CNA classes in Maricopa, AZ

4 schools within 30 miles of Maricopa, AZ offer nursing assistant (CNA) programs, and the closest is Mesa Community College in Mesa, 25 miles away. CNAs in Arizona earn a median $44,780 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
4
Closest
25 mi
Public colleges
2
Median pay in AZ
$44,780

4 nursing assistant (CNA) schools within 30 mi of Maricopa, AZ

School results

  1. Mesa Community College

    Mesa, AZ · 25 mi · Public

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Electrician
    • Carpentry
    • +14
  2. Brookline College - Tempe

    Tempe, AZ · 26 mi · Private

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Medical assistant
    • Dental assistant
    • +2
  3. GateWay Community College - Phoenix

    Phoenix, AZ · 28 mi · Public

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +18
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  5. Pima Medical Institute - East Valley

    Mesa, AZ · 29 mi · Private

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Medical assistant
    • Phlebotomy
    • +2

What CNAs earn in Arizona

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

Median pay
$44,780
$21.53 an hour
Typical range
$37,100–$57,820
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in AZ
20,320
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

What are the closest nursing assistant (CNA) schools to Maricopa?

The closest are Mesa Community College (Mesa, 25 mi), Brookline College - Tempe (Tempe, 26 mi), and GateWay Community College - Phoenix (Phoenix, 28 mi). In total, 4 schools within 30 miles teach nursing assistant (CNA).

How much do nursing assistant (CNA) programs near Maricopa cost?

For the 4 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $12,132 to $22,453. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do CNAs make near Maricopa?

Across Arizona, the median pay is $44,780 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.

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

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.