Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
The Community College of Rhode Island, Division of Workforce Partnerships Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) course is a Rhode Island Department of Health-approved course.
Recruiting is ongoing, however, we are selecting candidates for the cohort listed below.
Please complete the Program Inquiry Form to begin the recruiting process. You will recieve additional program information
and an invitation to the next Open House.
Upcoming Program Dates:
| Cohort | Lectures | Labs | Clinicals | Cost |
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February 4 - May 6, 2025 |
In-person Tuesdays and Wednesdays |
Thursdays, Annex Building 8 am - 12 pm or 11 am - 3 pm |
April 22 - May1 Location TBD |
FREE |
FREE Employee Sponsored Opportunities START HERE
CNA Program Resources - CLICK HERE
**Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Participants**
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You may qualify for tuition and fee assistance if you receive SNAP benefits [formerly known as the electronic benefit transfer (EBT) program].
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Please click HERE to complete the required form and submit it to https://lisc.app.box.com/f/099424a9256b477683f03226c2c85241 or [email protected]
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Do not pay for your pretest until this form is processed.
- Snap disclaimer PDF
Must have a GED or high school diploma to register for the course. If you are 16 years or older and a current high school student or a CCRI Pre-Nursing student, please contact [email protected] for additional instructions.
Cost
FREE Employee Sponsored Opportunities Available
OR $1400 Open Enrollment Includes $10 non-refundable registration fee textbook, workbook, blood pressure cuff, stethoscope
Time Commitment
130-190 hours
Combined total of Lecture, Skills Lab, and Clinical
Programs
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