CNA classes in Puerto Rico
We found 10 schools offering nursing assistant (CNA) training in Puerto Rico, with campuses in Ponce, Vega Baja, Barranquitas, and Arecibo and more. CNAs in Puerto Rico earn a median $22,850 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 10
- Public colleges
- 0
- Median pay in PR
- $22,850
- Cities with schools
- 5
CNA classes by city
- Barranquitas (8 within 30 mi)
- Vega Baja (8 within 30 mi)
- Bayamon (7 within 30 mi)
- Gurabo (5 within 30 mi)
- Arecibo (3 within 30 mi)
What CNAs earn in Puerto Rico
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $22,850
- $10.99 an hour
- Typical range
- $21,840–$45,450
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in PR
- 430
- 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 Puerto Rico?
We list 10 schools in Puerto Rico with nursing assistant (CNA) programs: 2 private nonprofit schools and 8 private career schools. Campuses are in Ponce, Vega Baja, Barranquitas, Arecibo, and Hato Rey.
How much does nursing assistant (CNA) school cost in Puerto Rico?
Among the 10 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $5,235 to $11,972. 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 Puerto Rico?
The median pay for CNAs in Puerto Rico is $22,850 a year, and most earn between $21,840 and $45,450, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a nursing assistant (CNA) school in Puerto Rico?
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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