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Be 18 or older
Applicants who are 16 or 17 may qualify under specific conditions [VERIFY]. If that is you, call us and we will walk through your situation together.
Admissions
Enrolling is simpler than you think.
You do not need healthcare experience, a college degree, or a perfect schedule. You need a few documents, about ten minutes to apply, and the decision to start. We walk through everything else with you, step by step.
Who can enroll
The requirements, in plain language.
These are the things California and our clinical partners require before you can train and test. If any item on this list worries you, call us before you rule yourself out. Most concerns have a straightforward answer.
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Valid photo ID
A current government-issued photo ID, such as a driver's license, state ID card, or passport.
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Social Security card
Needed to register for the state certification exam [VERIFY]. If you have questions about your documentation, call us; we will talk it through privately and respectfully.
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TB clearance
A negative tuberculosis test or a clear chest X-ray, required before your supervised clinical hours begin. We can point you to nearby clinics that offer testing.
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Physical exam
A signed physical examination confirming you can safely perform the duties of a nurse assistant, such as lifting, standing, and assisting patients with movement.
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Live Scan background check
Electronic fingerprinting required by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH). Certain convictions can affect eligibility for state certification; if you have questions about your history, call us first and we will talk it through.
No CNA or healthcare experience is required. Most of our students are starting from zero, and the program is built for exactly that.
The path
Six steps from first call to first day.
Here is the whole enrollment path, start to finish. Most students move from inquiry to orientation in a few weeks, and classes form monthly.
Inquire
Start your application online or call us. Tell us which schedule track interests you and ask anything on your mind. There is no cost and no commitment at this step.
Tour and interview
Visit the school, see the skills lab, and sit down with us for a short conversation about your goals and your schedule. This is as much your chance to interview us as ours to meet you.
Gather your documents
Collect your photo ID and Social Security card, complete your TB clearance and physical exam, and finish your Live Scan. We give you a checklist and help you track each item.
Enroll
Review and sign your enrollment agreement, choose your schedule track, and set up your tuition payment or payment plan. We go through every line with you before you sign anything.
Orientation
Before your first class, you attend a short orientation: meet your instructors and cohort, get your schedule and uniform details, and learn exactly what the first week looks like.
First day
Module 1 begins. From here it is six to twelve weeks, depending on your track, to your certificate of completion and eligibility for the state competency exam.
Be ready
What to bring to your enrollment appointment.
Bring what you have; do not wait until every item is perfect. We will help you finish the rest.
- Valid government-issued photo ID
- Social Security card
- TB clearance documentation (test result or chest X-ray report)
- Completed physical examination form
- Live Scan completion receipt, if you have already done your fingerprinting
- Your initial payment, or your questions about payment plans
- Any questions you have written down; no question is too small
Questions
Asked by real students, answered honestly.
If your question is not here, call us. A real person answers, in English, Spanish, or Tagalog.
I'm worried I can't afford the program. What are my options?
You are not alone in that, and it is not a reason to give up before you start. We offer payment in full, an installment plan that spreads tuition across your program, and support for students whose employers sponsor training. See the Tuition page for the full cost breakdown, then call us and we will find the arrangement that fits.
English is not my first language. Can I still succeed?
Yes. Our instructors teach in plain language, our staff speak English, Spanish, and Tagalog, and many of our students are learning healthcare vocabulary for the first time in any language. The state competency exam is administered in English [VERIFY], and we build exam-language practice into the program so nothing on test day surprises you.
Can I work while I study?
Most of our students do. That is why we run morning, afternoon, evening, night, and weekend tracks. Pick the track that fits around your job, not the other way around.
What happens if I miss a class?
CDPH requires you to complete every training hour, so missed time must be made up. We schedule make-up hours with your instructor so one hard week does not end your program. The specifics of the make-up policy are published in the school catalog [VERIFY].
What if I don't pass the state exam on the first try?
You can retake it. California allows a limited number of attempts before retraining is required [VERIFY], and if you need to retest, we help you review the areas that gave you trouble. Our goal is not just to graduate you; it is to get you certified.
Which schedule tracks are available?
Five tracks: morning, afternoon, evening, night, and weekend. Depending on the track, the program runs six to twelve weeks. The training hours are the same on every track; only the pace changes.
How do I get to the school?
We are on Reseda Blvd in the heart of the San Fernando Valley, reachable from the 101 and from the Metro G Line with a bus connection up Reseda Blvd. The Contact page has turn-by-turn directions and a parking note.
Do I need to buy a uniform?
Yes, scrubs are required for skills lab and clinical hours, along with closed-toe shoes and a watch with a second hand. The Tuition page lists the uniform and supplies costs so nothing catches you off guard.
Do I need any healthcare experience to apply?
No. The program assumes you are starting from zero and teaches every skill from the beginning, in the lab and then at the bedside with supervision.
How soon after graduating can I work?
After you finish your training hours, you sit for the California CNA competency exam (NNAAP). Exam scheduling times vary [VERIFY], and once you pass and are listed on the state registry, you can begin working as a certified nurse assistant.
Ready when you are
Your seat is waiting.
Classes form monthly. Start your application now, or call us and let us answer your questions first, in English, Spanish, or Tagalog.