CNA Programs in Alabama

Are you thinking about becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in Alabama? Training for this career in Alabama is a terrific choice today.

Requirements to Become a CNA in Alabama

For you to become a CNA in Alabama, you must participate in at least 75 hours of training that is approved by the Alabama Department of Health. Your training must involve a combination of both classroom lectures and clinical work.

The next step in beginning your career as a CNA is to sit for your state's CNA exam. An acceptable score on this exam is required for you to become certified.

If you receive at least a passing score on the CNA exam, your name will be placed on the Alabama Nurse Aide Registry, and you will be eligible for employment as a CNA in the state.

State-Approved CNA Programs in Alabama

If you have decided to train for a career as a CNA in Alabama, you have made a great decision! There are many CNA schools in the state, and some of the best ones include:

1. Coastal Alabama Community College

   1900 US-31, Bay Minette, AL 36507 (251) 990-0445

2. Jefferson State Community College

   2601 Carson Rd, Birmingham, AL 35215 (205) 856-7710

3. Jefferson State Community College

   4600 Valleydale Rd, Birmingham, AL 35242 (205) 856-7710

4. Lawson State Community College

   3060 Wilson Rd SW, Birmingham, AL 35221 (205) 925-2515

5. Snead State Community College

   220 N Walnut St, Boaz, AL 35957 (256) 593-5120

6. Wallace Community College

   1141 Wallace Dr, Midland City, AL 36350 (334) 983-3521

7. Wallace Community College

   3235 S Eufaula Ave, Eufaula, AL 36027 (334) 687-3543

8. Gadsden Job Corps Center

   600 Valley St, Gadsden, AL 35901 (256) 547-6222

9. Gadsden State Community College

   1001 George Wallace Dr, Gadsden, AL 35903 (256) 549-8200

10. Wallace State Community College

    801 Main St NW, Hanceville, AL 35077 (256) 352-8000

11. Calhoun Community College

    102 Wynn Dr NW, Huntsville, AL 35805 (256) 890-4700

12. J.F. Drake State Community & Technical College

    3421 Meridian St N, Huntsville, AL 35811 (256) 539-8161

13. Bevill State Community College

    1411 Indiana Ave, Jasper, AL 35501 (800) 648-3271

14. University of West Alabama

    Station 200, Livingston, AL 35470 (205) 652-3400

15. Montgomery Job Corps Center

    1145 Air Base Blvd, Montgomery, AL 36108 (334) 262-8883

16. Trenholm State Community College

    1225 Air Base Blvd, Montgomery, AL 36108 (334) 420-4200

17. Northwest-Shoals Community College

    800 George Wallace Blvd, Tuscumbia, AL 35674 (256) 331-5200

18. Chattahoochee Valley Community College

    2602 College Dr, Phenix City, AL 36869 (334) 291-4900

19. Northeast Alabama Community College

    138 AL-35, Section, AL 35771 (256) 638-4418

20. Shelton State Community College

    9500 Old Greensboro Rd, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405 (205) 391-2211

CNA Job Outlook and Salary in Alabama

CNAs are in high demand in the state. Overall employment of CNAs in Alabama is projected to grow 5.5% from 2018 to 2028. CNAs are being offered excellent starting salaries in the state. In fact, CNAs in Alabama enjoy median yearly salaries of $30,491.

Take a look at the CNA employment and salary situation in different metro areas in Alabama below to get a detailed picture.

Alabama Nurse Aide Registry

If you have any questions about CNA programs or certification in Alabama, you can contact the Alabama Department of Public Health, Division of Healthcare Facilities at: