Washburn Institute of Technology
5724 SW Huntoon St
Certified Nurse Aide
- Duration:
- 90 hours
- Phone:
- (785) 670-2010
CNA Classes in Topeka, KS
1 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training program in Topeka. Kansas requires 90 hours minimum of training and uses Headmaster LLP (D&SDT) using the TestMaster Universe (TMU) platform for the competency exam.
Programs in Topeka
1
State Required Hours
90 hours minimum
Exam Vendor
Headmaster LLP (D&SDT) using the TestMaster Universe (TMU) platform
All CNA Programs in Topeka
Becoming a CNA in Kansas
Becoming a CNA in Kansas is overseen by the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS), specifically the Health Occupations Credentialing section based at 503 S Kansas Ave in Topeka. Kansas requires 90 hours of state-approved training — 15 hours above the federal minimum of 75 — split evenly between classroom education and supervised clinical practice in a licensed adult care home. The state contracts with Headmaster LLP (D&SDT) as the sole competency exam vendor using the TestMaster Universe (TMU) platform.
Frequently Asked Questions: CNA Training in Topeka
How many CNA training programs are available in Topeka, KS?
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Our directory lists 1 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training program in Topeka, KS. All programs must meet Kansas's minimum of 90 hours minimum and prepare graduates to sit for the Headmaster LLP (D&SDT) using the TestMaster Universe (TMU) platform competency exam.
How do I become a CNA in Topeka, KS?
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To work as a CNA in Topeka, you must meet a Kansas-approved training program of at least 90 hours minimum, pass the Headmaster LLP (D&SDT) using the TestMaster Universe (TMU) platform competency exam (Two-part competency evaluation: a written (or oral) knowledge test plus a hands-on skills evaluation of 5 randomly selected nurse aide skills), and clear a KBI (Kansas Bureau of Investigation) criminal background check. Most candidates complete the full process in 6-10 weeks from program start to registry listing.
Are there free CNA classes in Topeka?
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No Topeka program on our directory currently advertises free tuition, but many Kansas 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.