CNA classes in Alaska
What Alaska requires to become a certified nursing assistant, how long it takes, and how to find approved programs near you.
- Required training
- At least 140 hours (+65 over federal)
- Exam
- State competency exam: written + skills
- After you pass
- Listed on Alaska's nurse aide registry
- Median pay (U.S.)
- $42,260/yr · BLS, May 2025
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- Choose a Alaska state-approved nurse aide training program.
- Complete at least 140 hours of classroom, lab and supervised clinical training.
- Pass Alaska's competency exam (written or oral test plus a skills test).
- Get listed on the Alaska nurse aide registry and start applying for jobs.
Frequently asked questions
How many hours is CNA training in Alaska?
Alaska requires at least 140 hours of state-approved nurse aide training, 65 hours more than the federal minimum of 75.
How long does it take to become a CNA in Alaska?
With 140 required hours, most Alaska students finish in about 4 to 9 weeks, depending on whether the class is full-time, part-time or hybrid.
Can I take CNA classes online in Alaska?
Partly. Many Alaska programs put the classroom portion online, but lab and clinical hours must be done in person.
How much do CNAs make?
The national median pay for nursing assistants was $42,260 a year in May 2025, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay in Alaska varies by city and employer.
Requirements change. Confirm current rules with Alaska's nurse aide registry before you enroll.
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