Hartford, CT

A.I. Prince Technical High School Adult Education

Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)

Location

Hartford, CT

Duration

Approximately 18 weeks (evening cohorts, 100 hours)

State Required Hours

100 hours minimum

Address

500 Brookfield Street

Hartford, CT 06106

About This Program

Part of the Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CTECS), A.I. Prince Technical High School on Brookfield Street in Hartford's Parkville/Frog Hollow area operates a Connecticut DPH-approved Certified Nurse Aide program through its adult education division. Evening cohorts run roughly 18 weeks and deliver the state-required 100 hours (16 theory + 84 clinical/lab) alongside the technical school's nursing-skills labs. Graduates are prepared for the Prometric CNA exam and the Connecticut Nurse Aide Registry. The program leverages CTECS instructors and clinical partnerships across the Hartford healthcare network.

Location & Directions

500 Brookfield Street, Hartford, CT 06106

Becoming a CNA in Connecticut

Connecticut's CNA pathway is administered entirely by the Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) through its Practitioner Licensing and Investigations Section. DPH approves all 100-hour Nurse Aide Training Programs, contracts with Prometric to deliver both the written and skills competency exams, and maintains the public Connecticut Nurse Aide Registry. The 100-hour training minimum places Connecticut among the higher-hour states in the Northeast — 25 hours above the federal floor and a meaningful step above neighbors like New York and Rhode Island.

Minimum Age

16

Training Hours

100 hours minimum

Exam Vendor

Prometric

Time to Cert

6-12 weeks

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the CNA program at A.I. Prince Technical High School Adult Education include?

Part of the Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (CTECS), A.I. The program is located at 500 Brookfield Street, Hartford, CT 06106. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (860) 951-7112 or visit https://prince.cttech.org/.

How much does A.I. Prince Technical High School Adult Education cost?

A.I. Prince Technical High School Adult Education has not published a flat tuition figure on this directory; pricing for the certified nurse aide (cna) depends on residency, financial aid, and any employer sponsorships. Call (860) 951-7112 or visit the program website at https://prince.cttech.org/ to request the current fee schedule. For reference, total CNA training costs in Connecticut generally fall in the range of $1,000-$2,500.

How long is the program at A.I. Prince Technical High School Adult Education?

The certified nurse aide (cna) at A.I. Prince Technical High School Adult Education is structured as Approximately 18 weeks (evening cohorts, 100 hours). Connecticut requires 100 hours minimum of state-approved training, so this program meets or exceeds the state minimum. Contact the program at (860) 951-7112 for current cohort start dates and schedule options.

How do I apply or contact A.I. Prince Technical High School Adult Education?

Call A.I. Prince Technical High School Adult Education directly at (860) 951-7112 or visit https://prince.cttech.org/. The program is located at 500 Brookfield Street, Hartford, CT 06106. Ask about upcoming cohort start dates, application deadlines, background-check requirements, and any scholarships or financial-aid options before enrolling.

What Connecticut CNA requirements should I know before enrolling at A.I. Prince Technical High School Adult Education?

Before enrolling at A.I. Prince Technical High School Adult Education, make sure you meet Connecticut's minimum age (16), education requirements, and background-check rules. Connecticut requires 100 hours minimum of state-approved training and uses Prometric for the competency exam, with most candidates reaching certification in 6-12 weeks. See the full Connecticut CNA requirements page for a complete checklist.

Are there other CNA programs near Hartford?

Yes. In addition to A.I. Prince Technical High School Adult Education in Hartford, our directory includes CNA training programs in East Hartford, Bridgeport, New Haven, Waterbury, Norwich. Comparing programs by location, schedule, and cost is the easiest way to find the best fit for your situation. Browse all Connecticut CNA classes for the full list.