Austin, TX
Austin Community College
Nurse Aide for Health Care
Location
Austin, TX
Duration
8 weeks
State Required Hours
75 hours minimum
- Address
5930 Middle Fiskville Road
Austin, TX 78752
- Phone
- (512) 223-7000
About This Program
Austin Community College offers an HHSC-approved Nurse Aide for Health Care program through its Continuing Education division at the Highland Business Center in Austin. The non-credit course meets the Texas 100-hour minimum with classroom instruction, skills lab, and supervised clinical experience in a long-term care facility, and prepares graduates to take the State of Texas CNA Certification Exam to be listed on the Texas Nurse Aide Registry.
Location & Directions
5930 Middle Fiskville Road, Austin, TX 78752
Becoming a CNA in Texas
Becoming a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) in Texas is one of the fastest healthcare credentials to obtain — a motivated candidate can go from no training to working in 6 to 8 weeks. The pathway is regulated by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), which approves Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Programs (NATCEPs), contracts with Credentia to administer the competency exam, and maintains the Texas Nurse Aide Registry that every employer must check before hiring. Texas requires the federal minimum of 75 training hours rather than the higher state-specific totals seen in California (160), New York (100), or Virginia (120).
Minimum Age
16
Training Hours
75 hours minimum
Exam Vendor
Credentia (formerly Pearson VUE)
Time to Cert
4–8 weeks from program start to registry listing
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the CNA program at Austin Community College include?
Austin Community College offers an HHSC-approved Nurse Aide for Health Care program through its Continuing Education division at the Highland Business Center in Austin. The program is located at 5930 Middle Fiskville Road, Austin, TX 78752. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (512) 223-7000 or visit https://continue.austincc.edu/health/nurse-aide.
How much does Austin Community College cost?
Austin Community College has not published a flat tuition figure on this directory; pricing for the nurse aide for health care depends on residency, financial aid, and any employer sponsorships. Call (512) 223-7000 or visit the program website at https://continue.austincc.edu/health/nurse-aide to request the current fee schedule. For reference, total CNA training costs in Texas generally fall in the range of $0–$1,500 depending on whether training is employer-paid, community college, or private.
How long is the program at Austin Community College?
The nurse aide for health care at Austin Community College is structured as 8 weeks. Texas requires 75 hours minimum of state-approved training, so this program meets or exceeds the state minimum. Contact the program at (512) 223-7000 for current cohort start dates and schedule options.
How do I apply or contact Austin Community College?
Call Austin Community College directly at (512) 223-7000 or visit https://continue.austincc.edu/health/nurse-aide. The program is located at 5930 Middle Fiskville Road, Austin, TX 78752. Ask about upcoming cohort start dates, application deadlines, background-check requirements, and any scholarships or financial-aid options before enrolling.
What Texas CNA requirements should I know before enrolling at Austin Community College?
Before enrolling at Austin Community College, make sure you meet Texas's minimum age (16), education requirements, and background-check rules. Texas requires 75 hours minimum of state-approved training and uses Credentia (formerly Pearson VUE) for the competency exam, with most candidates reaching certification in 4–8 weeks from program start to registry listing. See the full Texas CNA requirements page for a complete checklist.
Are there other CNA programs near Austin?
Yes. In addition to Austin Community College in Austin, our directory includes CNA training programs in Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, El Paso. Comparing programs by location, schedule, and cost is the easiest way to find the best fit for your situation. Browse all Texas CNA classes for the full list.