Florida State College at Jacksonville
101 W State St
Nursing Assistant (Articulated)
- Duration:
- 165 hours
- Cost:
- $1,500
- Phone:
- (904) 646-2300
CNA Classes in Jacksonville, FL
7 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training programs in Jacksonville. Tuition ranges from $225 to $1,500. Florida requires None required (challenge exam allowed) of training and uses Prometric for the competency exam.
Programs in Jacksonville
7
Tuition Range
$225 to $1,500
State Required Hours
None required (challenge exam allowed)
Exam Vendor
Prometric
All CNA Programs in Jacksonville
Florida State College at Jacksonville - North Campus
4501 Capper Road
Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Cost:
- $1,228
- Phone:
- (904) 766-6500
First Coast CNA
3728 Philips Highway, Suite 13
Nursing Assistant Training Program
- Duration:
- 120 hours
- Cost:
- $1,100
- Phone:
- (904) 778-5547
Sharron Nursing Academy
5045 Soutel Drive, Suite 13
Nursing Assistant Program
- Duration:
- 165 hours
- Phone:
- (904) 799-8059
Affordable Training
7867 Lakeland Street
Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Duration:
- 120 hours
- Phone:
- (904) 378-0102
One Week CNA Training & Testing
1343 Rogero Road
Nursing Assistant (CNA) Exam Prep
- Duration:
- 3 days (one week)
- Cost:
- $225
- Phone:
- (904) 651-1420
Becoming a CNA in Florida
Florida is unusual in giving you two distinct paths to becoming a CNA, and the choice matters more than most candidates realize. If you have any prior healthcare experience — medical assistant, home health aide, EMT, military medic, or internationally trained nurse — the challenge-exam pathway can put you on the registry in as little as 2 to 4 weeks for around $250 total. If you are starting from zero, a 120-hour training program is the lower-risk choice even though it is not legally required, because first-time challengers without healthcare experience have a much lower pass rate on the skills portion of the Prometric exam than program graduates.
Frequently Asked Questions: CNA Training in Jacksonville
How many CNA training programs are available in Jacksonville, FL?
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Our directory lists 7 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training programs in Jacksonville, FL. All programs must meet Florida's minimum of None required (challenge exam allowed) and prepare graduates to sit for the Prometric competency exam.
How much does CNA training cost in Jacksonville?
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Published tuition for CNA programs in Jacksonville ranges from $225 to $1,500. One Week CNA Training & Testing lists the lowest tuition at $225. Total out-of-pocket cost also includes the state exam fee ($155 total ($35 written + $120 skills)), background check, and uniforms.
What is the fastest CNA program in Jacksonville?
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One Week CNA Training & Testing offers the shortest published program in Jacksonville at 3 days (one week). Florida requires None required (challenge exam allowed) of state-approved training, so any accelerated program must compress the required hours into a shorter calendar window through full-time scheduling. Call (904) 651-1420 for current cohort start dates.
How do I become a CNA in Jacksonville, FL?
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To work as a CNA in Jacksonville, you must meet Florida training requirements (None required (challenge exam allowed)), pass the Prometric competency exam (Two-part exam: a written (or oral) knowledge test plus a hands-on skills evaluation. Florida candidates may attempt the exam up to three times within a two-year window without formal training.), and clear a Level II background screening (Livescan fingerprinting, ORI# EDOH0380Z) through the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and FBI. Most candidates complete the full process in 2–10 weeks depending on whether you challenge the exam directly or complete a training program first.
Are there free CNA classes in Jacksonville?
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No Jacksonville program on our directory currently advertises free tuition, but many Florida nursing facilities pay for CNA training in exchange for a work commitment after certification. Ask local long-term care employers about employer-sponsored training programs, and check the American Red Cross and Job Corps for additional pathways.