Long Beach City College
4901 East Carson Street
Certified Nurse Assistant
- Duration:
- 16 weeks
- Phone:
- (562) 938-5506
CNA Classes in Long Beach, CA
6 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training programs in Long Beach. Tuition ranges from $1,990 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 Long Beach
6
Tuition Range
$1,990 to $2,530
State Required Hours
160 hours
Exam Vendor
D&SDT-Headmaster or Credentia (CDPH-approved testing vendors)
Lowest tuition
Long Beach School for Adults
$1,990 tuition + $250 registration · Approximately 6 weeks
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Long Beach School for Adults
171 W. Bort Street
Certified Nurse Assistant
- Duration:
- Approximately 6 weeks
- Cost:
- $1,990 tuition + $250 registration
- Phone:
- (562) 595-8893
Hellen's School for CNA
2047 Orange Avenue
Certified Nurse Assistant
- Duration:
- 4 weeks
- Cost:
- $2,000 (all-inclusive)
- Phone:
- (714) 507-8270
Goodwill Southern Los Angeles County
800 W. Pacific Coast Highway
Certified Nurse Assistant
- Duration:
- 11 weeks full-time / 18 weeks part-time
- Cost:
- Reduced cost (income-eligible/sliding scale)
- Phone:
- (562) 435-3411
Long Beach Job Corps Center
1903 Santa Fe Avenue
Certified Nurse Assistant
- Cost:
- No tuition (federally funded for eligible youth 16-24)
- Phone:
- (562) 983-1777
CSULB College of Professional and Continuing Education
6300 E. State University Drive, Foundation Building, Suite 104
Certified Nurse Assistant
- Duration:
- 5 weeks (accelerated)
- Cost:
- $2,530
- Phone:
- (562) 985-5561
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 Long Beach
How many CNA training programs are available in Long Beach, CA?
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Our directory lists 6 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training programs in Long Beach, 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 Long Beach?
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Published tuition for CNA programs in Long Beach ranges from $1,990 to $2,530. Long Beach School for Adults lists the lowest tuition at $1,990 tuition + $250 registration. 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 Long Beach?
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Hellen's School for CNA offers the shortest published program in Long Beach at 4 weeks. 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) 507-8270 for current cohort start dates.
How do I become a CNA in Long Beach, CA?
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To work as a CNA in Long Beach, 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 Long Beach?
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No Long Beach 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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