CNA classes in Colorado
We found 20 schools offering nursing assistant (CNA) training in Colorado, with campuses in Denver, Grand Junction, Greeley, and Rangely and more. CNAs in Colorado earn a median $47,380 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 20
- Public colleges
- 18
- Median pay in CO
- $47,380
- Cities with schools
- 4
20 nursing assistant (CNA) schools
School results
Arapahoe Community College
Littleton, CO · Public
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Automotive technician
- Medical assistant
- +12
Colorado Mesa University
Grand Junction, CO · Public
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +20
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Colorado Mountain College
Glenwood Springs, CO · Public
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Welding
- Automotive technician
- +8
Colorado Northwestern Community College
Rangely, CO · Public
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Automotive technician
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +6
Community College of Aurora
Aurora, CO · Public
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- Phlebotomy
- +6
Emily Griffith Technical College
Denver, CO · Public
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- HVAC technician
- Carpentry
- +14
Front Range Community College
Westminster, CO · Public
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +18
IntelliTec College - Grand Junction
Grand Junction, CO · Private
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +7
Morgan Community College
Fort Morgan, CO · Public
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Welding
- Automotive technician
- +10
Northeastern Junior College
Sterling, CO · Public
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Welding
- Automotive technician
- +7
Pikes Peak State College
Colorado Springs, CO · Public
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +23
Pima Medical Institute - Denver
Denver, CO · Private
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Medical assistant
- Pharmacy technician
- +7
Red Rocks Community College
Lakewood, CO · Public
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +20
Technical College of the Rockies
Delta, CO · Public
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Carpentry
- Automotive technician
- +10
CNA classes by city
- Denver (7 within 30 mi)
- Arvada (7 within 30 mi)
- Longmont (5 within 30 mi)
- Castle Rock (5 within 30 mi)
What CNAs earn in Colorado
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $47,380
- $22.78 an hour
- Typical range
- $38,690–$56,070
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in CO
- 22,240
- 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 Colorado?
We list 20 schools in Colorado with nursing assistant (CNA) programs: 18 public colleges and 2 private career schools. Campuses are in Denver, Grand Junction, Greeley, Rangely, and Trinidad.
Are there community college nursing assistant (CNA) programs in Colorado?
Yes. 18 public colleges in Colorado 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 Colorado?
Among the 20 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $3,796 to $22,034. 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 Colorado?
The median pay for CNAs in Colorado is $47,380 a year, and most earn between $38,690 and $56,070, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a nursing assistant (CNA) school in Colorado?
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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