CNA Classes & Programs in Maine
Certified nursing assistant (CNA) positions, also known as nursing aides or nursing assistants, are a popular entry-level job in the nursing field. Day-to-day tasks for CNAs include helping patients with daily activities like eating and bathing, cleaning patient rooms, taking vital signs and answering call lights. Many CNAs learn about the nursing profession from this role and go on to become licensed practical nurses (LPNs) and registered nurses (RNs) themselves. In Maine, CNAs earn an average annual salary of $27,250 according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Choosing the Best CNA Programs in Maine
In order to become a CNA, aspiring nursing assistants need to complete a state-approved training program and pass their state's certification exam. CNA training programs are relatively quick to complete and lower cost than LPN or RN programs. Offered at many community colleges and technical schools as well as some medical facilities, CNA training programs are available across the state of Maine, including in Portland Bangor and Augusta. For more information about admissions requirements for CNA programs in Maine, visit our CNA Training Programs Admissions page.
- Program Length: CNA training programs take anywhere from 4 to 12 weeks to complete. In Maine, CNA training programs must include a minimum of 180 hours of training including 90 hours of classroom theory, 20 hours of clinical laboratory work and 70 hours of supervised clinical practice.
- Program Cost: CNA training programs vary in cost from school to school. As one example of program costs, the CNA training program at Maine College of Health Professions in Lewiston cost an estimated $965, which does not include books and uniforms. Some medical facilities offer free CNA training in exchange for working for the facility for a set period of time, which can be a cost-effective way to complete your CNA training.
- Board Approved Programs: CNA training programs and certification in Maine are regulated by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services. Because every state has its own requirements for CNA certifications, it is important to choose a training program that meets your state's standards. To learn more, check out the CNA certification requirements in Maine.
- Online/In-Person Options: Some schools may offer the classroom theory portion of their curriculum in an online or hybrid format which enables students to complete coursework and view lectures online and from home. This convenience may be particularly appealing to students who have other work or personal obligations that make attending classes on campus difficult.
2022 List of CNA Classes in Maine
To get a feel for the CNA curriculum in Maine, see our list of classes and courses available in the state:
Auburn, ME
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Auburn Adult Education CNA Programs | 77 Harris St Auburn, ME 04210 (207) 333-6661 |
Augusta, ME
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Augusta Adult-Community Ed CNA Programs
| 33 Union Street, Suite 2 Augusta, ME 04330 (207) 626-2470 |
Bangor, ME
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Eastern Maine Community College CNA Programs | 354 Hogan Rd Bangor, ME 04401 (207) 974-4600 |
Penobscot Job Corps Center CNA Programs
| 1375 Union St Bangor, ME 04401 (207) 990-3000 |
United Technologies Center-Region 4 CNA Programs | 200 Hogan Rd Bangor, ME 04401 (207) 942-5296 |
UTC-Bangor CNA Programs
| 200 Hogan Rd Bangor, ME 04401 079425296 |
Belfast, ME
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Waldo County Technical Center CNA Programs
| 1022 Waterville Rd Belfast, ME 04915 (207) 342-5231 |
Biddeford, ME
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Biddeford Adult Education CNA Programs
| 18 Maplewood Avenue Biddeford, ME 04005 (207) 282-3883 |
Boothbay Hrbr, ME
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Boothbay Region ACE CNA Programs | 236 Townsend Ave Boothbay Hrbr, ME 04538 (207) 633-3224 |
Calais, ME
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WCCC CNA Programs
| One College Drive Calais, ME 04619 (207) 454-1012 |
Casco, ME
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Lake Region & Fryeburg Area Adult Education at Crooked River CNA Programs
| 1437 Poland Spring Rd Casco, ME 04015 (207) 627-4291 |
Damariscotta, ME
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Central Lincoln County Adult Ed CNA Programs | 767 Main St 1-A Damariscotta, ME 04543 (207) 563-2811 |
Dexter, ME
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Tri County A.E. CNA Programs
| 14 Abbott Hill Road Dexter, ME 04930 (207) 924-7670 |
Dover-Foxcroft, ME
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Piscataquis Valley Adult Education CNA Programs
| 50 Mayo St Dover-Foxcroft, ME 04426 (207) 564-6525 |
Ellsworth, ME
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Ellsworth Adult Education CNA Programs
| 248 State St #1 Ellsworth, ME 04605 (207) 664-7110 |
Hancock County Technical Center CNA Programs
| 112 Boggy Brook Rd Ellsworth, ME 04605 (207) 667-9729 |
Farmington, ME
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Franklin County Adult Education CNA Programs
| 129 Seamon Road, Suite A Farmington, ME 04938 (207) 778-3460 |
Gardiner, ME
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MSAD #11 Adult Education CNA Programs
| 40 West Hill Road Gardiner, ME 04345 (207) 582-3774 |
Gray, ME
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Gray-New Gloucester Adult & Community Education CNA Programs
| 10 Libby Hill Rd Gray, ME 04039 (207) 657-9612 |
Lewiston, ME
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Maine College of Health Professions CNA Programs | 70 Middle St Lewiston, ME 04240 (207) 795-2840 |
Limestone, ME
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Loring Job Corps Center CNA Programs
| 36 Montana Rd Limestone, ME 04750 (207) 328-4710 |
Lincoln, ME
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Northern Penobscot Tech Region III CNA Programs | 35 W Broadway Lincoln, ME 04457 (207) 794-3004 |
Northern Penobscot Tech Region III CNA Programs | 35 W Broadway Lincoln, ME 04457 (207) 794-3004 |
Livermore Falls, ME
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Spruce Mountain Adult Education (RSU 73) CNA Programs
| 9 Cedar St Livermore Falls, ME 04254 (207) 897-6406 |
Mexico, ME
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School of Applied Tech-Region 9 CNA Programs | 377 River Rd Mexico, ME 04257 (207) 364-3764 |
Portland, ME
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Maine Medical Center CNA Programs | 22 Bramhall St Portland, ME 04102 (207) 662-0111 |
Portland Adult Education CNA Programs | 14 Locust St Portland, ME 04101 (207) 874-8155 |
The Cedars CNA Programs
| 630 Ocean Ave Portland, ME 04103 (207) 221-7000 |
University of Southern Maine CNA Programs | 96 Falmouth St Portland, ME 04103 (800) 800-4876 |
Rockland, ME
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Mid-Coast School of Technology CNA Programs
| 1 Main St Rockland, ME 04841 (207) 594-2161 |
Scarborough, ME
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Holbrook At Piper Shores CNA Programs | 15 Piper Rd Scarborough, ME 04074 (207) 883-8700 |
Scarborough Learning Center CNA Programs
| 272 US-1 Scarborough, ME 04074 (207) 883-4356 |
South Paris, ME
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Oxford Hills Adult Education CNA Programs | 256 Main St South Paris, ME 04281 (207) 743-8842 |
Topsham, ME
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Merrymeeting Adult Education CNA Programs
| 35 Republic Ave Topsham, ME 04086 (207) 729-7323 |
Turner, ME
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MSAD 52 Adult & Community Education CNA Programs
| 486 Turner Center Rd Turner, ME 04282 (207) 225-1010 |
Waterville, ME
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Helping Hands CNA Programs | 32 College Ave Suite 104 Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 872-9075 |
York, ME
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York Adult Education CNA Programs
| 30 Organug Rd York, ME 03909 (207) 363-7922 |
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