Maine CNA Certification Information
The Maine Registry of Certified Nursing Assistant is operated in accordance with the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1987 to: (1) provide CNA information, (2) determine eligibility of applicants for placement on the Registry, (3) post trainings to become CNA and (4) provide work opportunity among the people in the State.
State Contact Information for CNA Certification
Maine Registry of Certified Nursing Assistants
State House Station #11
41 Anthony Avenue
Augusta, Maine 04333
Toll free #: 1-800-791-4080
Phone #: (207)624-7300
Fax #: 207-287-9325
TDD #: 1-800-606-0215
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CNA Salary in Maine
- Between $20,800 to $27,040
- $11.04 – $14 per hour typically (Hourly rate will increase by experience)
Maine CNA Programs & Training Information
A CNA training program in Maine must have at least 150 to 180 hours both classroom and clinical training combined effective January 1, 2010. Some state-approved training programs may differ when it comes to number of hours in classroom and practical training.
Information in Maine
It is important to know that state regulations change often. This site is updated frequently, however, please double check all information with your states official government agency. Links and contact information are provided for your convenience.
If an approved CNA from an outside state wishes to work in Maine they must first apply for reciprocity. The applicant must contact the Maine Nursing Assistant Registry to obtain a transfer/reciprocity form. An applicant must be in good standing. Contact the Registry to check on the status of your request.
Renewal in Maine
To renew CNA Certification in Maine:
(1) A pre-printed recertification form will be mailed out to the CNA 2-3 months prior to your expiration date. If you still do not receive any notice, you may obtain renewal form by contacting Maine Nursing Assistant Registry.
(2) Requirement for renewal is that you must have worked in nursing or nursing-related duties for at least 8 hours during every 24 month period.
(3) Completed form with required documents and fees must be mailed to the address indicated in the form.
To renew Expired CNA Certification in Maine:
(1) Contact Maine Nursing Assistant Registry.
(2) If the registry provide form, complete the form with required documents and fees. Mail the form to the address indicated in the form.
Maine Approved CNA Programs
Helping Hands Trade School
571 Sabattus St., Suite 2
Lewiston, Maine, 04240
Phone #: (207) 777-5294, (207) 873-0011 & (207) 872-9075
State-Wide: 1 (800) 777-8976
Email address: helpinghands@gwi.net
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- Cost is $900
- Consist 180 hours of classroom and clinical training
York County Community College
112 College Drive
Wells, ME 04090-5341
Phone #: (207) 646-9282
Toll Free #: 1-800-580-3820
Fax #: (207) 641-0837
Email address: mdumont@yccc.edu
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- Cost is $1135 includes registration and books
- Consist 180 hours of classroom(90), laboratory(20) and clinical(70) training
Augusta Adult & Community Education
33A Union Street
Augusta, Maine 04330
Phone #: 207-626-2470
Fax #: 207-626-2529
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- Cost is $900
- Consist 200 hours of classroom and clinical training
Biddeford Adult Education
18 Maplewood Ave.
Biddeford, ME 04005
Phone #: 207-282-3883
Fax #: 207-286-9581
Email address: adulted@biddschools.org
Website
- Cost is $885
- Consist 165 hours of classroom(85), laboratory(20) and clinical(60) training
Caribou Adult Education
75 Bennett Drive, Suite 2
Caribou, Maine 04736
Phone #: (207) 493-4272
Fax #: (207) 493-4277
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- Cost is $600 include textbook
- Consist 200 hours of classroom and clinical training
United Technologies Center
200 Hogan Rd.
Bangor, ME 04401
Phone #: (207) 947-6474
Fax #: (207) 942-0776
Website
- Cost is $850
- Consist 180 hours of classroom(90), laboratory(20) and clinical(70) training
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