CNA classes in Maine
What Maine requires to become a certified nursing assistant, how long it takes, and how to find approved programs near you.
- Required training
- At least 180 hours (+105 over federal)
- Exam
- State competency exam: written + skills
- After you pass
- Listed on Maine's nurse aide registry
- Median pay (U.S.)
- $42,260/yr · BLS, May 2025
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- Choose a Maine state-approved nurse aide training program.
- Complete at least 180 hours of classroom, lab and supervised clinical training.
- Pass Maine's competency exam (written or oral test plus a skills test).
- Get listed on the Maine nurse aide registry and start applying for jobs.
Frequently asked questions
How many hours is CNA training in Maine?
Maine requires at least 180 hours of state-approved nurse aide training, 105 hours more than the federal minimum of 75.
How long does it take to become a CNA in Maine?
With 180 required hours, most Maine students finish in about 5 to 12 weeks, depending on whether the class is full-time, part-time or hybrid.
Can I take CNA classes online in Maine?
Partly. Many Maine 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 Maine varies by city and employer.
Requirements change. Confirm current rules with Maine's nurse aide registry before you enroll.
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