Phoenix, AZ
Paradise Valley Community College
Nurse Assisting Certificate of Completion (CNA)
Location
Phoenix, AZ
Duration
2 semesters or less
State Required Hours
120 hours
- Address
18401 N. 32nd Street
Phoenix, AZ 85032
- Phone
- (602) 787-7000
About This Program
Paradise Valley Community College serves the North Phoenix/Desert Ridge area near the Loop 101. The fast-track Nurse Assisting CCL pairs classroom instruction with clinical lab practice and long-term-care rotations, and graduates are eligible to sit for the Arizona State Board of Nursing CNA certification exam. The program is AZBN-approved and articulates into Maricopa Community Colleges nursing ladder.
Location & Directions
18401 N. 32nd Street, Phoenix, AZ 85032
Becoming a CNA in Arizona
Becoming a CNA in Arizona is more time-intensive than in most states because Arizona requires 120 hours of training — 45 hours above the federal minimum of 75. Under Arizona Administrative Code R4-19-802, that 120-hour curriculum must include at least 40 hours of classroom instruction, 20 hours of supervised skills laboratory practice, 40 hours of supervised clinical experience (with at least 20 of those clinical hours providing direct resident care in a long-term care facility licensed by the Arizona Department of Health Services), plus 20 additional program-allocated hours. Most full-time programs take 6 to 10 weeks.
Minimum Age
16
Training Hours
120 hours
Exam Vendor
D&S Diversified Technologies - Headmaster LLP
Time to Cert
8–14 weeks (training 6–10 weeks, exam and registry 2–4 weeks)
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the CNA program at Paradise Valley Community College include?
Paradise Valley Community College serves the North Phoenix/Desert Ridge area near the Loop 101. The program is located at 18401 N. 32nd Street, Phoenix, AZ 85032. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (602) 787-7000 or visit https://www.paradisevalley.edu/degrees-certificates/health-sciences/nurse-assisting-5963n-ccl.
How much does Paradise Valley Community College cost?
Paradise Valley Community College has not published a flat tuition figure on this directory; pricing for the nurse assisting certificate of completion (cna) depends on residency, financial aid, and any employer sponsorships. Call (602) 787-7000 or visit the program website at https://www.paradisevalley.edu/degrees-certificates/health-sciences/nurse-assisting-5963n-ccl to request the current fee schedule. For reference, total CNA training costs in Arizona generally fall in the range of $0 (employer-sponsored) to $2,000 (private 120-hour program plus Fingerprint Clearance Card).
How long is the program at Paradise Valley Community College?
The nurse assisting certificate of completion (cna) at Paradise Valley Community College is structured as 2 semesters or less. Arizona requires 120 hours of state-approved training, so this program meets or exceeds the state minimum. Contact the program at (602) 787-7000 for current cohort start dates and schedule options.
How do I apply or contact Paradise Valley Community College?
Call Paradise Valley Community College directly at (602) 787-7000 or visit https://www.paradisevalley.edu/degrees-certificates/health-sciences/nurse-assisting-5963n-ccl. The program is located at 18401 N. 32nd Street, Phoenix, AZ 85032. Ask about upcoming cohort start dates, application deadlines, background-check requirements, and any scholarships or financial-aid options before enrolling.
What Arizona CNA requirements should I know before enrolling at Paradise Valley Community College?
Before enrolling at Paradise Valley Community College, make sure you meet Arizona's minimum age (16), education requirements, and background-check rules. Arizona requires 120 hours of state-approved training and uses D&S Diversified Technologies - Headmaster LLP for the competency exam, with most candidates reaching certification in 8–14 weeks (training 6–10 weeks, exam and registry 2–4 weeks). See the full Arizona CNA requirements page for a complete checklist.
Are there other CNA programs near Phoenix?
Yes. In addition to Paradise Valley Community College in Phoenix, our directory includes CNA training programs in Tucson, Mesa. Comparing programs by location, schedule, and cost is the easiest way to find the best fit for your situation. Browse all Arizona CNA classes for the full list.
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