Certified Nursing Assistant Schools in Wheat Ridge, CO

Updated January 10, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare certified nursing assistant programs in Wheat Ridge, Colorado. This guide helps you compare options in your area and understand common questions to ask schools. City population is roughly 31,372 (estimate; varies by source and year). Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Certified Nursing Assistant Schools Near Wheat Ridge, CO

#6

Arapahoe Community College

Littleton, CO 12.2 miles away
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $4,308
  • Out-of-state tuition: $16,542
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Source: IPEDS College Scorecard ACCSC

Colorado Certified Nursing Assistant Salary Snapshot

Colorado
Colorado Median Pay $44,950 $21.61 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $39,530 $19.01 per hour
Data Year: 2024 SOC: 31-1131 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • Schedule options (day/evening/weekend) and expected weekly time commitment
  • Hands-on requirements (labs, shop time, clinicals, externships) and how competencies are evaluated
  • Total cost breakdown (tuition, fees, supplies, exams) in writing
  • Credential outcome (certificate/diploma/associate) and what it’s designed to prepare you for
  • Licensing or certification steps in Colorado (requirements can vary)

Next Steps

Compare programs side by side, then confirm admissions requirements and any licensing or certification steps.

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