hours minimum, pass the Prometric competency exam (NNAAP-style two-part exam: a 60-question written (or oral) test with a 90-minute limit, plus a skills evaluation of 5 randomly selected nurse aide skills (hand hygiene mandatory)), and clear a FBI fingerprint-based criminal history background check plus ADPH abuse registry screening. Most candidates complete the full process in 6-10 weeks.
Are there free CNA classes in Dothan?
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No Dothan program on our directory currently advertises free tuition, but many Alabama nursing facilities pay for CNA training in exchange for a work commitment after certification. Ask local long-term care employers about employer-sponsored training programs, and check the American Red Cross and Job Corps for additional pathways.