Tennessee CNA Certification Information
Job opportunities as a CNA in Tennessee are growing rapidly. Most CNAs who have worked within the State maintain good employment record and status. The State adopts the regulations of Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1987 (OBRA 1987) for the protection of the both parties: CNAs and the residents in long term care facilities.
State Contact Information for CNA Certification
Tennessee Board of Nursing
Tennessee Nurse Aide Registry
227 French Landing, Suite 300
Nashville, TN 37243
Phone #: (615) 532-3202 local, (615) 741-7670 or (615) 532-5171 (NA Office)
Toll free #: 1-800-778-4123 or 1-800-778-4504 (nationwide)
Fax #: (615) 248-3601
Email address: tn.health@tn.gov
Website
CNA Salary in Tennessee
- Approximately $18,720 to $24,960
- $9.73 per hour typically (Hourly rate will increase by experience)
Tennessee CNA Programs & Training Information
Tennessee CNA training program must have at least 75 hours or more both classroom and clinical training. Some state – approved training programs may differ when it comes to number of hours in classroom and practical training.
Information in Tennessee
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 moves to Tennessee from their home state, applicant must contact the TN Nurse Aide Registry to obtain Verification of Out-Of-State Nurse Aide Registration Application. Individual must have an active certification with no abuse or other derogatory information listed. Completed form with required documents such as a copy of the individual’s social security card and identification, i.e., driver’s license, passport, or other photo ID, etc. must be mailed to the address indicated in the form.
NOTE: Tennessee does not require a processing fee, however, the registry in the state where you are currently listed may require a processing fee.
Renewal in Tennessee
To renew CNA Certification in Tennessee:
(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 Tennessee Nurse Aide Registry or visiting the State Registry’s website.
(2) Requirement for renewal is that you must have worked at least one 8 hour shift during the past 24 months in a facility licensed or certified by the Division of Health Care Facilities. Proof of employment must be in the form of either a: pay stub; payroll printout; or, notarized attestation form.
(3) Completed form with required documents and fees must be mailed to the address indicated in the form.
To renew Expired CNA Certification in Tennessee:
(1)Contact Tennessee 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.
Tennessee Approved CNA Programs
Tennessee Technology Center at Knoxville
1100 Liberty Street
Knoxville, TN 37919
Phone #: (865) 546-5567
Email address: boyd.hestand@ttcknoxville.edu
Website
- Cost is $766 (both day and night class)
- Day class is a total of 108 hours of classroom (90) and clinical (18) training.
- Night class is a total of 126 hour of classroom (102) and clinical (24) training.
Tennessee Technology Center at Hohenwald
813 West Main Street
Hohenwald, TN 38462
Phone #: (931) 796-5351
Fax #: (931) 796-4892
Website
- Cost is $413 include tuition and technology fee
- Consist 100 hours of classroom and clinical training
American Red Cross, Knoxville Area Chapter
Main:
6921 Middlebrook Pike
Knoxville, TN 37900
Pellissippi:
1610 E Magnolia Avenue
Knoxville, TN 37917
Phone #: 865-584-2999
Email address: nursing@knoxarc.org
- Cost is $890
- Five week course
Tennessee Technology Center at Livingston
740 High Tech Drive
Livingston, TN 38570
Phone #: 931-823-5525
- Cost is $413 include tuition and technology fee
- Consist 100 hours of classroom and clinical training
Tennessee Tech Center – Elizabethton
426 Highway 91
Elizabethton, TN
Phone #: 423-543-0070
Website
- Cost is $526.50
- Consist 135 hours of classroom and clinical training
Tennessee Health Careers LLC
116 N 2nd St. Suite B10
Clarksville, TN 37040
Phone #: 931-648-2424
Fax #: 931-648-2425
Email address: Cheryl@TNHealthCareers.net
Website
- Cost is $985 includes:
- Tuition
- Textbook
- Registration Fee
- Processing Fee
- Consist 110 hours of classroom (50) and clinical (60) training.
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