Florida CNA training directory
Find Florida certified nursing assistant (CNA) training first, then explore exam preparation and other CNA services separately. A listing here does not by itself establish state approval. Confirm the exact course, price and state status before enrolling.
Search all Florida CNA-related listings: this broader search includes training schools and service providers. The two groups are shown separately below.
Compare Florida CNA training programs
These 55 listings report an initial CNA training program. Directory evidence of training is not confirmation of Florida Board approval; verify the exact campus and course before enrolling. Search by city, evening or weekend availability, and other reported options.
Well-reviewed Florida schools to explore
These listed businesses have at least a 4.8 public rating and 500 reviews, and their records confirm CNA training. Reviews may cover the business as a whole—not its CNA course—and this is not a ranking of program quality or state approval.
Brandon
CNA Training & Testing Center
5.0 rating · 700 public reviews
Miami
FVI School of Nursing and Technology
4.9 rating · 2,427 public reviews
Orlando
Gabriel Health Institute
4.8 rating · 913 public reviews
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City counts include both training listings and other CNA services; check each listing’s program status.
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55 listings with initial CNA training reported
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Tampa, Florida
Finlay Institute of Nursing
Finlay Institute of Nursing describes Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) coursework covering personal care and daily-living assistance.
Information reviewed September 2026
Jacksonville, Florida
First Coast CNA
First Coast CNA describes Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) coursework covering taking vital signs, personal care and daily-living assistance,…
Information reviewed September 2026
Fort Myers, Florida
Fort Myers Technical College
The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) curriculum published by Fort Myers Technical College spans taking vital signs, patient-care procedures,…
Information reviewed September 2026
Miramar, Florida
FVI School of Nursing and Technology
The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) curriculum published by FVI School of Nursing and Technology spans taking vital signs,…
Information reviewed September 2026Miami, Florida
FVI School of Nursing and Technology
The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) curriculum published by FVI School of Nursing and Technology spans taking vital signs,…
Information reviewed September 2026
Orlando, Florida
Gabriel Health Institute
The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) curriculum published by Gabriel Health Institute spans taking vital signs, personal care and…
Information reviewed September 2026
Panama City, Florida
Goodwill Career Training Center and Administrative Offices
Goodwill Career Training Center and Administrative Offices confirms that it offers Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training.
Information reviewed September 2026
Tallahassee, Florida
Health Science Consulting
The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) curriculum published by Health Science Consulting spans taking vital signs, personal care and…
Information reviewed September 2026
Boynton Beach, Florida
Hearts Associates Institute
The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) curriculum published by Hearts Associates Institute spans taking vital signs, personal care and…
Information reviewed September 2026
Jacksonville, Florida
Helping Hearts Training Center.
Helping Hearts Training Center. confirms that it offers Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training. The official website also lists…
Information reviewed September 2026
Hialeah, Florida
Hialeah Henry Adult Education
At Hialeah Henry Adult Education, the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program is presented as a combination of theory,…
Information reviewed September 2026Fort Myers, Florida
Horizon Healthcare Institute
Horizon Healthcare Institute describes Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) coursework covering personal care and daily-living assistance, feeding and nutrition…
Information reviewed September 2026Port Charlotte, Florida
Horizon Healthcare Institute
Horizon Healthcare Institute describes Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) coursework covering personal care and daily-living assistance, feeding and nutrition…
Information reviewed September 2026Melbourne, Florida
Horizon Healthcare Institute
Horizon Healthcare Institute describes Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) coursework covering personal care and daily-living assistance, feeding and nutrition…
Information reviewed September 2026
Miami, Florida
Interamerican Technical Institute
Interamerican Technical Institute confirms that it offers Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training.
Information reviewed September 2026
Orlando, Florida
J & J Healthcare Institute Inc.
J & J Healthcare Institute Inc. confirms that it offers Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training.
Information reviewed September 2026
Miami, Florida
Lindsey Hopkins Technical College
Lindsey Hopkins Technical College confirms that it offers Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training.
Information reviewed September 2026
Ocala, Florida
Marion Technical College
Marion Technical College presents its Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program through a mix of learning activities described on…
Information reviewed September 2026Florida CNA exam prep and other services
These 68 listings report exam preparation, continuing education or certification-renewal support, but initial CNA training is not confirmed in our records. Most report exam prep. They may still offer training—ask the provider directly. If you need a qualifying school course, use the training results above and verify Florida approval.
68 CNA service listings; initial training unconfirmed
Selected filters show campuses with those options listed.
Plantation, Florida
DCA Academy
DCA Academy's official website lists CNA exam preparation. These CNA-related services support existing nursing assistants or examination candidates…
Information reviewed September 2026
Winter Haven, Florida
Destined By Grace Medical Training Institute
Destined By Grace Medical Training Institute's official website lists CNA exam preparation. These CNA-related services support existing nursing…
Information reviewed September 2026
Hialeah Gardens, Florida
Diverse Training Center, Corp.
Diverse Training Center, Corp.'s official website lists CNA exam preparation. These CNA-related services support existing nursing assistants or…
Information reviewed September 2026
Ormond Beach, Florida
Elite Continuing Education
Elite Continuing Education's official website lists CNA continuing education. These CNA-related services support existing nursing assistants or examination…
Information reviewed September 2026
Lantana, Florida
Elite Family Training Center
Elite Family Training Center's official website lists CNA exam preparation. These CNA-related services support existing nursing assistants or…
Information reviewed September 2026
Largo, Florida
Elite Medical Academy – Med Tech & CNA Prep
Elite Medical Academy – Med Tech & CNA Prep's official website lists CNA exam preparation. These CNA-related services…
Information reviewed September 2026
Tarpon Springs, Florida
Evolving Academy
Evolving Academy's official website lists CNA exam preparation. These CNA-related services support existing nursing assistants or examination candidates…
Information reviewed September 2026
Orlando, Florida
Excellent Source Academy
Excellent Source Academy's official website lists CNA exam preparation. These CNA-related services support existing nursing assistants or examination…
Information reviewed September 2026
Destin, Florida
Express Training Services
Express Training Services's official website lists CNA exam preparation. These CNA-related services support existing nursing assistants or examination…
Information reviewed September 2026
Tampa, Florida
First Choice Institute
First Choice Institute's official website lists CNA exam preparation. These CNA-related services support existing nursing assistants or examination…
Information reviewed September 2026
Orlando, Florida
Florida Health Care Academy
Florida Health Care Academy's official website lists CNA continuing education and CNA exam preparation. These CNA-related services support…
Information reviewed September 2026Palatka, Florida
Florida Medical Educational
Florida Medical Educational's official website lists CNA continuing education and CNA certification renewal. These CNA-related services support existing…
Information reviewed September 2026
Jacksonville, Florida
Florida Training Academy
Florida Training Academy's official website lists CNA exam preparation. These CNA-related services support existing nursing assistants or examination…
Information reviewed September 2026
Tamarac, Florida
FTC Training Center
FTC Training Center's official website lists CNA exam preparation. These CNA-related services support existing nursing assistants or examination…
Information reviewed September 2026
Gainesville, Florida
GatorCNA
GatorCPR – GatorCNA: The Center for CPR and CNA Training's official website lists CNA exam preparation. These CNA-related…
Information reviewed September 2026Ocala, Florida
GatorCPR – GatorCNA: The Center for CPR and CNA Training
GatorCPR – GatorCNA: The Center for CPR and CNA Training's official website lists CNA exam preparation. These CNA-related…
Information reviewed September 2026
Gainesville, Florida
Healing Touch Healthcare Services
Healing Touch Healthcare Services's official website lists CNA exam preparation. These CNA-related services support existing nursing assistants or…
Information reviewed September 2026Apopka, Florida
Heart 2 Heart Training Center
Heart 2 Heart Training Center's official website lists CNA exam preparation. These CNA-related services support existing nursing assistants…
Information reviewed September 2026How to become a CNA in Florida
Florida has two main examination eligibility routes: complete an approved nurse aide program, or qualify to challenge the exam with a high school diploma or equivalent, or by being at least 18. Every examination applicant also needs a Level II background screening. An approved course can help you prepare, but Florida does not require every applicant to attend one before the first exam attempt. Check the Florida Board of Nursing’s current requirements.
- Choose your route. Compare a state-approved training program, a CNA prep course, or the exam-challenge route. Verify any school on the Florida Board’s CNA program list; a directory listing alone does not establish approval or accreditation.
- Plan the full cost and timetable. Ask the campus about classroom and hands-on work, admission requirements, uniforms, test fees, and the next available start date before paying.
- Apply and complete screening. Follow the Board’s Prometric application and electronic fingerprint instructions.
- Take the required test and verify certification. The Florida CNA exam includes knowledge and manual-skills components; the Board describes a special written-test rule for recent approved-program graduates, so check which components apply to you.
How long does Florida CNA training take?
An approved Florida CNA program is a 120-hour course. At 20–40 scheduled hours per week, that is roughly 3–6 weeks of instruction; evening or part-time classes take longer, and exam scheduling, screening and certification add time. A four-week or fast-track class can be possible, but it cannot skip required course hours or the state’s certification steps. Ask for the actual classroom, practical and testing calendar—not only the advertised course length. See the Board’s training and exam FAQ.
For working adults, our Florida records currently flag evening, weekend or fast-track options at schools including First Coast CNA in Jacksonville and Health Science Consulting in Tallahassee. Confirm that their present classroom and clinical schedule fits your availability.
CNA school cost in Florida and ways to pay
What do our listings actually show?
Among 6 current Florida training listings that publish a numeric cost of at least $400, the displayed amounts run from $450 to $1,378. This small directory sample is not a statewide price range or a guarantee that books, uniforms, screening, clinical supplies and the CNA test are included. Request a written, itemized total.
Free training, payment plans and aid
Ask local nursing homes about employer-paid training or reimbursement after hire; CMS explains the nursing-home route. Funding is not automatic. Some listed schools report payment plans or aid, but terms must be confirmed directly and are not offers from this directory.
Examples to ask: First Coast CNA (payment plans)Health Science Consulting (payment plans)FVI School of Nursing and Technology, Miami (financial aid reported)
Florida CNA test, testing centers and online study
Florida’s Prometric exam normally tests both knowledge and hands-on nurse aide skills. The Board describes a 60-question, 90-minute written test and a five-skill manual evaluation; eligible recent graduates of an approved program may have a different testing requirement. Review the current Board instructions and Prometric’s Florida candidate information before scheduling a test center.
Online CNA prep can help with theory, but it does not complete Florida’s manual-skills exam or background screening. If a provider advertises a fully online “CNA license,” ask exactly how it meets Florida’s testing and practical requirements. Our online listings are a separate comparison—not proof that a course qualifies for Florida certification.
Florida CNA questions
Can I take the Florida CNA exam without going to school?
Yes, Florida allows eligible applicants to challenge the exam with a high school diploma or equivalent, or if they are at least 18. You still need the required background screening and test components. After three failed attempts, the Board requires an approved 120-hour training program before another attempt. Check the Board’s eligibility rules.
How do I know whether a Florida CNA school is approved?
Check the exact program on the Florida Board of Nursing’s current CNA program list, then ask the school to confirm its campus, course, next class and recent exam-pass results. “Accredited” in an advertisement is not a substitute for checking Florida approval.
What if I fail the Florida CNA exam?
Ask Prometric which part you failed, how to retest and what fee applies. Florida says a candidate who fails part of the exam three times must complete an approved 120-hour CNA program before trying again. Both required parts must be passed within the state’s score-validity period. See the Board’s exam FAQ.
What can disqualify me from becoming a CNA in Florida?
Florida requires Level II screening and reviews relevant criminal or disciplinary history. A record does not mean every applicant has the same outcome; the offense, timing and any available exemption matter. Check the Board’s screening and eligibility guidance before paying for training if this may affect you.
Can I transfer an out-of-state CNA certificate to Florida?
Florida has an endorsement route for applicants with active, clear out-of-state CNA certification, subject to verification and background screening. It is an application, not an automatic transfer. Check the Board’s endorsement requirements before relying on your prior certificate for work in Florida.
How much are CNAs paid in Florida?
For nursing assistants, the May 2025 Florida median was $18.03 per hour; the lower and upper wage points shown were $16.52 and $22.50. These figures include workers at different experience levels, not a promised new-graduate salary. Pay changes by city, employer and shift. See the U.S. Department of Labor’s Florida wage table.
Where in Florida can CNAs earn more?
Compare local offers rather than assuming one city is always best. The May 2025 wage data show a $19.36 hourly median in Naples–Marco Island, above Florida’s $18.03 median, but a higher local median does not guarantee a higher entry-level offer. Check metro-by-metro wage estimates and living costs.
Are nursing assistants in demand in Florida?
Florida projections estimate nursing-assistant employment rising from about 93,860 in 2024 to 104,140 in 2034, with roughly 14,660 openings a year including replacement openings. A projection is not a job guarantee; compare current employers, schedules and any school-reported placement support. See Florida employment trends.
Florida certification and training rules: Florida Board of Nursing. Nursing-home funding: CMS. Wage and employment figures: U.S. Department of Labor/Florida projections. Directory prices, ratings and schedule indicators come from reviewed school records and may change. Confirm approval, total cost and current availability before enrolling.