Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Competency Exam and to find employment in a skilled nursing or other long-term care facility.
Orientations: Wednesdays at 1:00 pm on the following dates: 8/27/26, 11/5/26
Class Dates:
Fall 1: 8/7/26 - 10/7/26
Fall 2: 10/12/26 - 12/10/26
Total Program Hours: 184
60 hours of Theory, 36 hours Skill Building and Practice, and 104 Clinical hours
60 hours of Theory, 36 hours Skill Building and Practice, and 104 Clinical hours
Prerequisite:
1) Proof of High School Diploma OR High School Diploma Equivalency.
2) Complete physical examination by MD or Nurse Practitioner. Must include two step PPD.
If TB is positive, please obtain a chest X-ray and submit a copy of the report. Quantiferon blood test is acceptable.
3) Flu and COVID Vaccines are recommended for clinicals (including booster).
4) Students must undergo fingerprinting, drug screening, and background clearance.
Cost: Tuition $595, Book bundle $95, ID Badge $5
Additional Out of Pocket Costs: BLS/First Aid Card (American Health Association) $80; Uniform/Scrubs $25; Blood Pressure Cuff $20; 2-Step PPD TB Test $25;
State Competency Exam $120; LiveScan $67; Urine Drug Screen $49; Physical Exam $60; Castle Branch Background Check $64.
Approximate Total Program Cost: $1,205
Job Outlook: Average hourly wage in Southern California $22.50
Projecgted Job Opening growth: 13%