CNA Programs in New Jersey

Do you want to enter the healthcare industry workforce in New Jersey, but don't have years for training? If you answered "yes," then you should consider becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant/Nurse Aide (CNA) in the state.

Requirements to Become a CNA in New Jersey

If you want to begin a career as a CNA in New Jersey, the first thing you will need to do is complete the Nurse Aide in Long Term Care Facilities Training and Competency Evaluation Program (NATCEP), which consists of 90 hours of training. This training should include 50 hours of classroom lectures and 40 hours of hands-on experience.

After completing the required hours of training, you must apply for and take the state's practical skills evaluation and a written/oral exam. You will also be required to submit to a criminal background check. There is a small fee for the exam, which will cover your testing materials and certification.

Upon passing the exam, you will be certified and eligible to work as a CNA in the state.

State-Approved CNA Programs in New Jersey

The state of New Jersey is home to many excellent training facilities for aspiring CNAs. Some of the best schools include:

1. Camden County College

   200 College Dr, Blackwood, NJ 08012 (856) 227-7200

2. Berkeley College

   1 W Blackwell St, Dover, NJ 07801 (973) 366-6700

3. Best Care College

   68 S Harrison St, East Orange, NJ 07018 (973) 673-3900

4. Edison Job Corps Center

   500 Plainfield Ave, Edison, NJ 08817 (732) 985-4800

5. Middlesex County College

   2600 Woodbridge Ave, Edison, NJ 08837 (732) 548-6000

6. Hudson County Community College

   70 Sip Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07306 (201) 714-7100

7. Brookdale Community College

   765 Newman Springs Rd, Lincroft, NJ 07738 (732) 224-2345

8. Atlantic Cape Community College

   5100 E Black Horse Pike, Mays Landing, NJ 08330 (609) 625-1111

9. County College of Morris

   214 Center Grove Rd, Randolph, NJ 07869 (973) 328-5000

10. Rowan College at Gloucester County

    1400 Tanyard Rd, Sewell, NJ 08080 (856) 468-5000

11. Ocean County College

    1 College Dr, Toms River, NJ 08753 (732) 255-0400

12. Thomas Edison State University

    111 W State St, Trenton, NJ 08608 (888) 442-8372

13. Healthcare Training Institute

    1969 Morris Ave, Union, NJ 07083 (888) 226-6354

14. Warren County Community College

    475 NJ-57, Washington, NJ 07882 (908) 835-9222

15. William Paterson University

    300 Pompton Rd, Wayne, NJ 07474 (973) 720-2000

16. Mercer County Community College

    1200 Old Trenton Rd, West Windsor Township, NJ 08550 (609) 586-4800

CNA Job Outlook and Salary in New Jersey

Certified Nurse Aides are in demand almost all across the country, and it is no different in New Jersey as well. Overall employment of CNAs in the state is projected to increase by 5.5% from 2018 to 2028. These professionals in NJ enjoy many fabulous benefits, including a great median salary of $42,960 per year, flexible work schedules, and job security.

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

New Jersey Nurse Aide Registry

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