CNA classes in Rhode Island
What Rhode Island requires to become a certified nursing assistant, how long it takes, and how to find approved programs near you.
- Required training
- At least 120 hours (+45 over federal)
- Exam
- State competency exam: written + skills
- After you pass
- Listed on Rhode Island's nurse aide registry
- Median pay (U.S.)
- $42,260/yr · BLS, May 2025
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- Choose a Rhode Island state-approved nurse aide training program.
- Complete at least 120 hours of classroom, lab and supervised clinical training.
- Pass Rhode Island's competency exam (written or oral test plus a skills test).
- Get listed on the Rhode Island nurse aide registry and start applying for jobs.
Frequently asked questions
How many hours is CNA training in Rhode Island?
Rhode Island requires at least 120 hours of state-approved nurse aide training, 45 hours more than the federal minimum of 75.
How long does it take to become a CNA in Rhode Island?
With 120 required hours, most Rhode Island students finish in about 3 to 8 weeks, depending on whether the class is full-time, part-time or hybrid.
Can I take CNA classes online in Rhode Island?
Partly. Many Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island varies by city and employer.
Requirements change. Confirm current rules with Rhode Island's nurse aide registry before you enroll.
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