Baton Rouge, LA
Pelican Training Institute
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Location
Baton Rouge, LA
Duration
6 weeks, 4 days/week (80 hours)
State Required Hours
80 hours
- Address
3233 S. Sherwood Forest Blvd., Suite 206
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
- Phone
- (225) 291-5492
About This Program
Tucked into a Suite 206 office on South Sherwood Forest Boulevard in southeast Baton Rouge, Pelican Training Institute delivers an LDH-approved Nurse Aide Training Program led by Licensed Practical and Registered Nurse instructors. Classes meet four days a week for six weeks and cover anatomy and physiology, infection control, body mechanics, range of motion, communication, and end-of-life care across 40 hours of lectures plus 40 hours of clinical practice at The Guest House in Baton Rouge. Graduates leave prepared for the Prometric exam and Louisiana Nurse Aide Registry placement, with downstream employment in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and home health agencies.
Location & Directions
3233 S. Sherwood Forest Blvd., Suite 206, Baton Rouge, LA 70816
Becoming a CNA in Louisiana
Louisiana has one of the shorter CNA training requirements in the country at 80 hours, which means most full-time candidates can complete their program in 4 to 6 weeks. The 80 hours split evenly into 40 classroom hours and 40 supervised clinical hours, but there are two scheduling quirks worth planning around: at least 16 of the 40 classroom hours must be completed before any clinical work can begin, and the program must include a separate 4-hour clinical site orientation that does not count toward the 80 hours. The Louisiana Community and Technical College System (LCTCS) runs the largest network of approved programs, typically priced between $300 and $1,000.
Minimum Age
18
Training Hours
80 hours
Exam Vendor
Prometric
Time to Cert
5–10 weeks (training typically 4–6 weeks, exam and registry listing 2–4 weeks)
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the CNA program at Pelican Training Institute include?
Tucked into a Suite 206 office on South Sherwood Forest Boulevard in southeast Baton Rouge, Pelican Training Institute delivers an LDH-approved Nurse Aide Training Program led by Licensed Practical and Registered Nurse instructors. The program is located at 3233 S. Sherwood Forest Blvd., Suite 206, Baton Rouge, LA 70816. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (225) 291-5492 or visit https://www.facebook.com/PelicanTrainingInstitute/.
How much does Pelican Training Institute cost?
Pelican Training Institute has not published a flat tuition figure on this directory; pricing for the certified nursing assistant (cna) depends on residency, financial aid, and any employer sponsorships. Call (225) 291-5492 or visit the program website at https://www.facebook.com/PelicanTrainingInstitute/ to request the current fee schedule. For reference, total CNA training costs in Louisiana generally fall in the range of $200–$1,200 depending on whether training is employer-sponsored, at a community/technical college, or private.
How long is the program at Pelican Training Institute?
The certified nursing assistant (cna) at Pelican Training Institute is structured as 6 weeks, 4 days/week (80 hours). Louisiana requires 80 hours of state-approved training, so this program meets or exceeds the state minimum. Contact the program at (225) 291-5492 for current cohort start dates and schedule options.
How do I apply or contact Pelican Training Institute?
Call Pelican Training Institute directly at (225) 291-5492 or visit https://www.facebook.com/PelicanTrainingInstitute/. The program is located at 3233 S. Sherwood Forest Blvd., Suite 206, Baton Rouge, LA 70816. Ask about upcoming cohort start dates, application deadlines, background-check requirements, and any scholarships or financial-aid options before enrolling.
What Louisiana CNA requirements should I know before enrolling at Pelican Training Institute?
Before enrolling at Pelican Training Institute, make sure you meet Louisiana's minimum age (18), education requirements, and background-check rules. Louisiana requires 80 hours of state-approved training and uses Prometric for the competency exam, with most candidates reaching certification in 5–10 weeks (training typically 4–6 weeks, exam and registry listing 2–4 weeks). See the full Louisiana CNA requirements page for a complete checklist.
Are there other CNA programs near Baton Rouge?
Yes. In addition to Pelican Training Institute in Baton Rouge, our directory includes CNA training programs in New Orleans, Shreveport, Lafayette, Lake Charles. Comparing programs by location, schedule, and cost is the easiest way to find the best fit for your situation. Browse all Louisiana CNA classes for the full list.
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