Virginia Beach, VA
Bryant & Stratton College
Nurse Aide Certificate
Location
Virginia Beach, VA
Duration
140 hours / 7.5 weeks
State Required Hours
120 hours
- Address
301 Centre Pointe Drive
Virginia Beach, VA 23462
- Phone
- (757) 499-7900
About This Program
Located in the Town Center / Pembroke business district on Centre Pointe Drive, Bryant & Stratton College delivers a Virginia Board of Nursing-approved Nurse Aide Certificate as a weekend program meeting Saturdays and Sundays. The 140-hour curriculum covers patient care fundamentals and clinical practice, preparing graduates for the NNAAP certification examination.
Location & Directions
301 Centre Pointe Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23462
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 Bryant & Stratton College include?
Located in the Town Center / Pembroke business district on Centre Pointe Drive, Bryant & Stratton College delivers a Virginia Board of Nursing-approved Nurse Aide Certificate as a weekend program meeting Saturdays and Sundays. The program is located at 301 Centre Pointe Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23462. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (757) 499-7900 or visit https://www.bryantstratton.edu/location/virginia-beach/.
How much does Bryant & Stratton College cost?
Bryant & Stratton College has not published a flat tuition figure on this directory; pricing for the nurse aide certificate depends on residency, financial aid, and any employer sponsorships. Call (757) 499-7900 or visit the program website at https://www.bryantstratton.edu/location/virginia-beach/ 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 Bryant & Stratton College?
The nurse aide certificate at Bryant & Stratton College is structured as 140 hours / 7.5 weeks. Virginia requires 120 hours of state-approved training, so this program meets or exceeds the state minimum. Contact the program at (757) 499-7900 for current cohort start dates and schedule options.
How do I apply or contact Bryant & Stratton College?
Call Bryant & Stratton College directly at (757) 499-7900 or visit https://www.bryantstratton.edu/location/virginia-beach/. The program is located at 301 Centre Pointe Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23462. 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 Bryant & Stratton College?
Before enrolling at Bryant & Stratton College, 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 Virginia Beach?
Yes. In addition to Bryant & Stratton College in Virginia Beach, our directory includes CNA training programs in Richmond, 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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