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Minneapolis, MN

North American Medical Academy

Certified Nursing Assistant

Location

Minneapolis, MN

Duration

4 weeks

State Required Hours

75 hours minimum

Address

5201 Bryant Avenue North, Suite 108

Minneapolis, MN 55430

About This Program

NAMA operates in north Minneapolis's Camden neighborhood and is licensed as a private career school by the Minnesota Office of Higher Education with MDH-approved Nursing Assistant curriculum. The four-week CNA program prepares students for the Pearson VUE/NNAAP competency exam through classroom instruction, skills lab, and clinical hours, and the school welcomes large numbers of East African and Somali students from north Minneapolis.

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Location & Directions

5201 Bryant Avenue North, Suite 108, Minneapolis, MN 55430

Becoming a CNA in Minnesota

Becoming a CNA in Minnesota is overseen by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH), which approves all nurse aide training programs, maintains the Minnesota Nurse Aide Registry, and since February 1, 2022 contracts exclusively with D&SDT-Headmaster as the state's testing administrator using the TestMaster Universe (TMU) platform. Minnesota requires the federal minimum of 75 training hours, with at least 16 hours of supervised practical training with live patients — significantly less than Maryland's 100 hours or California's 160 hours.

Minimum Age

16

Training Hours

75 hours minimum

Exam Vendor

D&SDT-Headmaster (the MDH-approved test contractor since Feb 1, 2022) using the TestMaster Universe (TMU) platform

Time to Cert

4-10 weeks from program start to Nurse Aide Registry listing

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the CNA program at North American Medical Academy include?

NAMA operates in north Minneapolis's Camden neighborhood and is licensed as a private career school by the Minnesota Office of Higher Education with MDH-approved Nursing Assistant curriculum. The program is located at 5201 Bryant Avenue North, Suite 108, Minneapolis, MN 55430. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (612) 521-0602 or visit https://www.namacomn.com/.

How much does North American Medical Academy cost?

North American Medical Academy has not published a flat tuition figure on this directory; pricing for the certified nursing assistant depends on residency, financial aid, and any employer sponsorships. Call (612) 521-0602 or visit the program website at https://www.namacomn.com/ to request the current fee schedule. For reference, total CNA training costs in Minnesota generally fall in the range of $0-$1,800 depending on whether training is employer-sponsored, a Minnesota State college, or a private provider.

How long is the program at North American Medical Academy?

The certified nursing assistant at North American Medical Academy is structured as 4 weeks. Minnesota requires 75 hours minimum of state-approved training, so this program meets or exceeds the state minimum. Contact the program at (612) 521-0602 for current cohort start dates and schedule options.

How do I apply or contact North American Medical Academy?

Call North American Medical Academy directly at (612) 521-0602 or visit https://www.namacomn.com/. The program is located at 5201 Bryant Avenue North, Suite 108, Minneapolis, MN 55430. Ask about upcoming cohort start dates, application deadlines, background-check requirements, and any scholarships or financial-aid options before enrolling.

What Minnesota CNA requirements should I know before enrolling at North American Medical Academy?

Before enrolling at North American Medical Academy, make sure you meet Minnesota's minimum age (16), education requirements, and background-check rules. Minnesota requires 75 hours minimum of state-approved training and uses D&SDT-Headmaster (the MDH-approved test contractor since Feb 1, 2022) using the TestMaster Universe (TMU) platform for the competency exam, with most candidates reaching certification in 4-10 weeks from program start to Nurse Aide Registry listing. See the full Minnesota CNA requirements page for a complete checklist.

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