CNA Programs in Virginia

Do you want to enter the healthcare industry in Virginia, but don't have years for training? If so, you should consider becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).

Requirements to Become a CNA in Virginia

For you to gain employment as a CNA in Virginia, you will have to complete a state-approved training program. Your training should comprise a combination of classroom lectures and clinical training to prepare you for the field of nursing assistance.

Once you complete the required training, you can take the state's two-part CNA Nurse Aide exam.

A passing score on both parts of the CNA exam is the basic requirement for certification as a nurse aide in Virginia and placement on the state's Nurse Aide Registry.

State-Approved CNA Programs in Virginia

To help you begin your new career as a Certified Nursing Assistant in Virginia, we are listing some of the top nursing schools offering CNA programs in the state below:

1. Virginia Highlands Community College

   100 VHCC Dr, Abingdon, VA 24210 (276) 739-2400

2. Southside Virginia Community College

   109 Campus Dr, Alberta, VA 23821 (434) 949-1000

3. Global Health College

   6101 Stevenson Ave, Alexandria, VA 22304 (703) 212-7410

4. Mountain Empire Community College

   3441 Mountain Empire Rd, Big Stone Gap, VA 24219 (276) 523-2400

5. Piedmont Virginia Community College

   501 College Dr, Charlottesville, VA 22902 (434) 977-3900

6. Chester Career College

   751 W Hundred Rd, Chester, VA 23836 (804) 751-9191

7. John Tyler Community College

   13101 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Chester, VA 23831 (804) 796-4000

8. Dabney S. Lancaster Community College

   1000 Dabney Dr, Clifton Forge, VA 24422 (540) 863-2800

9. Danville Community College

   1008 S Main St, Danville, VA 24541 (434) 797-2222

10. New River Community College

    5251 State Rd 373, Dublin, VA 24084 (540) 674-3600

11. Paul D. Camp Community College

    100 N College Dr, Franklin, VA 23851 (757) 569-6700

12. Thomas Nelson Community College

    99 Thomas Nelson Dr, Hampton, VA 23666 (757) 825-2800

13. Germanna Community College

    2130 Germanna Hwy #402, Locust Grove, VA 22508 (540) 423-9825

14. Blue Ridge Job Corps Center

    245 W Main St, Marion, VA 24354 (276) 783-7221

15. Patrick Henry Community College

    645 Patriot Ave, Martinsville, VA 24112 (276) 638-8777

16. Eastern Shore Community College

    29300 Lankford Hwy, Melfa, VA 23410 (757) 789-1789

17. Old Dominion Job Corps Center

    1073 Father Judge Rd, Monroe, VA 24574 (434) 929-4081

18. Tidewater Community College

    121 College Pl, Norfolk, VA 23510 (757) 822-1111

19. Reynolds Community College

    1651 E Parham Rd, Richmond, VA 23228 (804) 371-3000

20. Roanoke Higher Education Center

    108 N Jefferson St, Roanoke, VA 24016 (540) 767-6161

21. Virginia Western Community College

    3094 Colonial Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24015 (540) 857-8922

22. Columbia College

    8620 Westwood Center Dr, Vienna, VA 22182 (703) 206-0508

23. Lord Fairfax Community College

    6480 College St, Warrenton, VA 20187 (540) 351-1505

24. Rappahannock Community College

    52 Campus Dr, Warsaw, VA 22572 (804) 333-6700

25. Wytheville Community College

    1000 E Main St, Wytheville, VA 24382 (276) 223-4700

CNA Job Outlook and Salary in Virginia

There is presently a great need for CNAs in Virginia, and the demand is expected to increase over the next eight years. Overall employment of CNAs in Virginia is projected to increase by 14.6% from 2018 to 2028. The median salary for these professionals in the state is $40,160 per year.

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

Virginia Nurse Aide Registry

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