Waterbury, CT

Naugatuck Valley Community College

Certified Nurse Aide

Location

Waterbury, CT

State Required Hours

100 hours minimum

About This Program

Naugatuck Valley Community College in Waterbury offers a DPH-approved Certified Nurse Aide program serving the Lower Naugatuck Valley and Greater Waterbury area. Experienced RN instructors lead classroom, lab, and clinical training, and the Connecticut Nurse Aide Competency Exam is administered on site. The college also runs an expanded Home Care CNA track on the Waterbury campus.

Location & Directions

750 Chase Parkway, Waterbury, CT 06708

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 Naugatuck Valley Community College include?

Naugatuck Valley Community College in Waterbury offers a DPH-approved Certified Nurse Aide program serving the Lower Naugatuck Valley and Greater Waterbury area. The program is located at 750 Chase Parkway, Waterbury, CT 06708. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (203) 575-8000 or visit https://nv.edu/academics/workforce-education/non-credit-workforce-development-training-courses/certified-nurse-aide.

How much does Naugatuck Valley Community College cost?

Naugatuck Valley Community College has not published a flat tuition figure on this directory; pricing for the certified nurse aide depends on residency, financial aid, and any employer sponsorships. Call (203) 575-8000 or visit the program website at https://nv.edu/academics/workforce-education/non-credit-workforce-development-training-courses/certified-nurse-aide 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 Naugatuck Valley Community College?

Naugatuck Valley Community College has not published a fixed length for this directory. Programs in Connecticut must meet the state minimum of 100 hours minimum, so plan accordingly. Call (203) 575-8000 or check the program website at https://nv.edu/academics/workforce-education/non-credit-workforce-development-training-courses/certified-nurse-aide to confirm the program length, start dates, and full-time vs part-time schedule options.

How do I apply or contact Naugatuck Valley Community College?

Call Naugatuck Valley Community College directly at (203) 575-8000 or visit https://nv.edu/academics/workforce-education/non-credit-workforce-development-training-courses/certified-nurse-aide. The program is located at 750 Chase Parkway, Waterbury, CT 06708. 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 Naugatuck Valley Community College?

Before enrolling at Naugatuck Valley Community College, 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 Waterbury?

Yes. In addition to Naugatuck Valley Community College in Waterbury, our directory includes CNA training programs in Hartford, East Hartford, Bridgeport, New Haven, 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.