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CNA Classes in Las Vegas, NV
1 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training program in Las Vegas. Nevada requires 75 hours minimum of training and uses Credentia for the competency exam.
Programs in Las Vegas
1
State Required Hours
75 hours minimum
Exam Vendor
Credentia
All CNA Programs in Las Vegas
Becoming a CNA in Nevada
Nevada is one of the few states where CNA certification falls under the same regulator that licenses RNs and LPNs - the Nevada State Board of Nursing (NSBN). The Nursing Assistant Certification program at NSBN approves every training site, processes every application through the Nevada Nurse Portal, and maintains the Nevada Nurse Aide Registry. Testing services are contracted to Credentia, which administers the NNAAP-style knowledge and skills exam at sites in Las Vegas, Reno, Carson City, and Elko.
Frequently Asked Questions: CNA Training in Las Vegas
How many CNA training programs are available in Las Vegas, NV?
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Our directory lists 1 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training program in Las Vegas, NV. All programs must meet Nevada's minimum of 75 hours minimum and prepare graduates to sit for the Credentia competency exam.
How do I become a CNA in Las Vegas, NV?
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To work as a CNA in Las Vegas, you must meet a Nevada-approved training program of at least 75 hours minimum, pass the Credentia competency exam (Two-part NNAAP-style competency evaluation: a 70-question multiple-choice knowledge exam (oral version available) plus a 5-skill clinical skills evaluation, administered by Credentia), and clear a Fingerprint-based criminal history check through the Nevada Department of Public Safety and the FBI. Most candidates complete the full process in 6-12 weeks for training plus up to 4 months for fingerprint clearance before permanent certification is issued.
Are there free CNA classes in Las Vegas?
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No Las Vegas program on our directory currently advertises free tuition, but many Nevada 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.