Virginia Beach, VA
Tidewater Community College - Nurse Aide Program
Nurse Aide Education Program
Location
Virginia Beach, VA
Duration
120 hours
State Required Hours
120 hours
- Address
1700 College Crescent
Virginia Beach, VA 23453
- Phone
- (757) 822-7255
About This Program
Tidewater Community College offers a Virginia Board of Nursing-approved Nurse Aide Education Program at the Regional Health Professions Center on its Virginia Beach Campus. The program meets the 120-hour Virginia training requirement, including 40 hours of hands-on clinical experience, and prepares students for the state CNA certification exam.
Location & Directions
1700 College Crescent, Virginia Beach, VA 23453
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 Tidewater Community College - Nurse Aide Program include?
Tidewater Community College offers a Virginia Board of Nursing-approved Nurse Aide Education Program at the Regional Health Professions Center on its Virginia Beach Campus. The program is located at 1700 College Crescent, Virginia Beach, VA 23453. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (757) 822-7255 or visit https://www.tcc.edu/programs/nurse-aide/.
How much does Tidewater Community College - Nurse Aide Program cost?
Tidewater Community College - Nurse Aide Program has not published a flat tuition figure on this directory; pricing for the nurse aide education program depends on residency, financial aid, and any employer sponsorships. Call (757) 822-7255 or visit the program website at https://www.tcc.edu/programs/nurse-aide/ 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 Tidewater Community College - Nurse Aide Program?
The nurse aide education program at Tidewater Community College - Nurse Aide Program is structured as 120 hours. Virginia requires 120 hours of state-approved training, so this program meets or exceeds the state minimum. Contact the program at (757) 822-7255 for current cohort start dates and schedule options.
How do I apply or contact Tidewater Community College - Nurse Aide Program?
Call Tidewater Community College - Nurse Aide Program directly at (757) 822-7255 or visit https://www.tcc.edu/programs/nurse-aide/. The program is located at 1700 College Crescent, Virginia Beach, VA 23453. 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 Tidewater Community College - Nurse Aide Program?
Before enrolling at Tidewater Community College - Nurse Aide Program, 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 Tidewater Community College - Nurse Aide Program 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.