CNA Programs in Louisiana

Did you know that you can train to work in the healthcare industry in just a few weeks? If you are looking to begin working in this industry in as less time as possible, becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is the way to do that. You can complete a CNA program in just four to 12 weeks.

Requirements to Become a CNA in Louisiana

The first thing you need to do to begin a career as a CNA in Louisiana is enroll in and complete a state-approved nurse aide training program. Your program should include classroom lectures and clinical experience.

Once you complete your training, you can schedule an appointment to take the state's CNA exam. You must pass this exam to become certified. After taking the exam, you will know whether you passed or failed the test.

A passing score places your name on the Louisiana Nurse Aide Registry.

State-Approved CNA Programs in Louisiana

Any career begins with locating a school that offers the training program you wish to attend. Listed below are some of the top CNA schools in Louisiana:

1. Central Louisiana Technical Community College

   4311 S MacArthur Dr, Alexandria, LA 71302 (318) 487-5443

2. Baton Rouge Community College

   201 Community College Dr, Baton Rouge, LA 70806 (225) 216-8000

3. Carville Job Corps Center

   5465 Point Clair Rd, Carville, LA 70721 (225) 642-0699

4. Nunez Community College

   3710 Paris Rd, Chalmette, LA 70043 (504) 278-6467

5. River Parishes Community College

   925 W Edenborne Pkwy, Gonzales, LA 70737 (225) 743-8500

6. Northshore Technical Community College

   111 Pride Dr, Hammond, LA 70401 (985) 543-4120

7. Infinity College

   117 W Pinhook Rd, Lafayette, LA 70501 (337) 261-9009

8. South Louisiana Community College

   1101 Bertrand Dr, Lafayette, LA 70506 (337) 521-9000

9. SOWELA Technical Community College

   3820 Sen J Bennett Johnston Ave, Lake Charles, LA 70615 (337) 421-6565

10. Northwest Louisiana Technical College

    9500 Industrial Dr, Minden, LA 71055 (318) 371-3035

11. Louisiana Delta Community College

    7500 Millhaven Rd, Monroe, LA 71203 (318) 345-9000

12. Delgado Community College

    615 City Park Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119 (504) 671-5000

13. New Orleans Job Corps Center

    8825 Airline Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70118 (504) 484-3500

14. Fletcher Technical Community College

    1407 LA-311, Schriever, LA 70395 (985) 448-7900

15. Shreveport Job Corps Center

    2815 Lillian St, Shreveport, LA 71109 (318) 227-9331

16. Southern University at Shreveport

    3050 Dr Martin Luther King Dr, Shreveport, LA 71107 (318) 670-6000

CNA Job Outlook and Salary in Louisiana

It is officially not known if CNAs are in demand in Louisiana. CNAs in Louisiana currently earn a median salary of $30,420 per year.

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

Louisiana Nurse Aide Registry

If you have any questions about CNA programs or certification in Louisiana, you can contact the Louisiana Department of Health, Health Standards Section at: