Savannah, GA
Dunamis Health Care Academy
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
Location
Savannah, GA
Duration
5 weeks
State Required Hours
85 hours
- Address
704 Wheaton Street
Savannah, GA 31401
- Phone
- (912) 675-2145
- Website
- https://dhcacademy.org/
About This Program
Sitting on Wheaton Street in Savannah's Eastside, a short drive from the Historic District and Daffin Park, Dunamis Health Care Academy offers a five-week Certified Nurse Aide course meeting Monday-Thursday with both day and evening cohorts. Led by Director Lisa Thornton, the program combines classroom theory, skills lab, and supervised clinicals at area long-term care facilities under the Georgia Department of Community Health/GMCF nurse aide framework. Graduates test through Pearson VUE/Credentia for the NNAAP exam and earn placement on the Georgia Nurse Aide Registry. The academy also runs state-exam test prep and a Certified Medication Tech track, with payment plans available.
Location & Directions
704 Wheaton Street, Savannah, GA 31401
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.
Minimum Age
16
Training Hours
85 hours
Exam Vendor
Prometric
Time to Cert
5–10 weeks (training 4–6 weeks, exam and registry 2–4 weeks)
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the CNA program at Dunamis Health Care Academy include?
Sitting on Wheaton Street in Savannah's Eastside, a short drive from the Historic District and Daffin Park, Dunamis Health Care Academy offers a five-week Certified Nurse Aide course meeting Monday-Thursday with both day and evening cohorts. The program is located at 704 Wheaton Street, Savannah, GA 31401. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (912) 675-2145 or visit https://dhcacademy.org/.
How much does Dunamis Health Care Academy cost?
Dunamis Health Care Academy 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 (912) 675-2145 or visit the program website at https://dhcacademy.org/ to request the current fee schedule. For reference, total CNA training costs in Georgia generally fall in the range of $0 (employer-sponsored) to $1,200 (private program).
How long is the program at Dunamis Health Care Academy?
The certified nurse aide (cna) at Dunamis Health Care Academy is structured as 5 weeks. Georgia requires 85 hours of state-approved training, so this program meets or exceeds the state minimum. Contact the program at (912) 675-2145 for current cohort start dates and schedule options.
How do I apply or contact Dunamis Health Care Academy?
Call Dunamis Health Care Academy directly at (912) 675-2145 or visit https://dhcacademy.org/. The program is located at 704 Wheaton Street, Savannah, GA 31401. Ask about upcoming cohort start dates, application deadlines, background-check requirements, and any scholarships or financial-aid options before enrolling.
What Georgia CNA requirements should I know before enrolling at Dunamis Health Care Academy?
Before enrolling at Dunamis Health Care Academy, make sure you meet Georgia's minimum age (16), education requirements, and background-check rules. Georgia requires 85 hours of state-approved training and uses Prometric for the competency exam, with most candidates reaching certification in 5–10 weeks (training 4–6 weeks, exam and registry 2–4 weeks). See the full Georgia CNA requirements page for a complete checklist.
Are there other CNA programs near Savannah?
Yes. In addition to Dunamis Health Care Academy in Savannah, our directory includes CNA training programs in Atlanta, Augusta, Columbus, Athens, Macon, and other Georgia cities. Comparing programs by location, schedule, and cost is the easiest way to find the best fit for your situation. Browse all Georgia CNA classes for the full list.
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