CNA Programs in New Mexico

Are you looking for a career that leaves you feeling fulfilled and satisfied each day in New Mexico? Can you see yourself working in a healthcare setting? If you answered "yes" to both the questions, you should consider enrolling in a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training program.

Requirements to Become a CNA in New Mexico

Before you can embark on your new career, you will need to complete a CNA training program that includes at least 75 hours in duration and that is approved by the state of New Mexico.

The final step to beginning a career as a CNA in New Mexico is to take the state's CNA Exam.

Passing this competency test will place your name on New Mexico's registry and allow you to seek out employment in the state.

State-Approved CNA Programs in New Mexico

If you want to obtain your CNA training in New Mexico, listed below are some of the top nursing schools that offer state-approved programs for prospective Certified Nursing Assistants:

1. Albuquerque Job Corps Center

   1500 Indian School Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104 (505) 346-2562

2. Central New Mexico Community College

   900 University Blvd SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106 (505) 224-3000

3. Clovis Community College

   417 Schepps Blvd, Clovis, NM 88101 (575) 769-2811

4. Navajo Technical University

   Lowerpoint Rd State Hwy 371, Crownpoint, NM 87313 (928) 674-5764

5. Northern New Mexico College

   921 N Paseo De Onate, Española, NM 87532 (505) 747-2100

6. San Juan College

   4601 College Blvd, Farmington, NM 87401 (505) 326-3311

7. Dona Ana Community College

   2800 Sonoma Ranch Blvd, Las Cruces, NM 88011 (575) 527-7500

8. New Mexico State University

   1780 E University Ave, Las Cruces, NM 88003 (575) 646-0111

9. University of New Mexico

   4000 University Dr, Los Alamos, NM 87544 (505) 662-5919

10. University of New Mexico

    280 La Entrada Rd, Los Lunas, NM 87031 (505) 925-8500

11. Eastern New Mexico University

    52 University Blvd, Roswell, NM 88203 (575) 624-7000

12. Roswell Job Corps Center

    57 G St, Roswell, NM 88203 (575) 347-5414

13. Eastern New Mexico University

    709 Mechem Dr, Ruidoso, NM 88345 (575) 257-2120

14. Santa Fe Community College

    6401 Richards Ave, Santa Fe, NM 87508 (505) 428-1000

15. Western New Mexico University

    1000 W College Ave, Silver City, NM 88061 (800) 872-9668

16. Mesalands Community College

    911 S 10th St, Tucumcari, NM 88401 (575) 461-4413

CNA Job Outlook and Salary in New Mexico

There is currently a shortage of CNAs in New Mexico, and the shortage is expected to grow in almost the decade to come. Overall employment of CNAs in New Mexico is expected to increase by 9.5% from 2018 to 2028. If you choose to work as a CNA in New Mexico, you can expect a median salary of $34,090 per year.

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

New Mexico Nurse Aide Registry

The New Mexico Human Services Department and the New Mexico Department of Health have partnered with Prometric to develop and administer their nurse aide competency exam and to manage the certified nursing assistant registry.