Paramus, NJ
Bergen Community College
Certified Nurse Aide
Location
Paramus, NJ
Duration
90 hours
State Required Hours
90 hours
- Address
400 Paramus Road
Paramus, NJ 07652
- Phone
- (201) 447-7488
About This Program
Bergen Community College's Division of Continuing Education offers a 90-hour Certified Nursing Assistant program (course HH-772) led by college faculty at its Paramus campus. The curriculum combines classroom instruction with hands-on clinical experience to prepare students for the New Jersey Department of Health CNA certification exam. Applicants must be at least 18 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent.
Location & Directions
400 Paramus Road, Paramus, NJ 07652
Becoming a CNA in New Jersey
Becoming a CNA in New Jersey is procedurally distinctive because of two New Jersey-specific quirks. First, the Certified Nurse Aide credential is regulated by the New Jersey Department of Health (NJ DOH), Health Facilities Certification & Licensing — not by the New Jersey Board of Nursing. The Board of Nursing regulates a related but separate credential called the Certified Homemaker-Home Health Aide (CHHA), which is for in-home care work. The two credentials are commonly confused but follow completely different training, exam, and oversight pathways. If you want to work in a nursing home or hospital, you need the CNA credential; if you want to work in patients' homes through a home health agency, you need the CHHA credential.
Minimum Age
18
Training Hours
90 hours
Exam Vendor
PSI Services LLC
Time to Cert
5–10 weeks (training 4–6 weeks, exam and registry 2–4 weeks)
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the CNA program at Bergen Community College include?
Bergen Community College's Division of Continuing Education offers a 90-hour Certified Nursing Assistant program (course HH-772) led by college faculty at its Paramus campus. The program is located at 400 Paramus Road, Paramus, NJ 07652. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (201) 447-7488 or visit https://bergen.edu/ce/courses-programs/health-professions/.
How much does Bergen Community College cost?
Bergen Community College has not published a flat tuition figure on this directory; pricing for the certified nurse aide depends on residency, financial aid, and any employer sponsorships. Call (201) 447-7488 or visit the program website at https://bergen.edu/ce/courses-programs/health-professions/ to request the current fee schedule. For reference, total CNA training costs in New Jersey generally fall in the range of $0 (employer-sponsored) to $1,500 (private program).
How long is the program at Bergen Community College?
The certified nurse aide at Bergen Community College is structured as 90 hours. New Jersey requires 90 hours of state-approved training, so this program meets or exceeds the state minimum. Contact the program at (201) 447-7488 for current cohort start dates and schedule options.
How do I apply or contact Bergen Community College?
Call Bergen Community College directly at (201) 447-7488 or visit https://bergen.edu/ce/courses-programs/health-professions/. The program is located at 400 Paramus Road, Paramus, NJ 07652. Ask about upcoming cohort start dates, application deadlines, background-check requirements, and any scholarships or financial-aid options before enrolling.
What New Jersey CNA requirements should I know before enrolling at Bergen Community College?
Before enrolling at Bergen Community College, make sure you meet New Jersey's minimum age (18), education requirements, and background-check rules. New Jersey requires 90 hours of state-approved training and uses PSI Services LLC for the competency exam, with most candidates reaching certification in 5–10 weeks (training 4–6 weeks, exam and registry 2–4 weeks). See the full New Jersey CNA requirements page for a complete checklist.
Are there other CNA programs near Paramus?
Yes. In addition to Bergen Community College in Paramus, our directory includes CNA training programs in Newark, Jersey City, Trenton, Camden, Lincroft, and other New Jersey cities. Comparing programs by location, schedule, and cost is the easiest way to find the best fit for your situation. Browse all New Jersey CNA classes for the full list.