CNA Programs in Texas

Are you looking for a career that remains strong even during difficult economic times in Texas? If you are, then a career as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) would be a great choice for you.

Requirements to Become a CNA in Texas

The first requirement to becoming a CNA in Texas is completing a training program that consists of at least 75 hours of instructions approved by the state of Texas.

Secondly, you will need to pass the state's CNA Certification Exam to prove that you have acquired the skills necessary for a career as a CNA. The CNA exam contains two parts: a multiple-choice test and a practical skills evaluation.

You are required to pass both sections of the CNA exam to become certified. Upon passing the exam, your name will be added to the Texas Nurse Aide Registry.

State-Approved CNA Programs in Texas

Finding a CNA program in Texas can be a bit confusing, as there are currently hundreds of them available. To help you a little, we are listing some of the top schools below:

1. Hill College

   112 Lamar Dr, Hillsboro, TX 76645 (254) 659-7500

2. Houston Community College

   5601 W Loop S, Houston, TX 77081 (713) 718-7868

3. Lone Star College

   2700 W W Thorne Dr, Houston, TX 77073 (281) 618-5400

4. Texas Health School

   11211 Katy Fwy # 170, Houston, TX 77079 (713) 932-9333

5. Texas Southern University

   3100 Cleburne St, Houston, TX 77004 (713) 313-7011

6. Kilgore College

   1100 Broadway Blvd, Kilgore, TX 75662 (903) 983-8209

7. Brazosport College

   500 College Blvd, Lake Jackson, TX 77566 (979) 230-3000

8. Laredo College

   1 West End Washington St, Laredo, TX 78040 (956) 722-0521

9. South Plains College

   1401 College Ave, Levelland, TX 79336 (806) 894-9611

10. South Texas College

    3201 Pecan Blvd, McAllen, TX 78501 (800) 742-7822

11. Collin College

    2200 W University Dr, McKinney, TX 75071 (972) 548-6790

12. North Texas Job Corps

    1701 N Church St, McKinney, TX 75069 (972) 542-2623

13. Eastfield College

    3737 Motley Dr, Mesquite, TX 75150 (972) 860-7100

14. Northeast Texas Community College

    2886 FM1735, Mt Pleasant, TX 75455 (903) 434-8100

15. Odessa College

    201 W University Blvd, Odessa, TX 79764 (432) 335-6400

16. Paris Junior College

    2400 Clarksville St, Paris, TX 75460 (903) 785-7661

17. San Jacinto College

    8060 Spencer Hwy, Pasadena, TX 77505 (281) 476-1501

18. Rio Grande Valley College

    5419 N Cage Blvd, Pharr, TX 78577 (956) 781-6800

19. Lamar State College

    1500 Procter St, Port Arthur, TX 77640 (409) 983-4921

20. Alamo Colleges

    201 W Sheridan St, San Antonio, TX 78204 (210) 485-0000

21. Quest College

    5430 Fredericksburg Rd #310, San Antonio, TX 78229 (210) 366-2701

22. Southern Careers Institute

    6963 Northwest Loop 410, San Antonio, TX 78238 (844) 783-6569

23. Gary Job Corps Center

    2800 TX-21, Maxwell, TX 78656 (800) 733-5627

24. Texarkana College

    2500 N Robison Rd, Texarkana, TX 75501 (903) 823-3456

25. College of the Mainland

    1200 N Amburn Rd, Texas City, TX 77591 (409) 938-1211

26. Southwest Texas Junior College

    2401 Garner Field Rd, Uvalde, TX 78801 (830) 278-4401

27. Vernon College

    4400 College Dr, Vernon, TX 76384 (940) 552-6291

28. Victoria College

    2200 E Red River St, Victoria, TX 77901 (361) 573-3291

29. Weatherford College

    225 College Park Dr, Weatherford, TX 76086 (817) 594-5471

30. Wharton County Junior College

    911 E Boling Hwy, Wharton, TX 77488 (979) 532-4560

31. Abilene Christian University

    1600 Campus Ct, Abilene, TX 79601 (325) 674-2000

32. Hardin-Simmons University

    2200 Hickory St, Abilene, TX 79601 (325) 670-1000

33. Patty Hanks Shelton School of Nursing

    2149 Hickory St, Abilene, TX 79601 (325) 671-2399

34. Alvin Community College

    3110 Mustang Rd, Alvin, TX 77511 (281) 756-3500

35. Amarillo College

    2201 S Washington St, Amarillo, TX 79109 (806) 371-5000

36. Trinity Valley Community College

    100 Cardinal Dr, Athens, TX 75751 (903) 675-6200

37. Austin Community College

    1218 West Ave, Austin, TX 78701 (512) 223-4222

38. Austin Community College

    5930 Middle Fiskville Rd, Austin, TX 78752 (512) 826-7514

39. Lee College

    200 Lee Dr, Baytown, TX 77520 (281) 427-5611

40. Lamar Institute of Technology

    855 E Lavaca St, Beaumont, TX 77705 (409) 880-8321

41. Coastal Bend College

    3800 Charco Rd, Beeville, TX 78102 (361) 358-2838

42. Howard College

    1001 Birdwell Ln, Big Spring, TX 79720 (432) 264-5000

43. Frank Phillips College

    1301 Roosevelt St, Borger, TX 79007 (806) 457-4200

44. Blinn College

    902 College Ave, Brenham, TX 77833 (979) 830-4000

45. Texas Southmost College

    80 Fort Brown St, Brownsville, TX 78520 (956) 295-3600

46. Panola College

    1109 W Panola St, Carthage, TX 75633 (903) 693-2000

47. Clarendon College

    1122 College Dr, Clarendon, TX 79226 (806) 874-3571

48. Del Mar College

    101 Baldwin Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX 78404 (361) 698-1200

49. Navarro College

    3200 W 7th Ave, Corsicana, TX 75110 (800) 628-2776

50. Dallas College

    1601 S Lamar St, Dallas, TX 75215 (214) 378-1500

51. Mountain View College

    4849 W Illinois Ave, Dallas, TX 75211 (214) 860-8680

52. Amarillo College

    1220 E 1st St, Dumas, TX 79029 (806) 934-7220

53. El Paso Community College

    100 W Rio Grande Ave, El Paso, TX 79902 (915) 831-3722

54. Midland College

    I-10, Fort Stockton, TX (432) 336-7882

55. Tarrant County College

    1500 Houston St, Fort Worth, TX 76102 (817) 515-8223

56. North Central Texas College

    1525 W California St, Gainesville, TX 76240 (940) 668-4272

57. Galveston College

    4015 Avenue Q, Galveston, TX 77550 (409) 944-4242

58. Arlington Career Institute

    901 E Avenue K, Grand Prairie, TX 75050 (972) 647-1607

CNA Job Outlook and Salary in Texas

There is a great demand for CNAs in Texas, and the demand is expected to increase over the next eight years. Overall employment of CNAs in Texas is projected to increase by 11.6% from 2018 to 2028. Texas CNAs earn a median salary of $35,370 per year.

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

Texas Nurse Aide Registry

If you have any questions about CNA programs or certification in Texas, you can contact the Texas Health and Human Services, Regulatory Services Division, Licensing and Credentialing Section at: