Kapi'olani Community College
4303 Diamond Head Road
Nurse Aide Training
- Duration:
- 8 weeks
- Cost:
- $786
- Phone:
- (808) 734-9000
CNA Classes in Honolulu, HI
2 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training programs in Honolulu. Tuition ranges from $786. Hawaii requires 100 hours minimum of training and uses Prometric for the competency exam.
Programs in Honolulu
2
Tuition Range
$786
State Required Hours
100 hours minimum
Exam Vendor
Prometric
All CNA Programs in Honolulu
Hawaii Medical College
1221 Kapiolani Boulevard, Suite 644
Advanced Nurse Aide
- Duration:
- 10 weeks (252 hours)
- Phone:
- (808) 237-5140
Becoming a CNA in Hawaii
Hawaii structures its CNA pathway differently from most of the country. Instead of a Board of Nursing, the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (DCCA) contracts directly with Prometric to administer the exam, manage the public registry, and handle recertification mailings. That means almost every interaction a candidate has after training - from filing the application to receiving the certificate - goes through Prometric rather than a state agency in Honolulu.
Frequently Asked Questions: CNA Training in Honolulu
How many CNA training programs are available in Honolulu, HI?
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Our directory lists 2 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training programs in Honolulu, HI. All programs must meet Hawaii's minimum of 100 hours minimum and prepare graduates to sit for the Prometric competency exam.
How much does CNA training cost in Honolulu?
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Published tuition for CNA programs in Honolulu ranges from $786. Kapi'olani Community College lists the lowest tuition at $786. Total out-of-pocket cost also includes the state exam fee ($216 total ($25 initial application processing + $200 written/skills evaluation; oral evaluation is $210)), background check, and uniforms.
What is the fastest CNA program in Honolulu?
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Kapi'olani Community College offers the shortest published program in Honolulu at 8 weeks. Hawaii requires 100 hours minimum of state-approved training, so any accelerated program must compress the required hours into a shorter calendar window through full-time scheduling. Call (808) 734-9000 for current cohort start dates.
How do I become a CNA in Honolulu, HI?
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To work as a CNA in Honolulu, you must meet a Hawaii-approved training program of at least 100 hours minimum, pass the Prometric competency exam (Two-part Prometric Nurse Aide exam: a 60-question multiple-choice written test (90 minutes, 70% to pass) plus a clinical skills demonstration of five randomly selected skills, with mandatory handwashing), and clear a State criminal history check. Most candidates complete the full process in 8-16 weeks.
Are there free CNA classes in Honolulu?
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No Honolulu program on our directory currently advertises free tuition, but many Hawaii 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.