Orlando, FL
Orange Technical College
Patient Care Assistant
Location
Orlando, FL
Duration
290 hours
State Required Hours
None required (challenge exam allowed)
- Address
301 West Amelia Street
Orlando, FL 32801
- Phone
- (407) 246-7060
About This Program
Orange Technical College, operated by Orange County Public Schools, offers a 290-hour Patient Care Assistant program structured around four FDOE Occupational Completion Points that train students as advanced cross-trained nursing assistants. Coursework covers sterile procedures, dressing changes, and personal care, with clinical rotations in hospitals and long-term care facilities. Graduates qualify to take the Florida Department of Health Certified Nursing Assistant exam.
Location & Directions
301 West Amelia Street, Orlando, FL 32801
Becoming a CNA in Florida
Florida is unusual in giving you two distinct paths to becoming a CNA, and the choice matters more than most candidates realize. If you have any prior healthcare experience — medical assistant, home health aide, EMT, military medic, or internationally trained nurse — the challenge-exam pathway can put you on the registry in as little as 2 to 4 weeks for around $250 total. If you are starting from zero, a 120-hour training program is the lower-risk choice even though it is not legally required, because first-time challengers without healthcare experience have a much lower pass rate on the skills portion of the Prometric exam than program graduates.
Minimum Age
18
Training Hours
None required (challenge exam allowed)
Exam Vendor
Prometric
Time to Cert
2–10 weeks depending on whether you challenge the exam directly or complete a training program first
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the CNA program at Orange Technical College include?
Orange Technical College, operated by Orange County Public Schools, offers a 290-hour Patient Care Assistant program structured around four FDOE Occupational Completion Points that train students as advanced cross-trained nursing assistants. The program is located at 301 West Amelia Street, Orlando, FL 32801. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (407) 246-7060 or visit https://www.orangetechcollege.net/patient-care-assistant.
How much does Orange Technical College cost?
Orange Technical College has not published a flat tuition figure on this directory; pricing for the patient care assistant depends on residency, financial aid, and any employer sponsorships. Call (407) 246-7060 or visit the program website at https://www.orangetechcollege.net/patient-care-assistant to request the current fee schedule. For reference, total CNA training costs in Florida generally fall in the range of $250–$1,500 (challenge exam pathway is the cheapest; full training adds $400–$1,200).
How long is the program at Orange Technical College?
The patient care assistant at Orange Technical College is structured as 290 hours. Florida requires None required (challenge exam allowed) of state-approved training, so this program meets or exceeds the state minimum. Contact the program at (407) 246-7060 for current cohort start dates and schedule options.
How do I apply or contact Orange Technical College?
Call Orange Technical College directly at (407) 246-7060 or visit https://www.orangetechcollege.net/patient-care-assistant. The program is located at 301 West Amelia Street, Orlando, FL 32801. Ask about upcoming cohort start dates, application deadlines, background-check requirements, and any scholarships or financial-aid options before enrolling.
What Florida CNA requirements should I know before enrolling at Orange Technical College?
Before enrolling at Orange Technical College, make sure you meet Florida's minimum age (18), education requirements, and background-check rules. Florida requires None required (challenge exam allowed) of state-approved training and uses Prometric for the competency exam, with most candidates reaching certification in 2–10 weeks depending on whether you challenge the exam directly or complete a training program first. See the full Florida CNA requirements page for a complete checklist.
Are there other CNA programs near Orlando?
Yes. In addition to Orange Technical College in Orlando, our directory includes CNA training programs in Jacksonville, Miami, Tampa, Fort Lauderdale. Comparing programs by location, schedule, and cost is the easiest way to find the best fit for your situation. Browse all Florida CNA classes for the full list.