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CNA Classes in Durham, NC

14 nurse aide training programs in the Durham metro area are approved by the state (NC DHHS Division of Health Service Regulation, list dated October 2026), in 7 cities.

Updated October 2026 · Data: NC DHHS Division of Health Service Regulation (October 2026), IPEDS 2023–24, BLS May 2025

State-approved programs
147 cities
Training required
75+ hrfederal minimum 75
Durham median pay
$40,560metro

14 state-approved CNA programs in the Durham area

Source: NC DHHS Division of Health Service Regulation, Nurse Aide I Registry: State Approved Nurse Aide I Training Programs, list dated October 2026. Programs are sorted by city. Call to confirm the next start date, schedule and total cost.

CNA Classes in Durham: FAQ

How many state-approved CNA programs are in the Durham area?

14 nurse aide training programs in the Durham-Chapel Hill, NC metro area are on the official North Carolina list (NC DHHS Division of Health Service Regulation, October 2026), across 7 cities.

How much do nursing assistants make in Durham?

Certified Nursing Assistants in the Durham-Chapel Hill, NC metro earn a median $40,560 a year ($19.50/hour), per BLS May 2025 data. That compares with $38,460 statewide and $42,260 nationally.

How long does CNA training take?

Federal rules require at least 75 hours of training, including at least 16 hours of supervised practical training. Many states require more.

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