El Paso, TX
El Paso Community College - Rio Grande Campus
Nursing Assistant Certificate
Location
El Paso, TX
Duration
6 weeks (210 hours)
State Required Hours
75 hours minimum
- Address
100 W Rio Grande Avenue
El Paso, TX 79902
- Phone
- (915) 831-7808
- Website
- https://www.epcc.edu/
About This Program
EPCC's Rio Grande Campus, the college's original downtown El Paso location, offers an HHSC-approved Nursing Assistant (NATCEP) course through Continuing Education. The 210-hour program combines classroom instruction with clinical rotations in licensed nursing facilities and prepares students for the Credentia/Pearson VUE state competency exam. The downtown campus serves bilingual Spanish/English students from El Paso's central and Segundo Barrio communities.
Location & Directions
100 W Rio Grande Avenue, El Paso, TX 79902
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 El Paso Community College - Rio Grande Campus include?
EPCC's Rio Grande Campus, the college's original downtown El Paso location, offers an HHSC-approved Nursing Assistant (NATCEP) course through Continuing Education. The program is located at 100 W Rio Grande Avenue, El Paso, TX 79902. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (915) 831-7808 or visit https://www.epcc.edu/.
How much does El Paso Community College - Rio Grande Campus cost?
El Paso Community College - Rio Grande Campus has not published a flat tuition figure on this directory; pricing for the nursing assistant certificate depends on residency, financial aid, and any employer sponsorships. Call (915) 831-7808 or visit the program website at https://www.epcc.edu/ 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 El Paso Community College - Rio Grande Campus?
The nursing assistant certificate at El Paso Community College - Rio Grande Campus is structured as 6 weeks (210 hours). Texas requires 75 hours minimum of state-approved training, so this program meets or exceeds the state minimum. Contact the program at (915) 831-7808 for current cohort start dates and schedule options.
How do I apply or contact El Paso Community College - Rio Grande Campus?
Call El Paso Community College - Rio Grande Campus directly at (915) 831-7808 or visit https://www.epcc.edu/. The program is located at 100 W Rio Grande Avenue, El Paso, TX 79902. 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 El Paso Community College - Rio Grande Campus?
Before enrolling at El Paso Community College - Rio Grande Campus, 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 El Paso?
Yes. In addition to El Paso Community College - Rio Grande Campus in El Paso, our directory includes CNA training programs in Houston, Dallas, Austin, San Antonio, Fort Worth. 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.
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