Lake Charles, LA
Calcasieu Community Care Center
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Location
Lake Charles, LA
Duration
80 hours
State Required Hours
80 hours
- Address
4190 Gerstner Memorial Drive
Lake Charles, LA 70607
- Phone
- (337) 240-9730
About This Program
Calcasieu Community Care Center is a 120-bed skilled nursing facility on Gerstner Memorial Drive in south Lake Charles and the newest CommCare property in the Lake Area. Its in-house Nurse Aide Training Program is approved by the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH), delivering the required 40 classroom and 40 clinical hours on-site, with clinicals on the facility's own resident floors. Trainees prepare for the Prometric competency exam and, on passing, join the Louisiana CNA Registry. The facility-based model gives students direct hire pathways into long-term care.
Location & Directions
4190 Gerstner Memorial Drive, Lake Charles, LA 70607
Becoming a CNA in Louisiana
Louisiana has one of the shorter CNA training requirements in the country at 80 hours, which means most full-time candidates can complete their program in 4 to 6 weeks. The 80 hours split evenly into 40 classroom hours and 40 supervised clinical hours, but there are two scheduling quirks worth planning around: at least 16 of the 40 classroom hours must be completed before any clinical work can begin, and the program must include a separate 4-hour clinical site orientation that does not count toward the 80 hours. The Louisiana Community and Technical College System (LCTCS) runs the largest network of approved programs, typically priced between $300 and $1,000.
Minimum Age
18
Training Hours
80 hours
Exam Vendor
Prometric
Time to Cert
5–10 weeks (training typically 4–6 weeks, exam and registry listing 2–4 weeks)
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the CNA program at Calcasieu Community Care Center include?
Calcasieu Community Care Center is a 120-bed skilled nursing facility on Gerstner Memorial Drive in south Lake Charles and the newest CommCare property in the Lake Area. The program is located at 4190 Gerstner Memorial Drive, Lake Charles, LA 70607. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (337) 240-9730 or visit https://commcare.com/location/calcasieu-community-care-center/.
How much does Calcasieu Community Care Center cost?
Calcasieu Community Care Center has not published a flat tuition figure on this directory; pricing for the certified nursing assistant (cna) depends on residency, financial aid, and any employer sponsorships. Call (337) 240-9730 or visit the program website at https://commcare.com/location/calcasieu-community-care-center/ to request the current fee schedule. For reference, total CNA training costs in Louisiana generally fall in the range of $200–$1,200 depending on whether training is employer-sponsored, at a community/technical college, or private.
How long is the program at Calcasieu Community Care Center?
The certified nursing assistant (cna) at Calcasieu Community Care Center is structured as 80 hours. Louisiana requires 80 hours of state-approved training, so this program meets or exceeds the state minimum. Contact the program at (337) 240-9730 for current cohort start dates and schedule options.
How do I apply or contact Calcasieu Community Care Center?
Call Calcasieu Community Care Center directly at (337) 240-9730 or visit https://commcare.com/location/calcasieu-community-care-center/. The program is located at 4190 Gerstner Memorial Drive, Lake Charles, LA 70607. Ask about upcoming cohort start dates, application deadlines, background-check requirements, and any scholarships or financial-aid options before enrolling.
What Louisiana CNA requirements should I know before enrolling at Calcasieu Community Care Center?
Before enrolling at Calcasieu Community Care Center, make sure you meet Louisiana's minimum age (18), education requirements, and background-check rules. Louisiana requires 80 hours of state-approved training and uses Prometric for the competency exam, with most candidates reaching certification in 5–10 weeks (training typically 4–6 weeks, exam and registry listing 2–4 weeks). See the full Louisiana CNA requirements page for a complete checklist.
Are there other CNA programs near Lake Charles?
Yes. In addition to Calcasieu Community Care Center in Lake Charles, our directory includes CNA training programs in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Shreveport, Lafayette. Comparing programs by location, schedule, and cost is the easiest way to find the best fit for your situation. Browse all Louisiana CNA classes for the full list.
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