Bradford College of Nursing
7333 Tam O'Shanter Drive
Certified Nurse Assistant
- Duration:
- 160 hours (6 weeks evening or 21-day day option)
- Cost:
- $1,550
- Phone:
- (209) 475-9854
CNA Classes in Stockton, CA
6 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training programs in Stockton. Tuition ranges from $1,550. California requires 160 hours of training and uses D&SDT-Headmaster or Credentia (CDPH-approved testing vendors) for the competency exam.
Programs in Stockton
6
Tuition Range
$1,550
State Required Hours
160 hours
Exam Vendor
D&SDT-Headmaster or Credentia (CDPH-approved testing vendors)
Lowest tuition
Bradford College of Nursing
$1,550 · 160 hours (6 weeks evening or 21-day day option)
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Bradford College of Nursing
160 hours (6 weeks evening or 21-day day option)
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Health Star Academy
5250 Claremont Avenue, Suite 127
Certified Nurse Assistant
- Duration:
- 160 hours (approximately 6 weeks hybrid)
- Phone:
- (209) 323-4169
San Joaquin Delta College
5151 Pacific Avenue
Certified Nurse Assistant
- Duration:
- 9-10 weeks
- Phone:
- (209) 954-5454
De Brabander California College of Nursing
6 West Main Street, Suite K-1
Certified Nurse Assistant
- Duration:
- 160 hours
- Phone:
- (209) 910-2466
Weber Institute (San Joaquin County ROP)
302 West Weber Avenue
Certified Nurse Assistant
- Duration:
- 160 hours
- Phone:
- (209) 933-7330
Healthcare College of California
141 East Acacia Street, Suite B
Certified Nurse Assistant
- Duration:
- 160 hours (evening schedule available)
- Phone:
- (209) 469-4877
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 Stockton
How many CNA training programs are available in Stockton, CA?
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Our directory lists 6 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training programs in Stockton, 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 Stockton?
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Published tuition for CNA programs in Stockton ranges from $1,550. Bradford College of Nursing lists the lowest tuition at $1,550. 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 Stockton?
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Bradford College of Nursing offers the shortest published program in Stockton at 160 hours (6 weeks evening or 21-day day option). 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 (209) 475-9854 for current cohort start dates.
How do I become a CNA in Stockton, CA?
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To work as a CNA in Stockton, 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 Stockton?
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No Stockton 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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