CNA Classes & Programs in Rensselaer, New York

To work as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in Rensselaer, you must meet the statewide CNA requirements set by New York. These include completing a New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH)–approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program (NATCEP), passing the New York Nurse Aide Competency Examination administered by Prometric, and being listed on the New York Nurse Aide Registry.

• At least 100 total hours of training (70 classroom and skills lab hours, 30 supervised clinical hours in a licensed nursing home)
• Completion of 16 hours of required instruction before any direct resident contact
• Background screening per New York requirements
• Sequential testing structure: Must first pass the skills evaluation (five randomly selected skills, 31-40 minutes), then pass the knowledge test (60 multiple-choice questions, 90 minutes, 70% minimum score)
• Up to three attempts to pass skills, then three attempts to pass knowledge after passing skills; all testing within two years of completing training
• Placement on the New York Nurse Aide Registry maintained by NYSDOH

Once certified, you can work in nursing homes, hospitals, home health agencies, and other licensed healthcare settings throughout Rensselaer and across New York. CNAs must complete at least 8 hours of paid nursing work within 24 months and pay a $40 renewal fee to maintain active certification.

Already certified in another state? New York offers registry-based reciprocity for out-of-state CNAs who hold active certification in good standing and meet federal OBRA training standards. Additional documentation may be required. Learn more in our CNA License Reciprocity in New York guide.

For complete details on training programs, testing procedures, renewal requirements, and maintaining active registry status, see our comprehensive CNA License & Registration in New York guide.