Ivy Tech Community College
50 W. Fall Creek Parkway North Drive
Certified Nurse Aide Program
- Duration:
- 1 semester
- Phone:
- (317) 921-4882
CNA Classes in Indianapolis, IN
7 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training programs in Indianapolis. Tuition ranges from $900 to $1,500. Indiana requires 105 hours minimum (30 classroom + 75 clinical) of training and uses Ivy Tech Community College (state contractor) using HeadMaster / D&SDT testing materials for the competency exam.
Programs in Indianapolis
7
Tuition Range
$900 to $1,500
State Required Hours
105 hours minimum (30 classroom + 75 clinical)
Exam Vendor
Ivy Tech Community College (state contractor) using HeadMaster / D&SDT testing materials
All CNA Programs in Indianapolis
Faith Healthcare Training Center
4102 East Washington Street
Certified Nurse Aide
- Duration:
- 105 hours over 6-7 weeks
- Cost:
- $1,265
- Phone:
- (888) 708-2967
Nurse Aide Training Center
3750 N Meridian Street, Suite 310
Certified Nurse Aide
- Duration:
- 3 weeks (105 hours)
- Phone:
- (317) 927-7359
DaySpring Career Institute
4202 West 56th Street
Certified Nurse Aide
- Duration:
- 4 weeks
- Phone:
- (317) 640-9725
Star Training
5699 E 71st Street, Suite 2B
Certified Nurse Aide
- Duration:
- 5-6 weeks (105 hours)
- Cost:
- $1,200
- Phone:
- (317) 406-6054
Hardon Education
2424 E 55th Street
Certified Nurse Aide
- Duration:
- 6 weeks
- Cost:
- $900
- Phone:
- (317) 388-5375
Ready To Care
1311 Shadeland Avenue, Suite B
Certified Nurse Aide
- Duration:
- 4 weeks
- Cost:
- $1,500
- Phone:
- (317) 757-2634
Becoming a CNA in Indiana
Indiana's CNA pathway is governed by the Indiana Department of Health (IDOH), formerly the Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH), through its Long Term Care division. IDOH approves every Nurse Aide Training Program in the state and maintains the official Indiana Aides Registry, which is also used for Qualified Medication Aides (QMAs) and Home Health Aides (HHAs). What distinguishes Indiana procedurally is that IDOH contracts with Ivy Tech Community College — the state's largest community college system — to handle all CNA application processing, exam scheduling, and competency testing.
Frequently Asked Questions: CNA Training in Indianapolis
How many CNA training programs are available in Indianapolis, IN?
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Our directory lists 7 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training programs in Indianapolis, IN. All programs must meet Indiana's minimum of 105 hours minimum (30 classroom + 75 clinical) and prepare graduates to sit for the Ivy Tech Community College (state contractor) using HeadMaster / D&SDT testing materials competency exam.
How much does CNA training cost in Indianapolis?
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Published tuition for CNA programs in Indianapolis ranges from $900 to $1,500. Hardon Education lists the lowest tuition at $900. Total out-of-pocket cost also includes the state exam fee ($100 total for both written and skills test (effective January 1, 2025; still in force in 2026)), background check, and uniforms.
What is the fastest CNA program in Indianapolis?
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Nurse Aide Training Center offers the shortest published program in Indianapolis at 3 weeks (105 hours). Indiana requires 105 hours minimum (30 classroom + 75 clinical) of state-approved training, so any accelerated program must compress the required hours into a shorter calendar window through full-time scheduling. Call (317) 927-7359 for current cohort start dates.
How do I become a CNA in Indianapolis, IN?
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To work as a CNA in Indianapolis, you must meet a Indiana-approved training program of at least 105 hours minimum (30 classroom + 75 clinical), pass the Ivy Tech Community College (state contractor) using HeadMaster / D&SDT testing materials competency exam (Two-part competency exam administered by Ivy Tech Community College on behalf of IDOH: a 100-question written test (80% / 80 correct to pass; up to four attempts in 2 years) plus a skills demonstration of mandatory hand hygiene and 4 additional randomly selected skills), and clear a State and FBI fingerprint criminal history background check and a check of the Indiana Nurse Aide Registry for findings before placement on the active registry. Most candidates complete the full process in 4-10 weeks.
Are there free CNA classes in Indianapolis?
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No Indianapolis program on our directory currently advertises free tuition, but many Indiana 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.