CNA Classes in Bismarck, ND

Our directory lists 1 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training program in Bismarck, ND. All programs must meet North Dakota's minimum of 75 hours minimum and prepare graduates to sit for the D&SDT-Headmaster (delivered through the TestMaster Universe / TMU platform) competency exam.

Published tuition for CNA programs in Bismarck ranges from $719. Bismarck State College lists the lowest tuition at $719. Total out-of-pocket cost also includes the state exam fee ($250 combined Skills + Knowledge Exam through D&SDT-Headmaster (audio version of the Knowledge Exam adds $10); retake fees are $120 knowledge or $170 skills), background check, and uniforms.

To work as a CNA in Bismarck, you must meet a North Dakota-approved training program of at least 75 hours minimum, pass the D&SDT-Headmaster (delivered through the TestMaster Universe / TMU platform) competency exam (Two-part D&SDT-Headmaster competency evaluation: a 60-question written or oral knowledge test and a hands-on skills evaluation of 5 randomly assigned skills, including hand hygiene), and clear a Criminal history record check through the North Dakota Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) plus FBI fingerprint check submitted during application. Most candidates complete the full process in 8-14 weeks.

No Bismarck program on our directory currently advertises free tuition, but many North Dakota 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.