City College at Montana State University Billings
3803 Central Avenue
Certified Nursing Assistant
- Duration:
- 85 hours
- Cost:
- $998
- Phone:
- (406) 896-5965
CNA Classes in Billings, MT
1 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training program in Billings. Tuition ranges from $998. Montana requires 75 hours minimum of training and uses D&S Diversified Technologies (Headmaster) for the competency exam.
Programs in Billings
1
Tuition Range
$998
State Required Hours
75 hours minimum
Exam Vendor
D&S Diversified Technologies (Headmaster)
All CNA Programs in Billings
Becoming a CNA in Montana
Montana keeps its CNA training requirement at the federal floor of 75 hours, but the state has invested heavily in digital infrastructure for the credential. The Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) Office of Inspector General operates the Certification Bureau, which runs every application, renewal, and registry update through the BOUNDS online portal at mt-reports.com. Paper applications are no longer accepted, which has shortened processing times significantly compared with other rural states.
Frequently Asked Questions: CNA Training in Billings
How many CNA training programs are available in Billings, MT?
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Our directory lists 1 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training program in Billings, MT. All programs must meet Montana's minimum of 75 hours minimum and prepare graduates to sit for the D&S Diversified Technologies (Headmaster) competency exam.
How much does CNA training cost in Billings?
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Published tuition for CNA programs in Billings ranges from $998. City College at Montana State University Billings lists the lowest tuition at $998. Total out-of-pocket cost also includes the state exam fee ($128 total ($20 written or $31 oral + $77 skills test, per Headmaster Montana TMU portal)), background check, and uniforms.
How do I become a CNA in Billings, MT?
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To work as a CNA in Billings, you must meet a Montana-approved training program of at least 75 hours minimum, pass the D&S Diversified Technologies (Headmaster) competency exam (Two-part Headmaster exam: a 70-question written knowledge test (or oral version) with a 105-minute time limit and a manual skills evaluation of five randomly selected skills, all of which must be passed), and clear a Montana state criminal history check coordinated through DPHHS. Most candidates complete the full process in 8-12 weeks.
Are there free CNA classes in Billings?
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No Billings program on our directory currently advertises free tuition, but many Montana 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.