Wheeling, WV
West Virginia Northern Community College - Wheeling Campus
Certified Nurse Assistant
Location
Wheeling, WV
Duration
120 hours
Cost
$1,999
State Required Hours
120 hours minimum, exceeding the federal 75-hour floor
- Address
1704 Market Street
Wheeling, WV 26003
- Phone
- (304) 214-8968
About This Program
West Virginia Northern Community College's Wheeling campus anchors the Northern Panhandle and offers a DHHR-approved Certified Nurse Assistant program through Continuing Education. The 120-hour course combines 65 hours of classroom instruction with 55 contact hours of clinical training at an approved long-term care facility. Tuition includes textbooks and the Headmaster (D&SDT) West Virginia CNA exam.
Location & Directions
1704 Market Street, Wheeling, WV 26003
Becoming a CNA in West Virginia
West Virginia regulates its CNA workforce through the Office of Health Facility Licensure and Certification (OHFLAC), which sits inside the West Virginia Department of Health and is one of the few state agencies that contracts a regional vendor - Professional Healthcare Development, LLC (PHD) - rather than Prometric or Pearson VUE to administer the nurse aide competency exam. OHFLAC sets training, testing, and abuse-registry policy, while PHD handles scheduling, proctoring, scoring, and rule book updates.
Minimum Age
18
Training Hours
120 hours minimum, exceeding the federal 75-hour floor
Exam Vendor
Professional Healthcare Development, LLC (PHD), under contract with OHFLAC
Time to Cert
6-10 weeks from program start to registry listing
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the CNA program at West Virginia Northern Community College - Wheeling Campus include?
West Virginia Northern Community College's Wheeling campus anchors the Northern Panhandle and offers a DHHR-approved Certified Nurse Assistant program through Continuing Education. The program is located at 1704 Market Street, Wheeling, WV 26003. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (304) 214-8968 or visit https://www.wvncc.edu/career-pathways-and-programs/healthcare-pathway-and-programs/8945.
How much does West Virginia Northern Community College - Wheeling Campus cost?
West Virginia Northern Community College - Wheeling Campus lists tuition for its certified nurse assistant at $1,999. Total program cost for students typically includes state exam fees, background-check fees, books, and supplies on top of tuition, so the final out-of-pocket figure can vary. Call West Virginia Northern Community College - Wheeling Campus at (304) 214-8968 for the current fee breakdown and any available scholarships or financial aid.
How long is the program at West Virginia Northern Community College - Wheeling Campus?
The certified nurse assistant at West Virginia Northern Community College - Wheeling Campus is structured as 120 hours. West Virginia requires 120 hours minimum, exceeding the federal 75-hour floor of state-approved training, so this program meets or exceeds the state minimum. Contact the program at (304) 214-8968 for current cohort start dates and schedule options.
How do I apply or contact West Virginia Northern Community College - Wheeling Campus?
Call West Virginia Northern Community College - Wheeling Campus directly at (304) 214-8968 or visit https://www.wvncc.edu/career-pathways-and-programs/healthcare-pathway-and-programs/8945. The program is located at 1704 Market Street, Wheeling, WV 26003. Ask about upcoming cohort start dates, application deadlines, background-check requirements, and any scholarships or financial-aid options before enrolling.
What West Virginia CNA requirements should I know before enrolling at West Virginia Northern Community College - Wheeling Campus?
Before enrolling at West Virginia Northern Community College - Wheeling Campus, make sure you meet West Virginia's minimum age (18), education requirements, and background-check rules. West Virginia requires 120 hours minimum, exceeding the federal 75-hour floor of state-approved training and uses Professional Healthcare Development, LLC (PHD), under contract with OHFLAC for the competency exam, with most candidates reaching certification in 6-10 weeks from program start to registry listing. See the full West Virginia CNA requirements page for a complete checklist.
Are there other CNA programs near Wheeling?
Yes. In addition to West Virginia Northern Community College - Wheeling Campus in Wheeling, our directory includes CNA training programs in Charleston, Huntington, Parkersburg, Morgantown, Martinsburg, and other West Virginia cities. Comparing programs by location, schedule, and cost is the easiest way to find the best fit for your situation. Browse all West Virginia CNA classes for the full list.