Available in In-Person and Hybrid Formats
Offered at Multiple M State Locations
Start your career in healthcare with this state-approved CNA training program. Whether you choose the flexibility of a hybrid course or the structure of in-person learning, you’ll gain the knowledge and skills needed to work as a Certified Nursing Assistant.
Courses are offered at the following Minnesota State campuses:
Moorhead – Moorhead Career Academy
2800 27th Ave S, Moorhead, MN 56560
Detroit Lakes – M State Detroit Lakes Campus
900 Hwy 34 E, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
Fergus Falls – M State Fergus Falls Campus
1414 College Way, Fergus Falls, MN 56537
Wadena – M State Wadena Campus
405 Colfax Ave SW, Wadena, MN 56482
Hybrid Option
Complete the theory portion online, independently through D2L (our learning platform)
Attend in-person skills labs and clinical training at your chosen campus
In-Person Option
All instruction, labs, and clinical sessions take place in person at the selected campus
To successfully complete the program, students must:
Finish all assigned theory coursework (online or in person), achieving at least 75% on all unit exams
Attend all in-person skills labs and supervised clinical training sessions
Complete a total of 75 hours, including:
59 hours of classroom instruction and lab time
16 hours of supervised clinical experience
Minimum Age: 15 to enroll in the course
Must be 16 to work as a Certified Nursing Assistant
No prerequisites required
Students must attend 100% of all scheduled class sessions, labs, and clinical hours
For questions regarding attendance, please contact your instructor
Cancellations must be submitted at least five full business days before the start of class to be eligible for a refund
No refunds for cancellations made less than five days in advance or for no-shows
If a course is canceled due to low enrollment or instructor emergency, all registered students will be notified and will receive a full refund
For questions about enrollment, training schedules, or campus availability, contact:
BreAnna Tracy
breanna.tracy@minnesota.edu
Don’t see a course listed at your preferred campus?
Email BreAnna to inquire about upcoming training opportunities near you.
M State is actively seeking Nursing Assistant instructors!
If you're a licensed RN with two or more years of long-term care experience, we encourage you to apply.
Contact Jenna Stammen
jenna.stammen@minnesota.edu