CNA classes in Fort Lauderdale, FL

12 schools within 30 miles of Fort Lauderdale, FL offer nursing assistant (CNA) programs, and the closest is Atlantic Technical College in Coconut Creek, 8 miles away. CNAs in Florida earn a median $37,510 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
12
Closest
8 mi
Public colleges
3
Median pay in FL
$37,510

12 nursing assistant (CNA) schools within 30 mi of Fort Lauderdale, FL

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  1. Atlantic Technical College

    Coconut Creek, FL · 7.6 mi · Public

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +14

  2. Sheridan Technical College

    Hollywood, FL · 8.2 mi · Public

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +17

  3. Jose Maria Vargas University

    Pembroke Pines, FL · 12 mi · Private

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Medical assistant

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  5. ICR Florida Education

    North Miami Beach, FL · 15 mi · Private

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Medical assistant
    • Esthetician

  6. Cambridge College of Healthcare & Technology

    Delray Beach, FL · 21 mi · Private

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Phlebotomy
    • Medical billing & coding
    • +3

  7. D A Dorsey Technical College

    Miami, FL · 21 mi · Public

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Medical assistant
    • Medical billing & coding

  8. Global Medical & Technical Training Institute

    Miami, FL · 25 mi · Private

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Medical assistant
    • Pharmacy technician

  9. South Florida Institute of Technology

    Miami, FL · 26 mi · Private

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • HVAC technician
    • Plumbing
    • +3

  10. Florida International Training Institute

    Miami, FL · 26 mi · Private

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +2

  11. New Professions Technical Institute

    Miami, FL · 27 mi · Private

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Medical assistant
    • Medical billing & coding

  12. FVI School of Nursing and Technology

    Miami, FL · 28 mi · Private

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Medical assistant
    • Pharmacy technician

  13. InterAmerican Technical Institute

    Miami, FL · 29 mi · Private

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • HVAC technician

What CNAs earn in Florida

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

CNA salary in FloridaHow to become a CNA

Median pay
$37,510
$18.03 an hour
Typical range
$34,350–$46,790
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in FL
96,960
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 Fort Lauderdale?

The closest are Atlantic Technical College (Coconut Creek, 8 mi), Sheridan Technical College (Hollywood, 8 mi), and Jose Maria Vargas University (Pembroke Pines, 12 mi). In total, 12 schools within 30 miles teach nursing assistant (CNA).

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

For the 10 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $2,065 to $50,756. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do CNAs make near Fort Lauderdale?

Across Florida, the median pay is $37,510 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 Fort Lauderdale?

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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