Atlanta Technical College
1560 Metropolitan Parkway SW
Nurse Aide Technical Certificate of Credit
- Duration:
- 1 semester
- Phone:
- (404) 225-4400
CNA Classes in Atlanta, GA
7 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training programs in Atlanta. Tuition ranges from $520 to $800. Georgia requires 85 hours of training and uses Prometric for the competency exam.
Programs in Atlanta
7
Tuition Range
$520 to $800
State Required Hours
85 hours
Exam Vendor
Prometric
All CNA Programs in Atlanta
Murray Career Institute
233 Mitchell Street SW, Suite 550
Certified Nurse Aide
- Duration:
- 2 weeks (day) or 5 weeks (evening)
- Cost:
- $520
- Phone:
- (404) 228-1568
Covenant CNA School
1 Baltimore Place NW, Suite 401
Certified Nurse Aide
- Duration:
- 4 weeks
- Cost:
- $800
- Phone:
- (404) 733-5491
Northside Hospital
1000 Johnson Ferry Road NE
Nurse Aide Training Program
- Duration:
- 18 days
- Phone:
- (404) 851-8000
Cambridge College of Healthcare & Technology
5669 Peachtree Dunwoody Road, Suite 100
Nursing Assistant
- Duration:
- 5 weeks (120 hours)
- Phone:
- (404) 255-4500
4Front Nursing Aide Academy
225 Peachtree Street NE, Suite 585
Nurse Aide Training Program
- Phone:
- (404) 850-9252
PruittHealth - West Atlanta
2645 Whiting Street NW
Nurse Aide Training Program
- Phone:
- (404) 799-9267
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 Atlanta
How many CNA training programs are available in Atlanta, GA?
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Our directory lists 7 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training programs in Atlanta, GA. All programs must meet Georgia's minimum of 85 hours and prepare graduates to sit for the Prometric competency exam.
How much does CNA training cost in Atlanta?
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Published tuition for CNA programs in Atlanta ranges from $520 to $800. Murray Career Institute lists the lowest tuition at $520. Total out-of-pocket cost also includes the state exam fee (Approximately $105 total for both portions), background check, and uniforms.
What is the fastest CNA program in Atlanta?
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Murray Career Institute offers the shortest published program in Atlanta at 2 weeks (day) or 5 weeks (evening). Georgia requires 85 hours of state-approved training, so any accelerated program must compress the required hours into a shorter calendar window through full-time scheduling. Call (404) 228-1568 for current cohort start dates.
How do I become a CNA in Atlanta, GA?
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To work as a CNA in Atlanta, 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 Atlanta?
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No Atlanta 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.