Phoenix, AZ
Star Canyon School of Nursing
Certified Nursing Assistant / Licensed Nursing Assistant
Location
Phoenix, AZ
State Required Hours
120 hours
- Address
8900 N. Central Avenue, Suite 106
Phoenix, AZ 85020
- Phone
- (602) 935-6628
- Website
- https://starcanyon.org/
About This Program
Star Canyon School of Nursing is a small private school in the Sunnyslope/North Central corridor of Phoenix. Its CNA/LNA program runs both day (M-Th 9am-1pm) and evening (M-Th 5pm-9pm) cohorts with weekend clinical rotations and monthly start dates, emphasizing personalized instruction and open-lab practice for the AZBN nurse aide exam.
Location & Directions
8900 N. Central Avenue, Suite 106, Phoenix, AZ 85020
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 Star Canyon School of Nursing include?
Star Canyon School of Nursing is a small private school in the Sunnyslope/North Central corridor of Phoenix. The program is located at 8900 N. Central Avenue, Suite 106, Phoenix, AZ 85020. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (602) 935-6628 or visit https://starcanyon.org/.
How much does Star Canyon School of Nursing cost?
Star Canyon School of Nursing has not published a flat tuition figure on this directory; pricing for the certified nursing assistant / licensed nursing assistant depends on residency, financial aid, and any employer sponsorships. Call (602) 935-6628 or visit the program website at https://starcanyon.org/ 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 Star Canyon School of Nursing?
Star Canyon School of Nursing has not published a fixed length for this directory. Programs in Arizona must meet the state minimum of 120 hours, so plan accordingly. Call (602) 935-6628 or check the program website at https://starcanyon.org/ to confirm the program length, start dates, and full-time vs part-time schedule options.
How do I apply or contact Star Canyon School of Nursing?
Call Star Canyon School of Nursing directly at (602) 935-6628 or visit https://starcanyon.org/. The program is located at 8900 N. Central Avenue, Suite 106, Phoenix, AZ 85020. 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 Star Canyon School of Nursing?
Before enrolling at Star Canyon School of Nursing, 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 Star Canyon School of Nursing 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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