Nursing Assistant (CNA)
The Nursing Assistant (CNA) certificate is designed to provide you with the knowledge to be part of a healthcare team under the supervision of a nurse. The curriculum is based on the professional standards established by regulatory agencies, and it covers essential topics included in the Nurse Assistant Certification Exam.
Due to California Department of Public Health regulation, a physical exam, CPR certification, and background check must be completed at the start of the program.
Course Requirements
VMED 110 - BLS/CPR for Healthcare Professionals (8 Hrs)
Students must successfully complete VMED-010 and VMED-110 to enroll in VMED-011.
Students who hold a current BLS/CPR for Healthcare Professionals certification card
issued by the
American Heart Association (AHA) may request Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) to receive
credit for VMED-110.
VMED 011 - Certified Nursing Assistant Training (240 Hrs)
TOTAL HOURS OF INSTRUCTION: 258 HOURS
Get Started Today!!
Attend a CNA Overview class (VMED-010) to learn what you need to get started
Program Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age on first day of class
- Possess a State Issued ID or Driver’s License
- Possess a Social Security Card/ITIN Number
- Pass a TB Test (Tuberculosis) or Clear Chest X-Ray
- Pass a Physical Exam to confirm good health
- Pass a Background check (Livescan Fingerprints)
- Possess certification for BLS/CPR for Healthcare
Professionals (training will be arranged during VMED-010) - Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination
Required Textbooks/Materials
(needed for VMED-011 only)
LIST OF MATERIALS |
PRICE |
| Mosby's Textbook for Nursing Assistant 11th edition | $70 |
| Mosby’s Workbook for Nursing Assistants, 11th edition | $40 |
| Navy Blue Scrubs (Prices Vary) | $32.50 ea. |
| CA State Exam for CNA license | $120 |
| TB Test (Prices Vary) | $10 |
| Physical Exam (Prices Vary) | $40 |
| Livescan Fingerprint (can range from $50 - $70) | $50 |
| BLS/CPR for Healthcare Professionals | $45 |
| CPR Book and CPR Card (cash) | $25 |
|
**TOTAL (Approximately) **Textbooks/Materials fees are subject to change without notice. |
$432.50 |
Summer 2026 VMED-010 Class Sections:
|
Jun 22 & Jun 24 |
Jul 06 & Jul 08 |
Jul 27 & Jul 29 |
You can register for the course below
after you pass VMED-010.
| 05/26/26 – 08/06/26 (CWPC) Monday - Thursday 3:30PM -8:45PM Location: 1572 N. Manin St., Orange CA 92867 |
06/01/26 – 07/21/26 (CWPC) Monday - Thursday 7:30AM -3:30PM Location: 1572 N. Manin St., Orange CA 92867 |
05/26/26 - 08/03/26 (SCC) Monday, Tuesday, & Thursday 8:30AM - 4:30PM Location: 8045 E. Chapman Ave., Orange CA 92869 |
Fall 2026 VMED-010 Class Sections:
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August 19 |
September 2 |
September 16 |
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September 28 |
October 12 Monday - 3:00PM - 8:00PM Location: 8045 E. Chapman Ave., Orange CA 92869 |
October 26 |
|
November 12 |
November 16 |
December 9 |
Fall 2026 VMED-110 Class Sections:
|
August 21 |
September 4 |
September 18 |
|
September 30 |
October 14 Wednesday - 12:00PM - 8:00PM Location: 8045 E. Chapman Ave., Orange CA 92869 |
October 27 |
|
November 13 |
November 18 |
December 11 |
Students must successfully complete VMED-010 and VMED-110 to enroll in VMED-011.
Students who hold a current BLS/CPR for Healthcare Professionals certification card
issued by the
American Heart Association (AHA) may request Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) to receive
credit for VMED-110.
Fall 2026 VMED-011 Class Sections:
| 8/18/26 - 12/17/26 (SCC) Tuesday & Thursday 8:30AM - 4:30PM Location: 8045 E. Chapman Ave., Orange CA 92869 |
8/23/26 - 12/14/26 (SCC) Monday & Sunday 8:30AM - 4:30PM Location: 8045 E. Chapman Ave., Orange CA 92869 |
05/26/26 - 08/03/26 (CWPC) Monday - Thursday 3:30PM - 8:45PM Location: 1572 N. Manin St., Orange CA 92867 |
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