CNA Programs in Tennessee

Do you want to embark on a healthcare career in Tennessee, but do not want to commit to years of training? If so, enrolling in a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program may be just what you are looking for.

Requirements to Become a CNA in Tennessee

Before you can become certified as a nursing assistant in Tennessee, you will need to attend approved training that consists of a mixture of lectures and clinical instructions.

Your training program must be approved by the Tennessee Department of Health and must include everything you need to know for a career as a CNA. You are also required to pass the state's two-part CNA exam to prove your competency.

Passing both parts of the exam will provide you with certification and a place on the Nurse Aide Registry.

State-Approved CNA Programs in Tennessee

Of course, you will want to find the best school possible for your training. To help you locate a CNA school in Tennessee to meet your needs, we have listed some of the top schools in the state below:

1. Cleveland State Community College

   3535 Adkisson Dr, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423) 472-7141

2. Tennessee College of Applied Technology

   910 Miller Ave, Crossville, TN 38555 (931) 484-7502

3. Dyersburg State Community College

   1510 Lake Rd, Dyersburg, TN 38024 (731) 286-3200

4. Tennessee College of Applied Technology

   1745 Harriman Hwy, Harriman, TN 37748 (865) 882-6703

5. Tennessee College of Applied Technology

   716 E McMurry Blvd, Hartsville, TN 37074 (615) 374-2147

6. Tennessee College of Applied Technology

   355 Scott High Dr, Huntsville, TN 37756 (423) 663-4900

7. Tennessee College of Applied Technology

   1100 Liberty St, Knoxville, TN 37919 (865) 546-5567

8. Tennessee College of Applied Technology

   740 Hi Tech Dr, Livingston, TN 38570 (931) 823-5525

9. Dr. Benjamin L. Hooks Job Corps Center

   1555 McAlister Dr, Memphis, TN 38116 (901) 396-2800

10. Walters State Community College

    500 S Davy Crockett Pkwy, Morristown, TN 37813 (423) 585-2600

11. Tennessee College of Applied Technology

    100 White Bridge Pike, Nashville, TN 37209 (615) 425-5500

12. Tennessee College of Applied Technology

    1233 E College St, Pulaski, TN 38478 (931) 424-4014

13. Tennessee College of Applied Technology

    127 Industrial Dr, Ripley, TN 38063 (731) 635-3368

14. Jackson State Community College

    840 Pickwick Rd, Savannah, TN 38372 (731) 925-5722

CNA Job Outlook and Salary in Tennessee

There a great need for CNAs in Tennessee, and the need is expected to increase over the next eight years. Overall employment of CNAs in Tennessee is expected to grow by 11.6% from 2018 to 2028. CNAs in Tennessee earn a median salary of $34,850 per year.

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

Tennessee Nurse Aide Registry

If you have any questions about CNA programs or certification in Tennessee, you can contact the Tennessee Department of Health, Office of Health Care Facilities at: