CNA Programs in Maryland

Are you looking for a job that pays well and leaves you feeling satisfied each day in Maryland? If you are, you may want to consider training for a career as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).

Requirements to Become a CNA in Maryland

Before you can become certified and eligible to apply for employment as a CNA in Maryland, you must complete a state-approved training program. To meet the state-mandated minimum requirements, you need to make sure the program you choose consists of classroom instruction and clinical experience.

After you complete the required training, your program will apply for your certification.

There is no state CNA exam in Maryland.

State-Approved CNA Programs in Maryland

The first step to beginning your new and exciting career as a CNA is finding a school that offers a training program. Listed below are some of the best CNA schools in Maryland:

1. Anne Arundel Community College

   101 College Pkwy, Arnold, MD 21012 (410) 777-2222

2. American Health Career Institute

   2520 Pennsylvania Ave, Baltimore, MD 21217 (443) 438-4546

3. Harford Community College

   401 Thomas Run Rd, Bel Air, MD 21015 (443) 412-2000

4. Howard Community College

   10901 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Columbia, MD 21044 (443) 518-1000

5. Allegany College of Maryland

   12401 Willowbrook Rd, La Vale, MD 21502 (301) 784-5000

6. Frederick Community College

   7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick, MD 21702 (301) 846-2400

7. Hagerstown Community College

   11400 Robinwood Dr, Hagerstown, MD 21742 (240) 500-2000

8. College of Southern Maryland

   8730 Mitchell Rd, La Plata, MD 20646 (301) 934-2251

9. College of Southern Maryland

   22950 Hollywood Rd, Leonardtown, MD 20650 (240) 725-5300

10. Garrett College

    687 Mosser Rd, McHenry, MD 21541 (301) 387-3000

11. Cecil College

    1 Seahawk Dr, North East, MD 21901 (410) 287-1000

12. Community College of Baltimore County

    10300 Grand Central Ave, Owings Mills, MD 21117 (443) 840-4700

13. College of Southern Maryland

    115 J W Williams Rd, Prince Frederick, MD 20678 (443) 550-6000

14. Montgomery College Health Sciences Center

    7977 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20910 (240) 567-5507

15. Carroll Community College

    1601 Washington Rd, Westminster, MD 21157 (410) 386-8000

16. Woodstock Job Corps Center

    10900 Old Court Rd, Woodstock, MD 21163 (410) 696-9200

17. Chesapeake College

    1000 College Cir, Queenstown, MD 21658 (410) 822-5400

CNA Job Outlook and Salary in Maryland

There is a high demand for CNAs in Maryland. Overall employment of CNAs in the state is expected to increase by 18.4% from 2018 to 2028. CNAs in Maryland enjoy many benefits, including a comfortable median salary of $37,180 per year and an immense feeling of satisfaction obtained from helping the sick, elderly, and injured.

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

Maryland Nurse Aide Registry

If you have any questions about CNA programs or certification in Maryland, you can contact the Maryland Board of Nursing at: