CNA classes in Tennessee
What Tennessee requires to become a certified nursing assistant, how long it takes, and how to find approved programs near you.
- Required training
- At least 75 hours
- Exam
- State competency exam: written + skills
- After you pass
- Listed on Tennessee's nurse aide registry
- Median pay (U.S.)
- $42,260/yr · BLS, May 2025
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- Choose a Tennessee state-approved nurse aide training program.
- Complete at least 75 hours of classroom, lab and supervised clinical training.
- Pass Tennessee's competency exam (written or oral test plus a skills test).
- Get listed on the Tennessee nurse aide registry and start applying for jobs.
Frequently asked questions
How many hours is CNA training in Tennessee?
Tennessee requires at least 75 hours of state-approved nurse aide training, the federal minimum.
How long does it take to become a CNA in Tennessee?
With 75 required hours, most Tennessee students finish in about 2 to 5 weeks, depending on whether the class is full-time, part-time or hybrid.
Can I take CNA classes online in Tennessee?
Partly. Many Tennessee 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 Tennessee varies by city and employer.
Requirements change. Confirm current rules with Tennessee's nurse aide registry before you enroll.
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