Anchorage, AK

Caregiver Training Academy

Certified Nurse Aide

Location

Anchorage, AK

Duration

4 weeks (140 hours)

Cost

$1,500

State Required Hours

140 hours minimum

About This Program

Situated in Downtown Anchorage just south of the central business district, Caregiver Training Academy is on the Alaska Board of Nursing's approved Nurse Aide Training Program list. The accelerated 4-week, 140-hour curriculum mixes classroom instruction with supervised clinical practice and readies students for the Prometric Alaska CNA examination.

Location & Directions

203 West 15th Avenue, Suite 104, Anchorage, AK 99501

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 Caregiver Training Academy include?

Situated in Downtown Anchorage just south of the central business district, Caregiver Training Academy is on the Alaska Board of Nursing's approved Nurse Aide Training Program list. The program is located at 203 West 15th Avenue, Suite 104, Anchorage, AK 99501. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (907) 258-0535 or visit https://www.caregiverlist.com/alaska/anchorage-/training-program/1336/caregiver-training-academy.aspx.

How much does Caregiver Training Academy cost?

Caregiver Training Academy lists tuition for its certified nurse aide at $1,500. 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 Caregiver Training Academy at (907) 258-0535 for the current fee breakdown and any available scholarships or financial aid.

How long is the program at Caregiver Training Academy?

The certified nurse aide at Caregiver Training Academy is structured as 4 weeks (140 hours). Alaska requires 140 hours minimum of state-approved training, so this program meets or exceeds the state minimum. Contact the program at (907) 258-0535 for current cohort start dates and schedule options.

How do I apply or contact Caregiver Training Academy?

Call Caregiver Training Academy directly at (907) 258-0535 or visit https://www.caregiverlist.com/alaska/anchorage-/training-program/1336/caregiver-training-academy.aspx. The program is located at 203 West 15th Avenue, Suite 104, Anchorage, AK 99501. 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 Caregiver Training Academy?

Before enrolling at Caregiver Training Academy, 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.