Louisiana CNA Certification Information
Louisiana State Board of Examiners for Nursing Facility Administrators oversees the certification of Nurse Assistants in the state. Certification ensures that qualified people are working in long-term care facilities ensuring a high standard of care and safety.
State Contact Information for CNA Certification
LA Nurse Aide Registry
LA State Board of Examiners for Nursing Facility Administrators
5647 Superior Drive
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70816-6049
Phone #: 225-295-8575
Fax #: 225-295-8578
Website
CNA Salary in Louisiana
- Between $18,720 to $24,960
- $9.08 per hour typically (Hourly rate will increase by experience)
Louisiana CNA Programs & Training Information
A CNA training program in Louisiana must have at least 100 hours both classroom and clinical training combined. Some state-approved training programs may differ when it comes to number of hours in classroom and practical training.
Information in Louisiana
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 Louisiana must first apply for reciprocity. The applicant must contact the Louisiana Nurse Aide Registry to obtain a transfer/reciprocity form. The completed form with required documents and fees must be submitted by mail. Applicant must be in good standing in their home state.
Renewal in Louisiana
To renew CNA Certification in Louisiana:
(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 Louisiana Nurse Aide 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 Louisiana:
(1) Contact Louisiana Nurse Aide 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.
Louisiana Approved CNA Programs
Louisiana Technical College: Region 9 in Florida Parish Branch
Florida Parishes Branch
137 College Street
Greensburg, LA 70441
Phone #: (225) 222-4251 ext 201
Fax #: (225) 222-6064
Email address: bjones@ltc.edu
Website
- Cost includes tuition, academic excellence, technology, operational and student id fee:
- $211.25 (Resident)
- $342.50 (Non-Resident)
- Five (5) credit hour with 155 hours of classroom and clinical training
Nunez Community College
3710 Paris Road
Chalmette, LA 70043
Admissions: (504)278-6467
Email address: bmaillet@nunez.edu
Website
- Seven (7) credit hour
Cameron College
2740 Canal Street
New Orleans, LA 70119
Phone #: 504-821-5881
Fax #: 504-822-3467
Website
- Classes are open to day and night
Louisiana Technical College – Region 6
LTC Alexnadria Campus
4311 S. MacArthur Dr.
Alexandria, LA 71302
Phone #: 318-487-5439
Fax #: 318-487-5970
LTC Ward H. Nash Avoyelles Campus
508 Choupique Street
Cottonport, LA 71327
Phone #: 318-876-2401
Fax #: 318-876-2634
LTC Huey P Long Campus
304 South Jones Street
Winnfield, LA 71483
Phone #: 318-628-4342
Fax #: 318-628-7768
LTC Lamar Salter Campus
15014 Lake Charles Highway
Leesville, LA 71446
Phone #: 337-537-3135
Fax #: 337-537-5571
LTC Morgan Smith Campus
1230 North Main Street
Jennings, LA 70546-1327
Phone #: 337-824-4811
Fax #: 337-824-5653
LTC Oakdale Campus
117 Highway 1152
Oakdale, LA 71463
Phone #: 318-335-3944
Fax #: 318-335-3347
LTC Shelby M. Jackson Campus
2100 E.E. Wallace Boulevard
Ferriday, LA 71334
Phone #: 318-757-6501
Fax #: 318-757-8659
· Cost (Fees are not included)
o $206.25 (Resident)
o $337.50 (Non-Resident)
· Five (5) credit hours with 155 hours of classroom and clinical training
Fletcher Technical Community College
310 St. Charles Street
Houma, LA 70360
Admissions: 985-857-3659 Ext 230
Administration: 985-857-3655
Fax #:985-857-3689
Website
- Cost (Fees are not included)
- $670 (Resident)
- $1340 (Non-Resident)
- Ten (10) credit hours with 210 hours of classroom and clinical training
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