Athens Technical College
800 U.S. Highway 29 North
Nurse Aide Technical Certificate of Credit
- Duration:
- 1 semester
- Phone:
- (706) 355-5000
CNA Classes in Athens, GA
1 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training program in Athens. Georgia requires 85 hours of training and uses Prometric for the competency exam.
Programs in Athens
1
State Required Hours
85 hours
Exam Vendor
Prometric
All CNA Programs in Athens
Becoming a CNA in Georgia
Becoming a CNA in Georgia is one of the more accessible pathways in the Southeast. The state requires 85 hours of training — just 10 hours above the federal floor — which means most full-time programs can be completed in 4 to 6 weeks. Georgia's Technical College System runs the largest network of approved training programs, typically at modest tuition rates and often with HOPE Career Grant funding available for state residents in healthcare pathways. Several long-term care facility chains in metro Atlanta, Savannah, Columbus, and Augusta also sponsor CNA training in exchange for a 6 to 12 month work commitment.
Frequently Asked Questions: CNA Training in Athens
How many CNA training programs are available in Athens, GA?
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Our directory lists 1 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training program in Athens, GA. All programs must meet Georgia's minimum of 85 hours and prepare graduates to sit for the Prometric competency exam.
How do I become a CNA in Athens, GA?
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To work as a CNA in Athens, you must meet a Georgia-approved training program of at least 85 hours, pass the Prometric competency exam (Two-part exam: a written (or oral) knowledge test plus a hands-on skills evaluation. Search results are returned on the registry by SSN (last 4 digits), name, or certificate number.), and clear a Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) criminal background check plus fingerprint-based federal FBI clearance. Most candidates complete the full process in 5–10 weeks (training 4–6 weeks, exam and registry 2–4 weeks).
Are there free CNA classes in Athens?
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No Athens program on our directory currently advertises free tuition, but many Georgia 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.