Wisconsin CNA Certification Information
In the State of Wisconsin, CNAs are highly needed among health care facilities. The State adopts regulations implemented by the federal government in accordance to OBRA 1987. In adherence to these laws, CNAs become eligible to work in the state of Wisconsin.
State Contact Information for CNA Certification
Department of Health Services
1 West Wilson Street
Madison, WI 53703
Phone #: 608-266-1865,
TTY: 888-701-1251
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WI Nurse Aide Registry
PO Box 13785
Philadelphia, PA 19101-3785
Phone #: (877) 329-8760
Website
CNA Salary in Wisconsin
- Approximately $20,137 to $32,515
- $11.18 per hour typically (Hourly rate will increase by experience)
Wisconsin CNA Programs & Training Information
Wisconsin CNA training program must at least 120 hours of classroom and clinical training combined. Some state-approved training programs may differ in the number of hours in classroom and practical training.
Information in Wisconsin
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 a CNA wishes to work in Wisconsin they must apply for reciprocity in the state. The applicant should contact the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry to obtain a Out-of-State Application Form. Check the appropriate box for Reciprocity on Out-of-State Application. To be eligible a CNA must have successfully completed 120 hours of nurse aide training and he or she has good standing status in his/her home state. The completed form with required documents and fees (if any) must be mailed to the address indicated in the form. Please contact the state’s nurse aide registry for more information.
Renewal in Wisconsin
To renew CNA Certification in Wisconsin:
(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 Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry or visiting the State Registry’s website.
(2) The requirement for renewal is that you must have performed nursing or nursing related services for pay under the supervision of an RN or LPN in the past twenty-four (24) months.
(3) Completed form with required documents and fees must be mailed to the address indicated in the form.
(4) It will take approximately 2 weeks for processing your completed form.
To renew Expired CNA Certification in Wisconsin:
(1) Contact Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry.
(2) If registry provide form, completed form with required documents and fees must be mailed to the address indicated in the form.
Wisconsin Approved CNA Programs
Fox Valley Technical College
1825 N. Bluemound Drive
P.O. Box 2277
Appleton, WI 54912-2277
Phone #: (920) 735-5600
Toll Free #: 1-800-735-3882
CNA Information: (920) 735-5645
Email address: enrollserv.staff@fvtc.edu
Website
- Cost includes tuition, application fee ($30) and materials ($300):
- $679.55 (Resident)
- $1846.35 (Out-of-State for Summer)
- $482.10 (Additional Tuition for Out-of-State during Fall and Spring)
- Three (3) credit unit
Moraine Park Technical College
Beaver Dam
700 Gould Street
Beaver Am, WI 53916-1994
Fond du Lac
235 North National Avenue
Fond du Lac, WI 54935-2884
Phone #: 920-924-3207
TTY: 920-929-2109
Toll Free #: 1-800-472-4554
Student Services Center: (920) 924-3207
Website
- Cost (Tuition only):
- $304.20 (Resident)
- $1516.35 (Out-of-State for Summer)
- $152.10 (Additional Tuition for Out-of-State during Fall and Spring)
- Three (3) credit unit per semester
Lakeshore Technical College
1290 North Avenue
Cleveland, Wisconsin 53015
Toll Free #: 1.888.GO.TO.LTC (1.888.468.6582)
Phone #: 920.693.1000
TTY: 920.693.8956
- Cost is $373 includes tuition and books
- Three (3) credit unit per semester
- Consist 120 hours of classroom (38), laboratory (52) and clinical (30) training.
Chippewa Valley Technical College
620 W Clairemont Ave
Eau Claire, WI 54701
Phone #: (715) 833-6200
Toll-free #: 1-800-547-CVTC
Fax #: (715) 833-6470
CNA Program: 1-800-547-2882 and 715-833-6346
- Cost is $457 includes first term fee, special fee and books
- Three (3) credit unit per semester
- Consist 108 contact hours of classroom and clinical training.
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College
1800 Bronson Boulevard
Fennimore, WI 53809
Phone #: 608-822-2354
Toll Free #: 800-362-3322 Ext 2354
TDD: 608-822-2072
Website
- Cost is $425 includes course fee and books
- Consist 120 hours of classroom and clinical training for Basic Nursing Assistant.
Blackhawk Technical College
6004 S County Road G
Janesville, WI 53546-9458
Phone #: 608-758-6900
Toll Free #:800-498-1282
Admissions #: (608) 743-4463
Email address: mswan@blackhawk.edu
- Cost is $370.66
- Consist 120 hours of classroom and clinical training.
- Three (3) credit unit per semester
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