Portland Adult Education
14 Locust Street
Certified Nursing Assistant
- Duration:
- 22 weeks
- Cost:
- $2,824
- Phone:
- (207) 874-8155
CNA Classes in Portland, ME
1 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training program in Portland. Tuition ranges from $2,824. Maine requires 180 hours typical (130 hours minimum) of training and uses Prometric (Maine DHHS contract) for the competency exam.
Programs in Portland
1
Tuition Range
$2,824
State Required Hours
180 hours typical (130 hours minimum)
Exam Vendor
Prometric (Maine DHHS contract)
All CNA Programs in Portland
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 Portland
How many CNA training programs are available in Portland, ME?
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Our directory lists 1 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training program in Portland, 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 Portland?
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Published tuition for CNA programs in Portland ranges from $2,824. Portland Adult Education lists the lowest tuition at $2,824. Total out-of-pocket cost also includes the state exam fee (Maine DHHS and Prometric do not publish a separate exam fee — most approved Maine programs bundle the exam fee into tuition; candidates with fee questions should contact the Maine CNA Registry at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.
What is the fastest CNA program in Portland?
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Portland Adult Education offers the shortest published program in Portland at 22 weeks. Maine requires 180 hours typical (130 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 (207) 874-8155 for current cohort start dates.
How do I become a CNA in Portland, ME?
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To work as a CNA in Portland, 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 Portland?
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No Portland 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.