Richmond, VA
Richmond Technical Center
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)
Location
Richmond, VA
Duration
18 weeks
State Required Hours
120 hours
- Address
2020 Westwood Avenue
Richmond, VA 23230
- Phone
- (804) 780-6237
About This Program
Richmond Technical Center is a Richmond Public Schools career and technical education campus located in the Scott's Addition/Westwood Avenue corridor between Broad Street and I-195. The center delivers a Virginia Board of Nursing-regulated Nurse Aide I program that introduces vital signs, CPR, infection control, and direct patient care, with Nurse Aide II building on those skills in advanced clinical settings. Students complete the board-mandated clock hours required to sit for the Pearson VUE NNAAP exam and earn CNA credentialing. The program is led by Shijuan L. McKinney, MSN, RN, and primarily serves Richmond Public Schools high schoolers, with college credit articulation available.
Location & Directions
2020 Westwood Avenue, Richmond, VA 23230
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.
Minimum Age
16
Training Hours
120 hours
Exam Vendor
Credentia
Time to Cert
8–14 weeks (training 6–10 weeks, exam and registry 2–4 weeks)
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the CNA program at Richmond Technical Center include?
Richmond Technical Center is a Richmond Public Schools career and technical education campus located in the Scott's Addition/Westwood Avenue corridor between Broad Street and I-195. The program is located at 2020 Westwood Avenue, Richmond, VA 23230. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (804) 780-6237 or visit https://rtc.rvaschools.net/academics/programs-rtc/nursing.
How much does Richmond Technical Center cost?
Richmond Technical Center has not published a flat tuition figure on this directory; pricing for the certified nurse aide (cna) depends on residency, financial aid, and any employer sponsorships. Call (804) 780-6237 or visit the program website at https://rtc.rvaschools.net/academics/programs-rtc/nursing to request the current fee schedule. For reference, total CNA training costs in Virginia generally fall in the range of $0 (employer-sponsored) to $2,000 (private 120-hour program).
How long is the program at Richmond Technical Center?
The certified nurse aide (cna) at Richmond Technical Center is structured as 18 weeks. Virginia requires 120 hours of state-approved training, so this program meets or exceeds the state minimum. Contact the program at (804) 780-6237 for current cohort start dates and schedule options.
How do I apply or contact Richmond Technical Center?
Call Richmond Technical Center directly at (804) 780-6237 or visit https://rtc.rvaschools.net/academics/programs-rtc/nursing. The program is located at 2020 Westwood Avenue, Richmond, VA 23230. Ask about upcoming cohort start dates, application deadlines, background-check requirements, and any scholarships or financial-aid options before enrolling.
What Virginia CNA requirements should I know before enrolling at Richmond Technical Center?
Before enrolling at Richmond Technical Center, make sure you meet Virginia's minimum age (16), education requirements, and background-check rules. Virginia requires 120 hours of state-approved training and uses Credentia for the competency exam, with most candidates reaching certification in 8–14 weeks (training 6–10 weeks, exam and registry 2–4 weeks). See the full Virginia CNA requirements page for a complete checklist.
Are there other CNA programs near Richmond?
Yes. In addition to Richmond Technical Center in Richmond, our directory includes CNA training programs in Virginia Beach, Roanoke. Comparing programs by location, schedule, and cost is the easiest way to find the best fit for your situation. Browse all Virginia CNA classes for the full list.
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