Long Island City, NY
LaGuardia Community College
Nursing Home Nurse Aide
Location
Long Island City, NY
Duration
150 hours
Cost
$965
State Required Hours
100 hours minimum
- Address
29-10 Thomson Avenue
Long Island City, NY 11101
- Phone
- (718) 482-7244
About This Program
LaGuardia Community College sits in Long Island City, Queens, a short subway ride from Manhattan and Brooklyn. The NYSDOH-approved Nurse Aide program combines classroom theory, skills lab, and 30 clinical hours in a licensed NY nursing home, prepping graduates for the Prometric NY exam. LaGuardia's adult-learner mission and ESL pathways support Spanish, Bengali, and Mandarin speakers across western Queens.
Location & Directions
29-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY 11101
Becoming a CNA in New York
Becoming a CNA in New York means committing to 100 hours of state-approved training — 25 hours above the federal minimum. Most full-time programs run 4 to 8 weeks; part-time evening and weekend programs may run 8 to 12 weeks. The 100 hours split into a minimum of 70 hours of classroom and skills-lab instruction plus at least 30 hours of supervised clinical training inside a New York-licensed nursing home. Approved programs are run by nursing homes themselves, BOCES centers (especially in the suburbs and upstate), CUNY and SUNY community colleges, and private career schools across the five boroughs of New York City, Long Island, the Hudson Valley, the Capital Region, and the rest of the state.
Minimum Age
17
Training Hours
100 hours minimum
Exam Vendor
Prometric
Time to Cert
6–12 weeks (training is typically 4–8 weeks, then 2–4 weeks for exam and registry listing)
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the CNA program at LaGuardia Community College include?
LaGuardia Community College sits in Long Island City, Queens, a short subway ride from Manhattan and Brooklyn. The program is located at 29-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY 11101. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (718) 482-7244 or visit https://www.laguardia.edu/ce/programs/healthcare/certified-nurse-aide/.
How much does LaGuardia Community College cost?
LaGuardia Community College lists tuition for its nursing home nurse aide at $965. Total program cost for students typically includes state exam fees, background-check fees, books, and supplies on top of tuition, so the final out-of-pocket figure can vary. Call LaGuardia Community College at (718) 482-7244 for the current fee breakdown and any available scholarships or financial aid.
How long is the program at LaGuardia Community College?
The nursing home nurse aide at LaGuardia Community College is structured as 150 hours. New York requires 100 hours minimum of state-approved training, so this program meets or exceeds the state minimum. Contact the program at (718) 482-7244 for current cohort start dates and schedule options.
How do I apply or contact LaGuardia Community College?
Call LaGuardia Community College directly at (718) 482-7244 or visit https://www.laguardia.edu/ce/programs/healthcare/certified-nurse-aide/. The program is located at 29-10 Thomson Avenue, Long Island City, NY 11101. Ask about upcoming cohort start dates, application deadlines, background-check requirements, and any scholarships or financial-aid options before enrolling.
What New York CNA requirements should I know before enrolling at LaGuardia Community College?
Before enrolling at LaGuardia Community College, make sure you meet New York's minimum age (17), education requirements, and background-check rules. New York requires 100 hours minimum of state-approved training and uses Prometric for the competency exam, with most candidates reaching certification in 6–12 weeks (training is typically 4–8 weeks, then 2–4 weeks for exam and registry listing). See the full New York CNA requirements page for a complete checklist.
Are there other CNA programs near Long Island City?
Yes. In addition to LaGuardia Community College in Long Island City, our directory includes CNA training programs in Flushing, Bronx, Buffalo, Albany, New York, and other New York cities. Comparing programs by location, schedule, and cost is the easiest way to find the best fit for your situation. Browse all New York CNA classes for the full list.