Shelton State Community College
9500 Old Greensboro Road
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Duration:
- 110 hours (86 classroom/lab + 24 clinical)
- Phone:
- (205) 391-2214
CNA Classes in Tuscaloosa, AL
2 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training programs in Tuscaloosa. Alabama requires 75 hours minimum of training and uses Prometric for the competency exam.
Programs in Tuscaloosa
2
State Required Hours
75 hours minimum
Exam Vendor
Prometric
All CNA Programs in Tuscaloosa
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 Tuscaloosa
How many CNA training programs are available in Tuscaloosa, AL?
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Our directory lists 2 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training programs in Tuscaloosa, AL. All programs must meet Alabama's minimum of 75 hours minimum and prepare graduates to sit for the Prometric competency exam.
How do I become a CNA in Tuscaloosa, AL?
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To work as a CNA in Tuscaloosa, 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 Tuscaloosa?
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No Tuscaloosa 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.