Anchorage, AK

Alaska CNA

Certified Nurse Aide

Location

Anchorage, AK

Duration

6 weeks

State Required Hours

140 hours minimum

Address

750 W. Dimond Boulevard, Suite 103

Anchorage, AK 99515

About This Program

Located in South Anchorage near Dimond Center, Alaska CNA is licensed and approved by the Alaska State Board of Nursing and offers a hybrid format combining evening online sessions with in-person weekend and weekday skills labs. Graduates sit for the Prometric Alaska CNA exam and receive job placement and resume support.

Location & Directions

750 W. Dimond Boulevard, Suite 103, Anchorage, AK 99515

Becoming a CNA in Alaska

Alaska is one of the most demanding states in the country for nurse aide training because the Board of Nursing chose to nearly double the 75-hour federal floor. Candidates must complete a 140-hour program that splits 60 hours of classroom theory with 80 hours of supervised clinical work, a structure designed to prepare aides for the isolated rural settings where they may be the only direct-care worker on shift. The expanded clinical block also reflects the influence of tribal health employers, who recruit heavily from CNA cohorts and expect graduates to step quickly into village clinics and remote long-term care wings.

Minimum Age

18

Training Hours

140 hours minimum

Exam Vendor

Credentia (NNAAP) — Alaska transitioned from in-state administration to Credentia direct in April 2023

Time to Cert

12-20 weeks

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the CNA program at Alaska CNA include?

Located in South Anchorage near Dimond Center, Alaska CNA is licensed and approved by the Alaska State Board of Nursing and offers a hybrid format combining evening online sessions with in-person weekend and weekday skills labs. The program is located at 750 W. Dimond Boulevard, Suite 103, Anchorage, AK 99515. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (907) 267-9113 or visit https://alaskacnaprogram.com/.

How much does Alaska CNA cost?

Alaska CNA has not published a flat tuition figure on this directory; pricing for the certified nurse aide depends on residency, financial aid, and any employer sponsorships. Call (907) 267-9113 or visit the program website at https://alaskacnaprogram.com/ to request the current fee schedule. For reference, total CNA training costs in Alaska generally fall in the range of $1,500-$3,500 including training tuition.

How long is the program at Alaska CNA?

The certified nurse aide at Alaska CNA is structured as 6 weeks. Alaska requires 140 hours minimum of state-approved training, so this program meets or exceeds the state minimum. Contact the program at (907) 267-9113 for current cohort start dates and schedule options.

How do I apply or contact Alaska CNA?

Call Alaska CNA directly at (907) 267-9113 or visit https://alaskacnaprogram.com/. The program is located at 750 W. Dimond Boulevard, Suite 103, Anchorage, AK 99515. Ask about upcoming cohort start dates, application deadlines, background-check requirements, and any scholarships or financial-aid options before enrolling.

What Alaska CNA requirements should I know before enrolling at Alaska CNA?

Before enrolling at Alaska CNA, make sure you meet Alaska's minimum age (18), education requirements, and background-check rules. Alaska requires 140 hours minimum of state-approved training and uses Credentia (NNAAP) — Alaska transitioned from in-state administration to Credentia direct in April 2023 for the competency exam, with most candidates reaching certification in 12-20 weeks. See the full Alaska CNA requirements page for a complete checklist.