American Red Cross - Los Angeles Region
11355 Ohio Ave
Nurse Assistant Training (NAT)
- Duration:
- 4-6 weeks
- Cost:
- $1,800
- Phone:
- (310) 445-9900
CNA Classes in Los Angeles, CA
4 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training programs in Los Angeles. Tuition ranges from Free to $1,900. California requires 160 hours of training and uses D&SDT-Headmaster or Credentia (CDPH-approved testing vendors) for the competency exam.
Programs in Los Angeles
4
Tuition Range
Free to $1,900
State Required Hours
160 hours
Exam Vendor
D&SDT-Headmaster or Credentia (CDPH-approved testing vendors)
All CNA Programs in Los Angeles
Los Angeles City College
855 North Vermont Avenue
Certified Nurse Assistant Program
- Duration:
- 1 semester
- Cost:
- Varies
- Phone:
- (323) 953-4000
H&R Healthcare School
6060 West Manchester Avenue, Suite 320
CNA Training Program
- Duration:
- 4-6 weeks
- Cost:
- $1,900
- Phone:
- (424) 227-9110
Los Angeles Technology Center
3721 West Washington Boulevard
Certified Nursing Assistant Program
- Duration:
- 170 hours
- Cost:
- Free
- Phone:
- (323) 373-2300
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 Los Angeles
How many CNA training programs are available in Los Angeles, CA?
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Our directory lists 4 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training programs in Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles?
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Published tuition for CNA programs in Los Angeles ranges from Free to $1,900. Los Angeles Technology Center lists the lowest tuition at Free. 1 program in Los Angeles offers no-cost training (employer-paid, federally funded, or scholarship-based). 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 Los Angeles?
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American Red Cross - Los Angeles Region offers the shortest published program in Los Angeles at 4-6 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 (310) 445-9900 for current cohort start dates.
How do I become a CNA in Los Angeles, CA?
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To work as a CNA in Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles?
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Yes. 1 Los Angeles program on this directory offers no-cost CNA training: Los Angeles Technology Center. Free training is typically employer-paid (nursing facilities sponsoring trainees in exchange for a work commitment), federally funded (Job Corps), or scholarship-based.
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