CNA Training in Northern Virginia — Become a Certified Nurse Aide in 150 Hours
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You Could Be Working in Healthcare Sooner Than You Think
Northern Virginia’s healthcare system is growing — and it needs skilled, compassionate Certified Nurse Aides right now. At AVI Career Training in Vienna, VA, our 150-hour CNA program gives you the hands-on skills, the Virginia state exam preparation, and the COE-accredited credential that local employers actually hire from.
No waitlists. No runaround. Just a clear, supported path from your first day in class to your first day on the job.
📞 Call or text us: (703) 943-9841
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✅ COE Accredited · ✅ SCHEV Certified · ✅ GI Bill® Accepted · ✅ Federal Financial Aid Available
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Why Choose AVI Career Training for Your CNA Certification?
There are plenty of places in Northern Virginia that claim to train CNAs. Here’s what makes AVI different — and why it matters for your future.
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1. The Credential Northern Virginia Employers Actually Respect
AVI Career Training is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education (COE) and certified by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV). These aren’t marketing terms — they’re the quality benchmarks that healthcare systems like INOVA, Kaiser Permanente, and regional home health agencies use to evaluate candidates.
When you graduate from an unaccredited program, employers notice. When you graduate from AVI, they recognize the credential immediately.
> Bottom line: AVI’s CNA certification is the one that opens doors in the DC metro healthcare market.
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2. Hands-On Training — Not Just Classroom Theory
Nursing care is a physical, human skill. You can’t learn it by watching videos. At AVI, you’ll practice patient care techniques, vital sign measurement, personal care procedures, and infection control protocols in a structured, supervised clinical training environment — the same way you’ll perform them on the job.
By the time you sit for the Virginia state board exam, these skills won’t feel new. They’ll feel like second nature.
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3. Virginia State Exam Preparation Is Built Into Every Hour
Our 150-hour curriculum is specifically designed around the Virginia Board of Nursing Nurse Aide Competency Evaluation — the state exam every CNA candidate must pass to practice in Virginia. We don’t treat exam prep as an afterthought. It’s woven into every lesson, every clinical exercise, and every skills check throughout the program.
You will walk into that exam prepared.
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4. Real Support for Real People With Real Lives
Most of our students aren’t coming in from nowhere. They’re coming from retail jobs, home health gigs, military service, childcare, or years out of the workforce. They have kids, rent, and schedules that don’t have a lot of room for error.
AVI is built for that reality. Our enrollment team helps you explore every funding option available — including federal financial aid and GI Bill® benefits — before you spend a dollar. And our instructors are in your corner every step of the way, not just pointing at a textbook and calling it a day.
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5. Located Right in the Heart of Northern Virginia
We’re at 1595 Spring Hill Rd, Suite 720, Vienna, VA 22182 — convenient to Tysons Corner, Falls Church, Reston, McLean, Arlington, and communities throughout the DC metro area. When you train locally, you build relationships locally. That matters when it’s time to find your first CNA position.
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What You’ll Learn: CNA Program Curriculum
Our 150-hour program covers everything required by the Virginia Department of Health Professions and prepares you completely for the state certification exam.
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Core Skills & Knowledge Areas
Patient Care Fundamentals
Clinical Skills — The Hands-On Core
Infection Control & Safety
Healthcare Settings & Specialized Care
Virginia State Board Exam Preparation
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A Note on the 150 Hours
Virginia requires 150 hours of CNA training — and that number is set by the state, not invented by schools. It exists because CNA work is real clinical work. You’ll be responsible for real patients in real healthcare settings. The 150 hours are what it takes to do that job safely and confidently.
The good news: with the right schedule, you can complete this program in a matter of weeks, not semesters. Talk to our admissions team about current cohort schedules and timing options that work with your life.
Ask About Scheduling Options →
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Career Outcomes: Where a CNA Certification Takes You
The Northern Virginia Healthcare Market Needs You
The DC metro region is one of the most healthcare-dense markets in the United States, home to major health systems, hundreds of long-term care facilities, assisted living communities, and a growing home health sector. The demand for CNAs in Northern Virginia consistently outpaces supply — which means your credential has real market value the moment you earn it.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, nursing assistants in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area earn competitive wages compared to national averages, with strong demand growth projected through the next decade driven by an aging population and expanded healthcare access.
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Where CNA Graduates Work
Healthcare Settings:
Common Job Titles After Certification:
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CNA Is Step One — Not the Only Step
Many of our CNA students see this credential exactly as it is: the fastest, most affordable way to get into healthcare and start building a career. From a CNA position, the path forward is clear:
CNA → LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) → RN (Registered Nurse) → Advanced Practice
Healthcare systems in Northern Virginia actively support and often fund continuing education for their CNA employees. Your 150 hours at AVI don’t just get you a job — they get you into a system where the next step is always in reach.
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Salary Expectations
While wages vary by employer, setting, and experience, Certified Nurse Aides in the Northern Virginia and DC metro area typically earn hourly wages that compare favorably to national CNA benchmarks, with additional earning potential in specialty settings, evening/overnight shifts, and private pay home health. Full-time CNA positions commonly include benefits packages with health insurance, retirement contributions, and tuition assistance.
Contact our admissions team for the most current local market information and to learn more about which employers hire from AVI’s graduate pool.
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Your Path From Enrollment to Employment
We’ve designed the AVI CNA enrollment process to be as straightforward as the program itself. Here’s exactly what to expect:
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Step 1: Connect With Us
Explore your options before you commit.
Fill out our contact form or call (703) 943-9841 to speak with an AVI admissions advisor. We’ll answer your questions about the program, walk you through scheduling options, and help you understand what financial aid or GI Bill® benefits may be available to you. No pressure. No sales pitch. Just clear information.
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Step 2: Submit Your Application
Simple, fast, and done online.
When you’re ready, complete your application through our online portal. Our admissions team reviews applications promptly and will follow up with next steps — including any required documents (such as proof of age, ID, and health documentation).
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Step 3: Secure Your Funding
We help you find the money.
Before you pay a single dollar out of pocket, our team works with you to identify every funding option available — including federal financial aid (if eligible), GI Bill® benefits for veterans and military spouses, payment plans, and other options. We want financing to be a solved problem before you show up for your first class.
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Step 4: Complete Your 150-Hour Program
Show up. Learn. Practice. Grow.
Attend your scheduled classes and clinical training sessions. Work closely with your instructors. Practice your skills until they’re automatic. Use our built-in state exam prep resources. Ask for help when you need it — that’s what our team is here for.
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Step 5: Pass the Virginia State Exam & Get Certified
You’ve put in the hours. Now it’s official.
After completing the program, you’ll sit for the Virginia Board of Nursing Nurse Aide Competency Evaluation — the written and skills portions. Pass it, and you’re officially listed on the Virginia Nurse Aide Registry. That’s the credential. That’s what gets you hired.
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Step 6: Start Your Healthcare Career
This is what it was all for.
With your Virginia CNA certification in hand, you’re eligible to apply for positions across the Northern Virginia and DC metro healthcare market. Many of our graduates are working within weeks of passing their state exam.
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Tuition & Financial Aid
Your Investment in a Healthcare Career
AVI Career Training is committed to making CNA training financially accessible to every qualified student. We understand that cost is one of the biggest barriers standing between you and the career you want — and we take that seriously.
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Financial Aid Options We Accept
Federal Financial Aid
Eligible students may qualify for federal grant and loan programs through the U.S. Department of Education. Because AVI is COE accredited and SCHEV certified, our students can access federal financial aid — something unaccredited programs simply cannot offer. This is a major advantage and one of the most important reasons accreditation matters.
GI Bill® Benefits
AVI Career Training is proud to accept GI Bill® education benefits, making our CNA program an excellent choice for veterans, active-duty service members, and military spouses who have earned these benefits. Northern Virginia’s large military community deserves a school that honors that service.
Payment Plans
We offer flexible payment options for students who don’t qualify for financial aid or who prefer to pay directly. Talk to our admissions team about structuring a plan that works with your budget.
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How to Find Out What You Qualify For
Don’t guess. Ask us directly.
Tuition figures vary based on your program schedule, financial aid eligibility, and available benefits. The fastest way to get accurate, personalized information is to reach out — we’ll walk you through the numbers with no obligation.
Explore Your Funding Options →
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> Important: Be cautious of programs that advertise very low tuition without accreditation. If a program isn’t COE accredited or SCHEV certified, it likely doesn’t qualify for federal financial aid — meaning you may pay less upfront but miss out on grant funding that could have covered your costs entirely. Always ask about accreditation first.
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Frequently Asked Questions About AVI’s CNA Program
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Do I need any previous healthcare experience or education to enroll?
No prior healthcare experience is required to enroll in AVI’s CNA program. Most of our students are entering healthcare for the first time — coming from careers in retail, food service, childcare, the military, or other fields entirely. You do need to meet basic enrollment requirements, including minimum age (typically 18 in Virginia), a valid government-issued ID, and certain health documentation requirements (such as immunization records). Our admissions team will walk you through everything you need before you apply.
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How long does the CNA program take to complete? Can I work while I’m in school?
The program is 150 hours total — which is the Virginia state requirement. How quickly you complete it depends on your schedule and the cohort options available when you enroll. Some students complete the program in as little as a few weeks on an accelerated schedule; others take longer to balance work and family commitments.
The key is this: tell us your constraints upfront. When you speak with our admissions team, be honest about your work schedule, childcare needs, and availability. We’ll do our best to match you with a schedule that doesn’t force you to choose between school and the rest of your life.
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What is the Virginia CNA state exam, and how does AVI prepare me for it?
The Virginia Board of Nursing Nurse Aide Competency Evaluation has two parts: a written knowledge test and a hands-on skills demonstration. Both portions assess whether you can safely and competently perform the core responsibilities of a Certified Nurse Aide.
AVI’s entire 150-hour curriculum is built around these competency domains. We don’t save exam prep for the last week — we integrate it throughout the program with skills checks, written practice assessments, mock evaluations, and targeted review sessions. By the time you schedule your state exam, you will have practiced the required skills dozens of times under instructor supervision.
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Will Virginia CNA employers actually recognize AVI’s program?
Yes — and here’s why. AVI is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education (COE), which is recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, and certified by SCHEV (Virginia’s State Council of Higher Education). These credentials signal program quality and state compliance to employers throughout Northern Virginia and the DC metro area.
When you complete AVI’s program and pass the Virginia state exam, you are listed on the Virginia Nurse Aide Registry — the official state database that all Virginia healthcare employers use to verify CNA credentials. That registry listing is what you’ll actually be hired on. The state doesn’t distinguish between graduates of different programs; it only cares that you passed the approved competency evaluation. AVI makes sure you’re prepared to do exactly that.
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Does AVI help with job placement after graduation?
AVI’s focus is on ensuring you graduate fully prepared and certified — and we support that process with practical career guidance. We encourage students to take full advantage of Virginia’s strong job market for CNAs and AVI’s presence in the Northern Virginia healthcare training community.
Talk to your admissions advisor about what career support resources are available during and after the program. The Northern Virginia market for CNAs is strong — a well-prepared graduate with a valid state certification and a professional attitude has real hiring options.
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Ready to Become a Certified Nurse Aide? Let’s Get Started.
Every healthcare career starts with a single step. For CNAs in Northern Virginia, that step is AVI Career Training.
In 150 hours, with COE-accredited training and Virginia state exam preparation built in, you can go from where you are today to a meaningful, stable, in-demand healthcare career — one that pays well, grows over time, and makes a real difference in people’s lives.
The Northern Virginia healthcare system needs compassionate, skilled CNAs. You can be one of them.
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Your next step takes about two minutes.
Or reach out with questions first — we’re here to help, not to pressure you.
📞 Call or text: (703) 943-9841
📍 Visit us: 1595 Spring Hill Rd, Suite 720, Vienna, VA 22182
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✅ COE Accredited — Council on Occupational Education
✅ SCHEV Certified — State Council of Higher Education for Virginia
✅ GI Bill® Accepted — Honoring those who served
✅ Federal Financial Aid Available — For eligible students
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AVI Career Training · 1595 Spring Hill Rd #720 · Vienna, VA 22182 · (703) 943-9841
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