CNA License in Georgia

Have you always dreamed of working in the medical field? Are you limited in the amount of time that you have to devote to training and education? If you can relate to both of these questions, training for a career as a CNA in Georgia may be perfect for you!

Certification Requirements in Georgia

According to the Georgia Department of Community Health, you must attend at least 85 hours of state-approved CNA training before you can become certified as a nursing aide. This will include both lecture and practical. Within one year following your successful training, you will need to apply for a seat to take Pearson Vue's CNA certification examination. Similar to your training, the certification exam is comprised of two parts: a written section and a practical skills section.

How to Get Your CNA Certification in Georgia

If you receive an acceptable score on your CNA exam, your name will be added to Georgia's Nurse Aide Registry. To receive a certification card, navigate to the Department of Community Health website, click on "Nurse Aide/Medication Aide," and click on "Certification Card Request Form." This will take you to a form that you must complete to obtain CNA certification card.

How to Verify Your CNA Certification in Georgia

There may be times when you or an employer will need to verify your Georgia CNA certification. In such a case, simply navigate to the Georgia Department of Community Health website and click on "Nurse Aide/Medication Aide." Next, click on "Search for a Nurse Aide." This will take you to the online nursing aide verification tool.

How to Renew Your CNA Certification in Georgia

In Georgia, you must renew your CNA certification every 24 months. To renew your certification, go to the Department of Community Health website and click on "Nurse Aide/Medication Aide." Next, click on "Renewal Form." You need to complete and submit this form to renew your certification.

How to Reinstate Your CNA Certification in Georgia

If your certification lapsed under three years without work verification, you must retake and pass the examination. If lapsed over three years, you must complete another approved training program and pass the examination.

How to Transfer Your CNA Certification from Georgia to Another State

To transfer your CNA certification from Georgia to a different state, you need to contact the other state and find out about their requirements pertaining to CNA certification. If you are unsure as to what agency to contact, the National Council of State Boards of Nursing can help. Simply go to their website and click on "NNAAP and MACE Exams." Next, click on "NNAAP" and "Nurse Aide Registries."

Georgia Nurse Aide Registry

If you have additional questions, contact the Georgia Nurse Aide Registry at:

Georgia Department of Community Health

PO Box 105753, Atlanta, GA 30348
Phone: (800) 414-4358
Email:
Registry Search: https://www.mmis.georgia.gov/portal/ResourceProxy.aspx?iCProxyTo=MS1OdXJzZUFpZGVTZWFyY2guYXNweA%3D%3D

State-Approved CNA Programs in Georgia

Although there are many excellent schools that offer training for aspiring CNAs in Georgia, the following facilities are some of the best.

1. Albany Technical College

   1704 S Slappey Blvd, Albany, GA 31701 (229) 430-3500

2. Alliant Health Solutions

   1455 Lincoln Pkwy E, Dunwoody, GA 30346 (678) 527-3000

3. Archbold Medical Center

   Gordon Ave at Mimosa Dr, Thomasville, GA 31792 (229) 228-2000

4. Athens Technical College

   800 US-29, Athens, GA 30601 (706) 355-5000

5. Augusta Technical College

   3200 Augusta Tech Dr, Augusta, GA 30906 (706) 771-4000

6. Bainbridge College

   2500 E Shotwell St, Bainbridge, GA 39819 (229) 243-6000

7. Brunswick Job Corps Center

   4401 Glynco Pkwy, Brunswick, GA 31525 (912) 264-8843

8. Cambridge College of Healthcare & Technology

   5669 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd #100, Sandy Springs, GA 30342 (404) 255-4500

9. Central Georgia Technical College

   80 Cohen Walker Dr, Warner Robins, GA 31088 (478) 988-6800

10. Chattahoochee Technical College

    5198 Ross Rd, Acworth, GA 30102 (770) 528-4545

11. Chattahoochee Technical College

    980 S Cobb Dr SE, Marietta, GA 30008 (770) 528-4545

12. CNA Nursing School

    135-1 Professional Ct #4, Calhoun, GA 30701 (706) 629-2651

13. Coastal Pines Technical College

    101 W 17th St, Alma, GA 31510 (912) 632-0951

14. Coastal Pines Technical College

    1334 Golden Isles W, Baxley, GA 31513 (912) 367-1700

15. Coastal Pines Technical College

    3700 Glynco Pkwy, Brunswick, GA 31525 (912) 262-4999

16. Coastal Pines Technical College

    1777 W Cherry St, Jesup, GA 31545 (912) 427-5800

17. Coastal Pines Technical College

    1701 Carswell Ave, Waycross, GA 31503 (912) 287-6584

18. Columbus Technical College

    928 Manchester Expy, Columbus, GA 31904 (706) 649-1800

19. Faks Allied Health Education Center

    5530 Old National Hwy, Atlanta, GA 30349 (404) 763-0055

20. Georgia Highlands College

    3175 Cedartown Hwy, Rome, GA 30161 (706) 802-5000

21. Georgia Northwestern Technical College

    265 Bicentennial Trail, Rock Spring, GA 30739 (866) 983-4682

22. Georgia Piedmont Technical College

    495 N Indian Creek Dr, Clarkston, GA 30021 (404) 297-9522

23. Georgia Piedmont Technical College

    16200 Alcovy Rd, Covington, GA 30014 (404) 297-9522

24. Giving Care Education Center

    604 Industrial Ct, Woodstock, GA 30189 (678) 831-0830

25. Golden Age Healthcare Training SW LLC

    115 Commerce Dr Suite A, Fayetteville, GA 30214 (404) 663-6455

26. Hamilton Mill Medical Services, Inc.

    4201 Lantern Hill Dr, Dacula, GA 30019 (678) 826-7060

27. J & SP Training Institute

    8451 Earl D Lee Blvd, Douglasville, GA 30134 (678) 401-8053

28. Kennesaw - KSU Center

    3333 Busbee Dr NW #3301, Kennesaw, GA 30144 (470) 578-6765

29. Lanier Technical College

    2535 Lanier Tech Dr, Gainesville, GA 30507 (770) 533-7000

30. Murray Career Institute

    233 Mitchell St SW #550, Atlanta, GA 30303 (404) 228-1568

31. North Georgia Nursing Academy

    3616 Southland Dr, Flowery Branch, GA 30542 (770) 534-1373

32. North Georgia Technical College

    1500 GA-197, Clarkesville, GA 30523 (706) 754-7700

33. Ogeechee Technical College

    1 Joe Kennedy Blvd, Statesboro, GA 30458 (912) 681-5500

34. Sanzie Healthcare Services, Inc.

    115 Bradford Square, Fayetteville, GA 30215 (770) 716-2233

35. Savannah Technical College

    100 Technology Dr, Hinesville, GA 31313 (912) 408-3024

36. Savannah Technical College

    2890 GA-21, Rincon, GA 31326 (912) 443-4100

37. Savannah Technical College

    5717 White Bluff Rd, Savannah, GA 31405 (912) 443-5700

38. South Georgia Technical College

    402 N Midway Rd, Cordele, GA 31015 (229) 271-4040

39. Southeastern Technical College

    346 Kight Rd, Swainsboro, GA 30401 (478) 289-2200

40. Southeastern Technical College

    3001 E 1st St, Vidalia, GA 30474 (912) 538-3100

41. Southern Crescent Technical College

    501 Varsity Rd, Griffin, GA 30223 (770) 228-7348

42. Southern Regional Technical College

    15689 US-19, Thomasville, GA 31792 (888) 205-3449

43. Tender Care Training Center

    1755 Gordon Hwy Suite E, Augusta, GA 30904 (706) 736-9225

44. Turner Job Corps Center

    2000 Turner Job Corps Rd, Albany, GA 31705 (229) 883-8500

45. University of West Georgia

    1601 Maple St, Carrollton, GA 30118 (678) 839-5000

46. West Georgia Technical College

    997 Newnan Rd, Carrollton, GA 30116 (770) 836-6800

47. West Georgia Technical College

    4600 Timber Ridge Dr, Douglasville, GA 30135 (770) 947-7300

48. West Georgia Technical College

    1302 Orchard Hill Rd, LaGrange, GA 30240 (706) 845-4323

49. West Georgia Technical College

    176 Murphy Campus Blvd, Waco, GA 30182 (770) 537-6000

50. Westside Works

    261 Joseph E Lowery Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30314 (404) 458-6413

51. Wiregrass Georgia Technical College

    4089 Val Tech Rd, Valdosta, GA 31602 (229) 333-2100

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