CNA classes in Louisiana

Looking for nursing assistant (CNA) schools in Louisiana? There are 16, including 11 public colleges and 5 private career schools. CNAs in Louisiana earn a median $30,510 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
16
Public colleges
11
Median pay in LA
$30,510
Cities with schools
3

16 nursing assistant (CNA) schools

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  1. Bossier Parish Community College

    Bossier City, LA · Public

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +20

  2. Central Louisiana Technical Community College - Alexandria

    Alexandria, LA · Public

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +7

  3. Compass Career College

    Hammond, LA · Private

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +2

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  5. Delgado Community College

    New Orleans, LA · Public

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +29

  6. Fletcher Technical Community College

    Schriever, LA · Public

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

  7. Healthcare Training Institute

    Kenner, LA · Private

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +1

  8. Infinity College

    Lafayette, LA · Private

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

  9. Louisiana Delta Community College

    Monroe, LA · Public

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

  10. Northshore Technical Community College - Sullivan

    Lacombe, LA · Public

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

  11. Northwest Louisiana Technical Community College

    Minden, LA · Public

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Electrician
    • HVAC technician
    • +9

  12. Nunez Community College

    Chalmette, LA · Public

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

  13. Petra College

    Hammond, LA · Private

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Medical assistant
    • Phlebotomy

  14. River Parishes Community College

    Gonzales, LA · Public

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • HVAC technician
    • Welding
    • +5

  15. South Louisiana Community College

    Lafayette, LA · Public

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

  16. Sowela Technical Community College

    Lake Charles, LA · Public

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Electrician
    • Plumbing
    • +12

  17. Williams Technical College

    Houma, LA · Private

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Medical assistant
    • Phlebotomy
    • +1

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What CNAs earn in Louisiana

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

CNA salary in LouisianaHow to become a CNA

Median pay
$30,510
$14.67 an hour
Typical range
$27,980–$37,390
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in LA
20,690
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 Louisiana?

We list 16 schools in Louisiana with nursing assistant (CNA) programs: 11 public colleges and 5 private career schools. Campuses are in Hammond, Lafayette, Alexandria, New Orleans, and Gonzales.

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

Yes. 11 public colleges in Louisiana 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 Louisiana?

Among the 14 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $230 to $24,811. 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 Louisiana?

The median pay for CNAs in Louisiana is $30,510 a year, and most earn between $27,980 and $37,390, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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

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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