St. Louis, MO
St. Louis Community College - Forest Park
Certified Nursing Assistant
Location
St. Louis, MO
State Required Hours
175 hours minimum (well above the federal 75)
- Address
5600 Oakland Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63110
- Phone
- (314) 644-9100
About This Program
St. Louis Community College's Forest Park campus, home to the Center for Nursing & Health Sciences, offers Certified Nursing Assistant training in the heart of the St. Louis metro. The program is approved by the Missouri DHSS as a Nursing Assistant Training Program (NATP) and prepares graduates to sit for the Headmaster Missouri CNA competency exam.
Location & Directions
5600 Oakland Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63110
Becoming a CNA in Missouri
Missouri's CNA pathway is regulated by the Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) Section for Long Term Care Regulation, which approves every nurse aide training program and maintains the official CNA, CMT, and Insulin Registry. Unlike most states that mirror the federal 75-hour OBRA minimum, Missouri requires 175 total hours of training - 75 classroom hours and 100 hours of supervised on-the-job clinical practice in a licensed nursing facility - making it one of the most rigorous CNA pathways in the country.
Minimum Age
16
Training Hours
175 hours minimum (well above the federal 75)
Exam Vendor
D&SDT-Headmaster (TMU)
Time to Cert
8-14 weeks (175-hour program completion plus 7-10 business days for TMU processing after exams pass)
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the CNA program at St. Louis Community College - Forest Park include?
St. The program is located at 5600 Oakland Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63110. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (314) 644-9100 or visit https://stlcc.edu/campus-life-community/our-locations/centers-of-excellence/nursing-and-health-sciences.aspx.
How much does St. Louis Community College - Forest Park cost?
St. Louis Community College - Forest Park 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 (314) 644-9100 or visit the program website at https://stlcc.edu/campus-life-community/our-locations/centers-of-excellence/nursing-and-health-sciences.aspx to request the current fee schedule. For reference, total CNA training costs in Missouri generally fall in the range of $700-$1,500 depending on whether the candidate uses a free employer-sponsored program or a paid community college / private school.
How long is the program at St. Louis Community College - Forest Park?
St. Louis Community College - Forest Park has not published a fixed length for this directory. Programs in Missouri must meet the state minimum of 175 hours minimum (well above the federal 75), so plan accordingly. Call (314) 644-9100 or check the program website at https://stlcc.edu/campus-life-community/our-locations/centers-of-excellence/nursing-and-health-sciences.aspx to confirm the program length, start dates, and full-time vs part-time schedule options.
How do I apply or contact St. Louis Community College - Forest Park?
Call St. Louis Community College - Forest Park directly at (314) 644-9100 or visit https://stlcc.edu/campus-life-community/our-locations/centers-of-excellence/nursing-and-health-sciences.aspx. The program is located at 5600 Oakland Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63110. Ask about upcoming cohort start dates, application deadlines, background-check requirements, and any scholarships or financial-aid options before enrolling.
What Missouri CNA requirements should I know before enrolling at St. Louis Community College - Forest Park?
Before enrolling at St. Louis Community College - Forest Park, make sure you meet Missouri's minimum age (16), education requirements, and background-check rules. Missouri requires 175 hours minimum (well above the federal 75) of state-approved training and uses D&SDT-Headmaster (TMU) for the competency exam, with most candidates reaching certification in 8-14 weeks (175-hour program completion plus 7-10 business days for TMU processing after exams pass). See the full Missouri CNA requirements page for a complete checklist.
Are there other CNA programs near St. Louis?
Yes. In addition to St. Louis Community College - Forest Park in St. Louis, our directory includes CNA training programs in Kansas City, Springfield, Sedalia, St. Joseph, Cape Girardeau. Comparing programs by location, schedule, and cost is the easiest way to find the best fit for your situation. Browse all Missouri CNA classes for the full list.