CNA Programs in Wisconsin

Are you looking for a career that is in high demand and offers a great starting salary in Wisconsin? If so, you should consider becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).

Requirements to Become a CNA in Wisconsin

Becoming a CNA in Wisconsin involves enrolling in a state-approved basic nurse aide training program.

After completing your training, you will need to take the state's Nurse Aide Assessment Exam. There are two parts to the assessment exam, and you will have up to four hours to complete both parts.

A passing score will add your name to Wisconsin's Nurse Aide Registry.

State-Approved CNA Programs in Wisconsin

Wisconsin is a terrific place to begin a career as a CNA, as there are many fine CNA schools. Listed below are some of the best of these schools:

1. Mid-State Technical College

   401 N Main St, Adams, WI 53910 (608) 339-3379

2. Chippewa Valley Technical College

   620 W Clairemont Ave, Eau Claire, WI 54701 (715) 833-6200

3. Moraine Park Technical College

   235 N National Ave, Fond du Lac, WI 54935 (800) 472-4554

4. Northeast Wisconsin Technical College

   2740 W Mason St, Green Bay, WI 54303 (920) 498-5444

5. Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwa Community College

   13466 W Trepania Rd, Hayward, WI 54843 (715) 634-4790

6. Blackhawk Technical College

   6004 S County Rd G, Janesville, WI 53546 (608) 758-6900

7. Western Technical College

   400 7th St N, La Crosse, WI 54601 (608) 785-9200

8. Blackwell Job Corps Center

   4155 Co Hwy H, Laona, WI 54541 (800) 733-5627

9. Madison Area Technical College

   1701 Wright St, Madison, WI 53704 (608) 246-6100

10. Mid-State Technical College

    2600 W 5th St, Marshfield, WI 54449 (715) 387-2538

11. Milwaukee Job Corps Center

    1442 N Farwell Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53202 (414) 649-9044

12. University of Wisconsin

    800 Algoma Blvd, Oshkosh, WI 54901 (920) 424-1234

13. Gateway Technical College

    1001 Main St, Racine, WI 53403 (800) 247-7122

14. Nicolet Area Technical College

    5364 College Dr, Rhinelander, WI 54501 (715) 365-4493

15. Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College

    1900 College Dr, Rice Lake, WI 54868 (715) 234-7082

16. Mid-State Technical College

    1001 Center Point Dr, Stevens Point, WI 54481 (715) 344-3063

17. Waukesha County Technical College

    327 E Broadway, Waukesha, WI 53186 (262) 695-6500

18. Northcentral Technical College

    1000 W Campus Dr, Wausau, WI 54401 (715) 675-3331

19. Mid-State Technical College

    500 32nd St N, Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54494 (715) 422-5300

CNA Job Outlook and Salary in Wisconsin

CNAs are going to be needed in Wisconsin over the next eight years. Overall employment of CNAs in Wisconsin is expected to increase by 1.6% from 2018 to 2028. CNAs in Wisconsin earn a median salary of $40,600 per year.

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

Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services has partnered with Headmaster, LLP to provide nurse aide testing and registry services.