Newport Community School
740 West Main Road
Certified Nursing Assistant
- Duration:
- 12 weeks
- Cost:
- $1,025
- Phone:
- (401) 847-7171
CNA Classes in Middletown, RI
1 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training program in Middletown. Tuition ranges from $1,025. Rhode Island requires 100 hours minimum of training and uses Credentia (sole authorized NNAAP vendor for Rhode Island) for the competency exam.
Programs in Middletown
1
Tuition Range
$1,025
State Required Hours
100 hours minimum
Exam Vendor
Credentia (sole authorized NNAAP vendor for Rhode Island)
All CNA Programs in Middletown
Becoming a CNA in Rhode Island
Rhode Island's CNA pathway is regulated by the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH), specifically the Center for Health Facilities Regulation in the Division of Healthcare Quality, Regulation and Licensure. RIDOH is the CMS-designated state survey agency and maintains both the Nurse Aide Registry and the approval list of training programs across the state.
Frequently Asked Questions: CNA Training in Middletown
How many CNA training programs are available in Middletown, RI?
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Our directory lists 1 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training program in Middletown, RI. All programs must meet Rhode Island's minimum of 100 hours minimum and prepare graduates to sit for the Credentia (sole authorized NNAAP vendor for Rhode Island) competency exam.
How much does CNA training cost in Middletown?
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Published tuition for CNA programs in Middletown ranges from $1,025. Newport Community School lists the lowest tuition at $1,025. Total out-of-pocket cost also includes the state exam fee ($165 total for the combined written + skills NNAAP exam through Credentia), background check, and uniforms.
What is the fastest CNA program in Middletown?
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Newport Community School offers the shortest published program in Middletown at 12 weeks. Rhode Island requires 100 hours minimum of state-approved training, so any accelerated program must compress the required hours into a shorter calendar window through full-time scheduling. Call (401) 847-7171 for current cohort start dates.
How do I become a CNA in Middletown, RI?
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To work as a CNA in Middletown, you must meet a Rhode Island-approved training program of at least 100 hours minimum, pass the Credentia (sole authorized NNAAP vendor for Rhode Island) competency exam (Two-part National Nurse Aide Assessment Program (NNAAP) exam: 70 written items (60 multiple-choice plus a 10-question reading-comprehension section) and a hands-on evaluation of 5 randomly assigned skills), and clear a BCI criminal background check through the Rhode Island Attorney General's Office, required within 4 months of submitting the nursing assistant application. Most candidates complete the full process in 10-14 weeks.
Are there free CNA classes in Middletown?
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No Middletown program on our directory currently advertises free tuition, but many Rhode Island 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.