Reynolds Community College
1651 E. Parham Road
Nurse Aide Education Program
- Duration:
- 8 weeks
- Phone:
- (804) 371-3000
CNA Classes in Richmond, VA
6 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training programs in Richmond. Tuition ranges from $700 to $1,250. Virginia requires 120 hours of training and uses Credentia for the competency exam.
Programs in Richmond
6
Tuition Range
$700 to $1,250
State Required Hours
120 hours
Exam Vendor
Credentia
Lowest tuition
Family 1st of Virginia Healthcare & Safety Training Center
$700 (4-week daytime) · 4 weeks daytime / 6 weeks evening
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Family 1st of Virginia Healthcare & Safety Training Center
4 weeks daytime / 6 weeks evening
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Reynolds Community College - Downtown Campus
700 East Jackson Street
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
- Duration:
- 8 weeks
- Cost:
- $750
- Phone:
- (804) 371-3000
Richmond Technical Center
2020 Westwood Avenue
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
- Duration:
- 18 weeks
- Phone:
- (804) 780-6237
Richmond Adult Technical Center
2015 Seddon Way, Suite 110
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
- Duration:
- 6 weeks (Mon-Thu evenings)
- Cost:
- $1,250
- Phone:
- (804) 780-6272
Virginia School for Nurse Aides
3310 W. Clay Street, Suite 100
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
- Duration:
- Approximately 5 weeks
- Cost:
- $1,095
- Phone:
- (804) 353-1747
Family 1st of Virginia Healthcare & Safety Training Center
2317 Westwood Avenue, Suite 201-B
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
- Duration:
- 4 weeks daytime / 6 weeks evening
- Cost:
- $700 (4-week daytime)
- Phone:
- (804) 325-3733
Becoming a CNA in Virginia
Becoming a CNA in Virginia is one of the more rigorous pathways on the East Coast. Virginia requires 120 hours of training — 45 hours above the federal floor of 75 — split into at least 80 hours of classroom theory and skills-lab instruction (including a minimum of 20 hours of skills-lab work) plus at least 40 hours of supervised clinical training delivering direct client care in a nursing care setting. Most full-time programs run 6 to 10 weeks. Virginia's community college system — including Tidewater, Northern Virginia, J. Sargeant Reynolds, Piedmont Virginia, and Wytheville — runs the largest network of approved 120-hour programs, typically priced $600 to $1,500 for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions: CNA Training in Richmond
How many CNA training programs are available in Richmond, VA?
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Our directory lists 6 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training programs in Richmond, VA. All programs must meet Virginia's minimum of 120 hours and prepare graduates to sit for the Credentia competency exam.
How much does CNA training cost in Richmond?
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Published tuition for CNA programs in Richmond ranges from $700 to $1,250. Family 1st of Virginia Healthcare & Safety Training Center lists the lowest tuition at $700 (4-week daytime). Total out-of-pocket cost also includes the state exam fee ($140 total ($45 written/oral + $95 skills)), background check, and uniforms.
What is the fastest CNA program in Richmond?
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Family 1st of Virginia Healthcare & Safety Training Center offers the shortest published program in Richmond at 4 weeks daytime / 6 weeks evening. Virginia requires 120 hours of state-approved training, so any accelerated program must compress the required hours into a shorter calendar window through full-time scheduling. Call (804) 325-3733 for current cohort start dates.
How do I become a CNA in Richmond, VA?
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To work as a CNA in Richmond, you must meet a Virginia-approved training program of at least 120 hours, pass the Credentia competency exam (Two-part Nurse Aide Competency Test (NNAAP): a written (or oral) knowledge test plus a hands-on skills evaluation), and clear a Virginia State Police criminal background check plus federal FBI fingerprint clearance. Most candidates complete the full process in 8–14 weeks (training 6–10 weeks, exam and registry 2–4 weeks).
Are there free CNA classes in Richmond?
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No Richmond program on our directory currently advertises free tuition, but many Virginia 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.