CNA classes in Scottsdale, AZ

8 schools within 30 miles of Scottsdale, AZ offer nursing assistant (CNA) programs, and one is in Scottsdale itself. CNAs in Arizona earn a median $44,780 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
8
Closest
9 mi
Public colleges
5
Median pay in AZ
$44,780

8 nursing assistant (CNA) schools within 30 mi of Scottsdale, AZ

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  1. Paradise Valley Community College

    Phoenix, AZ · 8.8 mi · Public

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • EMT & paramedic
    • +3
  2. Scottsdale Community College

    Scottsdale, AZ · 12 mi · Public

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • Culinary arts
    • +4
  3. Brookline College-Phoenix

    Phoenix, AZ · 17 mi · Private

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Medical assistant
    • Phlebotomy
    • +4
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  5. GateWay Community College - Phoenix

    Phoenix, AZ · 18 mi · Public

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +18
  6. Brookline College - Tempe

    Tempe, AZ · 19 mi · Private

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Medical assistant
    • Dental assistant
    • +2
  7. Mesa Community College

    Mesa, AZ · 20 mi · Public

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Electrician
    • Carpentry
    • +14
  8. Glendale Community College

    Glendale, AZ · 21 mi · Public

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Automotive technician
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +6
  9. Pima Medical Institute - East Valley

    Mesa, AZ · 23 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 Scottsdale?

The closest are Paradise Valley Community College (Phoenix, 9 mi), Scottsdale Community College (Scottsdale, 12 mi), and Brookline College-Phoenix (Phoenix, 17 mi). In total, 8 schools within 30 miles teach nursing assistant (CNA).

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

For the 8 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $11,650 to $30,072. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do CNAs make near Scottsdale?

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 Scottsdale?

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.