CNA classes in Virginia

Looking for nursing assistant (CNA) schools in Virginia? There are 3, including 3 private career schools. CNAs in Virginia earn a median $43,200 a year, according to the BLS.

Schools
3
Public colleges
0
Median pay in VA
$43,200

3 nursing assistant (CNA) schools

School results

  1. Centura College - Richmond Main

    Richmond, VA · Private

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

  2. Chester Career College

    Chester, VA · Private

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Phlebotomy
    • Pharmacy technician
    • +2

  3. Medical Solutions Academy

    Danville, VA · Private

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)

What CNAs earn in Virginia

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

CNA salary in VirginiaHow to become a CNA

Median pay
$43,200
$20.77 an hour
Typical range
$31,560–$50,980
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in VA
40,580
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 Virginia?

We list 3 schools in Virginia with nursing assistant (CNA) programs: 3 private career schools. Campuses are in Richmond, Chester, and Danville.

How much does nursing assistant (CNA) school cost in Virginia?

Among the 2 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $18,093 to $24,259. 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 Virginia?

The median pay for CNAs in Virginia is $43,200 a year, and most earn between $31,560 and $50,980, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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

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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