CNA classes in Alabama

Looking for nursing assistant (CNA) schools in Alabama? There are 7, including 7 public colleges. CNAs in Alabama earn a median $34,140 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
7
Public colleges
7
Median pay in AL
$34,140

7 nursing assistant (CNA) schools

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  1. Gadsden State Community College

    Gadsden, AL · Public

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • HVAC technician
    • Carpentry
    • +18

  2. George C Wallace State Community College-Hanceville

    Hanceville, AL · Public

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +22

  3. George C Wallace State Community College-Selma

    Selma, AL · Public

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Electrician
    • Welding
    • +5

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  5. J. F. Drake State Community and Technical College

    Huntsville, AL · Public

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +8

  6. Shelton State Community College

    Tuscaloosa, AL · Public

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +13

  7. Snead State Community College

    Boaz, AL · Public

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Welding
    • Industrial maintenance & mechatronics
    • +1

  8. Southern Union State Community College

    Wadley, AL · Public

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +13

What CNAs earn in Alabama

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

CNA salary in AlabamaHow to become a CNA

Median pay
$34,140
$16.41 an hour
Typical range
$28,330–$38,680
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in AL
25,250
Job growth, 2025–35
+2.6%
196,200 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

How many nursing assistant (CNA) schools are in Alabama?

We list 7 schools in Alabama with nursing assistant (CNA) programs: 7 public colleges. Campuses are in Hanceville, Selma, Wadley, Gadsden, and Huntsville.

Are there community college nursing assistant (CNA) programs in Alabama?

Yes. 7 public colleges in Alabama offer nursing assistant (CNA). Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.

How much does nursing assistant (CNA) school cost in Alabama?

Among the 7 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $3,249 to $14,557. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.

How much do CNAs make in Alabama?

The median pay for CNAs in Alabama is $34,140 a year, and most earn between $28,330 and $38,680, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

How do I choose a nursing assistant (CNA) school in Alabama?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.

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