VSK Healthcare Learning Institute
631 S Brookhurst St, Suite 210
Certified Nurse Assistant
- Duration:
- 160 hours (60 theory + 100 clinical)
- Cost:
- $2,530
- Phone:
- (714) 603-7417
CNA Classes in Anaheim, CA
4 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training programs in Anaheim. Tuition ranges from $1,700 to $2,530. California requires 160 hours of training and uses D&SDT-Headmaster or Credentia (CDPH-approved testing vendors) for the competency exam.
Programs in Anaheim
4
Tuition Range
$1,700 to $2,530
State Required Hours
160 hours
Exam Vendor
D&SDT-Headmaster or Credentia (CDPH-approved testing vendors)
Lowest tuition
Coast Health Career College
$1,700 tuition · 160 hours across 8 weekends
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Coast Health Career College
1741 W Katella Ave, Suite 201
Certified Nurse Assistant
- Duration:
- 160 hours across 8 weekends
- Cost:
- $1,700 tuition
- Phone:
- (714) 776-8405
Anaheim Terrace Care Center
141 S Knott Ave
Certified Nurse Assistant
- Duration:
- Hybrid: ~40 hours online theory + 120 hours in-person clinical
- Phone:
- (714) 821-7310
Harbor Villa Care Center
861 S Harbor Blvd
Certified Nurse Assistant
- Duration:
- Hybrid: online theory + 120 hours in-person clinical
- Phone:
- (714) 635-8131
Becoming a CNA in California
If you are planning to become a CNA in California, expect a longer runway than in most states. The 160-hour training requirement means full-time programs typically run 6 to 10 weeks before you can even sit for the competency exam — and you should add another 2 to 4 weeks for Live Scan fingerprinting and exam scheduling. The good news is that many California Regional Occupational Programs (ROPs), adult schools, and community colleges offer the full 160 hours for free or at very low cost to California residents under the California Promise Grant, so the financial investment is often modest even when the time commitment is not.
Frequently Asked Questions: CNA Training in Anaheim
How many CNA training programs are available in Anaheim, CA?
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Our directory lists 4 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training programs in Anaheim, CA. All programs must meet California's minimum of 160 hours and prepare graduates to sit for the D&SDT-Headmaster or Credentia (CDPH-approved testing vendors) competency exam.
How much does CNA training cost in Anaheim?
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Published tuition for CNA programs in Anaheim ranges from $1,700 to $2,530. Coast Health Career College lists the lowest tuition at $1,700 tuition. Total out-of-pocket cost also includes the state exam fee (Varies by vendor; typically around $135–$155 for both portions), background check, and uniforms.
What is the fastest CNA program in Anaheim?
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Coast Health Career College offers the shortest published program in Anaheim at 160 hours across 8 weekends. California requires 160 hours of state-approved training, so any accelerated program must compress the required hours into a shorter calendar window through full-time scheduling. Call (714) 776-8405 for current cohort start dates.
How do I become a CNA in Anaheim, CA?
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To work as a CNA in Anaheim, you must meet a California-approved training program of at least 160 hours, pass the D&SDT-Headmaster or Credentia (CDPH-approved testing vendors) competency exam (Two-part exam: written (or oral) knowledge test plus a hands-on skills evaluation, based on the California Nurse Aide Candidate Handbook), and clear a Live Scan fingerprinting (Request for Live Scan Service, BCIA 8016) submitted to the California DOJ and FBI before certification is issued. Most candidates complete the full process in 8–14 weeks (training averages 6–10 weeks, then 2–4 weeks for exam and registry).
Are there free CNA classes in Anaheim?
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No Anaheim program on our directory currently advertises free tuition, but many California nursing facilities pay for CNA training in exchange for a work commitment after certification. Ask local long-term care employers about employer-sponsored training programs, and check the American Red Cross and Job Corps for additional pathways.
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