Anchorage, AK
AVTEC Allied Health Department
Certified Nurse Aide
Location
Anchorage, AK
Duration
8 weeks (230 hours)
Cost
$1,840
State Required Hours
140 hours minimum
- Address
1251 Muldoon Road, Suite 103
Anchorage, AK 99504
- Phone
- (907) 334-2230
- Website
- https://avtec.edu/programs/
About This Program
AVTEC's Allied Health campus in East Anchorage's Muldoon neighborhood runs Alaska's flagship state-operated vocational Certified Nurse Aide program, approved by the Alaska Board of Nursing. The 38-day full-time course covers classroom theory, lab skills, Basic Life Support, and direct patient care clinicals, fully preparing graduates for the Prometric Alaska CNA exam.
Location & Directions
1251 Muldoon Road, Suite 103, Anchorage, AK 99504
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 AVTEC Allied Health Department include?
AVTEC's Allied Health campus in East Anchorage's Muldoon neighborhood runs Alaska's flagship state-operated vocational Certified Nurse Aide program, approved by the Alaska Board of Nursing. The program is located at 1251 Muldoon Road, Suite 103, Anchorage, AK 99504. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (907) 334-2230 or visit https://avtec.edu/programs/.
How much does AVTEC Allied Health Department cost?
AVTEC Allied Health Department lists tuition for its certified nurse aide at $1,840. Total program cost for students typically includes state exam fees, background-check fees, books, and supplies on top of tuition, so the final out-of-pocket figure can vary. Call AVTEC Allied Health Department at (907) 334-2230 for the current fee breakdown and any available scholarships or financial aid.
How long is the program at AVTEC Allied Health Department?
The certified nurse aide at AVTEC Allied Health Department is structured as 8 weeks (230 hours). Alaska requires 140 hours minimum of state-approved training, so this program meets or exceeds the state minimum. Contact the program at (907) 334-2230 for current cohort start dates and schedule options.
How do I apply or contact AVTEC Allied Health Department?
Call AVTEC Allied Health Department directly at (907) 334-2230 or visit https://avtec.edu/programs/. The program is located at 1251 Muldoon Road, Suite 103, Anchorage, AK 99504. 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 AVTEC Allied Health Department?
Before enrolling at AVTEC Allied Health Department, 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.