Program Details

Initial Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA-1)

Formerly known as CNA/GNA. Students are responsible for additional expenses including physical exam, live scan fingerprinting/background check, State Board exam, and licenses.

  • Format: Training format options available
  • Duration: Just over 4 weeks
  • Tuition: $1,350

Learning Outcomes

  • Preparedness for CNA training milestones in Maryland
  • Hands-on skill development and clinical readiness support
  • Guidance for next-step registration and credential resources

Program Overview

This program is designed to help students become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in Maryland.

CNA Pricing Options

You can choose between the standard CNA option and the CNA Career-Ready Package. Both include the same core CNA instruction.

Both options include the same core CNA instruction. The Career-Ready Package adds the training, preparation, supplies and career-support services specifically listed above.

Third-party expenses, including physical examinations, uniforms, textbooks, fingerprinting/background checks, State Board examination fees and licensing fees, are not included.

Learning Options

Online-Supported CNA Enrollment

  • Students have up to 4 weeks to complete the online course.
  • Payment plan available.
  • Course is completed at the student's own pace.
  • No specific login times required.
  • In-person skills and clinicals are available by appointment.

In-Person CNA

  • Full payment required.
  • 2-week course.
  • Monday through Thursday, 10:00 AM-2:00 PM.
  • Students must wear a uniform top and bottom of any color with closed-toe shoes.
  • Day program schedule: Monday and Thursday, 9:00 AM-2:30 PM.
  • Clinical days: TBA, 7:00 AM-3:30 PM.

Required Textbooks and Resources

  • Hartman's Nursing Assistant Care: The Basics, 6th Edition
  • Workbook for Hartman's Nursing Assistant Care: The Basics, 6th Edition
  • Nursing uniform
  • Non-slip athletic or nursing shoes

Resource Links

Upcoming Cohorts

  • Contact us for upcoming dates - Burtonsville, Maryland (Training format options available)