CNA Classes in Eugene, OR
6 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training programs in Eugene. Tuition ranges from Free to $1,250. Oregon requires 155 hours minimum (more than double the federal 75-hour OBRA standard) of training and uses D&SDT-Headmaster for the competency exam.
Programs in Eugene
6
Tuition Range
Free to $1,250
State Required Hours
155 hours minimum (more than double the federal 75-hour OBRA standard)
Exam Vendor
D&SDT-Headmaster
Fastest in Eugene
Lane Community College Nursing Assistant Program
One term (approx. 12 weeks)
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Lane Community College Nursing Assistant Program
101 W 10th Ave, Suite 232 (Mary Spilde Downtown Center)
Certified Nursing Assistant 1 (CNA 1)
- Duration:
- One term (approx. 12 weeks)
- Cost:
- $1,250
- Phone:
- (541) 463-3536
Dare 2 Care Learning Center
715 Elizabeth St
Certified Nursing Assistant 1 (CNA 1)
- Duration:
- 4-week and 8-week options
- Phone:
- (541) 688-4262
Volare Health Nursing Assistant Training
2350 Oakmont Way, Suite 204
Certified Nursing Assistant 1 (CNA 1)
- Cost:
- Free (tuition-free for accepted students)
- Phone:
- (541) 345-0534
Avamere Rehabilitation of Eugene
2360 Chambers St
Certified Nursing Assistant 1 (CNA 1)
- Cost:
- Free (employer-paid)
- Phone:
- (541) 687-1310
Avamere Riverpark of Eugene
425 Alexander Loop
Certified Nursing Assistant 1 (CNA 1)
- Cost:
- Free (employer-paid)
- Phone:
- (541) 687-9211
Becoming a CNA in Oregon
Oregon has one of the most rigorous CNA pathways in the United States, set and enforced by the Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN) - the same board that regulates RNs and LPNs. The Oregon CNA program requires 155 training hours (80 classroom/lab + 75 clinical), more than double the federal OBRA 75-hour minimum, reflecting Oregon's strong emphasis on geriatric care and patient safety.
Frequently Asked Questions: CNA Training in Eugene
How many CNA training programs are available in Eugene, OR?
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Our directory lists 6 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training programs in Eugene, OR. All programs must meet Oregon's minimum of 155 hours minimum (more than double the federal 75-hour OBRA standard) and prepare graduates to sit for the D&SDT-Headmaster competency exam.
How much does CNA training cost in Eugene?
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Published tuition for CNA programs in Eugene ranges from Free to $1,250. Volare Health Nursing Assistant Training lists the lowest tuition at Free (tuition-free for accepted students). 3 programs in Eugene offer no-cost training (employer-paid, federally funded, or scholarship-based). Total out-of-pocket cost also includes the state exam fee ($106 OSBN application fee paid through the OSBN Nurse Portal, which covers initial exam authorization with D&SDT-Headmaster; retake fees are $25 knowledge, $45 skills, or $70 for both), background check, and uniforms.
What is the fastest CNA program in Eugene?
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Lane Community College Nursing Assistant Program offers the shortest published program in Eugene at One term (approx. 12 weeks). Oregon requires 155 hours minimum (more than double the federal 75-hour OBRA standard) of state-approved training, so any accelerated program must compress the required hours into a shorter calendar window through full-time scheduling. Call (541) 463-3536 for current cohort start dates.
How do I become a CNA in Eugene, OR?
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To work as a CNA in Eugene, you must meet a Oregon-approved training program of at least 155 hours minimum (more than double the federal 75-hour OBRA standard), pass the D&SDT-Headmaster competency exam (Two-part Oregon CNA exam: a 75-question multiple-choice knowledge test (90 minutes, 75% passing score) plus a 5-skill hands-on skills evaluation (35-minute time limit), administered by D&SDT-Headmaster), and clear a Fingerprint-based criminal history check through Fieldprint Inc. (approximately $70.50) submitted to OSBN before certification is issued. Most candidates complete the full process in 10-16 weeks (155-hour program completion plus 2-4 weeks for OSBN application processing and fingerprint clearance).
Are there free CNA classes in Eugene?
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Yes. 3 Eugene programs on this directory offer no-cost CNA training: Volare Health Nursing Assistant Training, Avamere Rehabilitation of Eugene, Avamere Riverpark of Eugene. Free training is typically employer-paid (nursing facilities sponsoring trainees in exchange for a work commitment), federally funded (Job Corps), or scholarship-based.