Washington County Community College
One College Drive
Certified Nursing Assistant
- Duration:
- 180 hours
- Cost:
- $1,195
- Phone:
- (207) 454-1000
CNA Classes in Calais, ME
1 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training program in Calais. Tuition ranges from $1,195. Maine requires 180 hours typical (130 hours minimum) of training and uses Prometric (Maine DHHS contract) for the competency exam.
Programs in Calais
1
Tuition Range
$1,195
State Required Hours
180 hours typical (130 hours minimum)
Exam Vendor
Prometric (Maine DHHS contract)
All CNA Programs in Calais
Becoming a CNA in Maine
Maine sits at the high end of the national CNA training-hour spectrum. The state's minimum is 130 hours, but the Division of Licensing and Certification has long encouraged 180-hour programs and most accredited providers in Maine choose the longer curriculum. The structure is also unique: instead of a single Board of Nursing oversight, Maine operates the credential through the DHHS Division of Licensing and Certification (DLC) and combines CNAs and Direct Care Workers (DCWs) in a single registry so that workers can move between MaineCare-funded settings without re-testing.
Frequently Asked Questions: CNA Training in Calais
How many CNA training programs are available in Calais, ME?
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Our directory lists 1 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training program in Calais, ME. All programs must meet Maine's minimum of 180 hours typical (130 hours minimum) and prepare graduates to sit for the Prometric (Maine DHHS contract) competency exam.
How much does CNA training cost in Calais?
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Published tuition for CNA programs in Calais ranges from $1,195. Washington County Community College lists the lowest tuition at $1,195. Total out-of-pocket cost also includes the state exam fee (Maine DHHS and Prometric do not publish a separate exam fee — most approved Maine programs bundle the exam fee into tuition; candidates with fee questions should contact the Maine CNA Registry at [email protected] or (207) 624-7300), background check, and uniforms.
How do I become a CNA in Calais, ME?
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To work as a CNA in Calais, you must meet a Maine-approved training program of at least 180 hours typical (130 hours minimum), pass the Prometric (Maine DHHS contract) competency exam (Two-part Prometric Maine Nurse Aide exam: a written (or oral) knowledge test and a manual skills demonstration of five randomly selected skills with mandatory handwashing), and clear a Maine background check through the Department of Public Safety, plus a registry check for findings of abuse, neglect, or misappropriation of property. Most candidates complete the full process in 12-20 weeks.
Are there free CNA classes in Calais?
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No Calais program on our directory currently advertises free tuition, but many Maine 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.