Tidewater Community College
1700 College Crescent
Nurse Aide Education Program
- Duration:
- 120 hours
- Phone:
- (757) 822-7255
CNA Classes in Virginia Beach, VA
7 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training programs in Virginia Beach. Tuition ranges from $850 to $950. Virginia requires 120 hours of training and uses Credentia for the competency exam.
Programs in Virginia Beach
7
Tuition Range
$850 to $950
State Required Hours
120 hours
Exam Vendor
Credentia
All CNA Programs in Virginia Beach
Centura College
4455 South Boulevard
Certified Nurse Aide
- Duration:
- 160 hours / 6 weeks
- Cost:
- $850
- Phone:
- (757) 490-3151
Bryant & Stratton College
301 Centre Pointe Drive
Nurse Aide Certificate
- Duration:
- 140 hours / 7.5 weeks
- Phone:
- (757) 499-7900
Virginia Beach City Public Schools Adult Learning Center
4160 Virginia Beach Boulevard
Certified Nurse Aide
- Duration:
- 97 + 40 hours
- Cost:
- $950
- Phone:
- (757) 648-6050
Abbott Education Center
5441 Virginia Beach Boulevard, Suite 107
Certified Nurse Aide
- Duration:
- 8-9 weeks
- Phone:
- (757) 499-1180
Tidewater Medical Training
1300 Diamond Springs Road, Suite 102
Certified Nursing Assistant
- Duration:
- 137 hours
- Cost:
- $850
- Phone:
- (757) 320-1780
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 Virginia Beach
How many CNA training programs are available in Virginia Beach, VA?
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Our directory lists 7 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training programs in Virginia Beach, 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 Virginia Beach?
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Published tuition for CNA programs in Virginia Beach ranges from $850 to $950. Centura College lists the lowest tuition at $850. 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 Virginia Beach?
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Bryant & Stratton College offers the shortest published program in Virginia Beach at 140 hours / 7.5 weeks. 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 (757) 499-7900 for current cohort start dates.
How do I become a CNA in Virginia Beach, VA?
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To work as a CNA in Virginia Beach, 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 Virginia Beach?
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No Virginia Beach 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.