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23-Day Nurse Assistant Program – Now Enrolling!
🔵 $100 Enrollment Fee + Affordable Tuition – Ask About 0% Financing!
🔵 Job Assistance Available Upon Request
🔵 Testing Review
🔵 Training Videos
🔵 Power Points
🔵 State Testing Site
Students have the flexibility to start with one class and switch to another during clinicals if needed.
All Training hours must be completed before graduation.
Secure your spot today!
Now, we are offering Financial Aid Assistance if needed. 10/18/2024
Enroll Now & get your RNA FREE
We are open & providing training . If you are not vaccinated exemption letter is excepted.
Class Information
Schedule & Accommodation
The projected class schedule, including registration, orientation, start and end dates, is subject to change due to various factors. These may include holidays, class enrollment policies, instructor availability, campus or clinical site scheduling, and unforeseen emergencies beyond the control of San Diego Medical College and its affiliated facilities.
The official course completion date will depend on the student’s academic performance, attendance, and fulfillment of program requirements. Any schedule adjustments will be communicated in advance by the Admissions Office.
On site State testing available.
Nurse Assistant Training & Assessment Program
Our Nurse Assistant Training and Assessment Program is designed to fully prepare students for certification by the State of California.
With a curriculum that meets all federal and state training requirements, we provide students with the essential knowledge and hands-on skills needed to succeed as competent and compassionate nurse assistants.
Need assistance? We offer job placement support during or after your training to help you take the next step in your career. Students are free to choose with options provided. We have many agencies looking for CNA's, Care givers, CHHA's, please contact us.
The CDPH Training Program Review Unit is responsible for the review, approval/disapproval and continual oversight of Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA), Home Health Aide (HHA), and Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT) training, Orientation and In-service programs.
This entry-level course prepares students for the State of California Nurse Assistant Certification Examination. This course includes classroom instruction and clinical practice in long term care facilities. Upon successful completion of this program, students is eligible to take the State Exam. San Diego Medical Colleges are approved testing sites. State board exam for Nursing Assistant is done in our campus in Eastlake 821 Kuhn drive #103 Chula Vista 91914.
Bring the following documents during enrollment/registration.
To secure your spot in the upcoming class, please complete the required online enrollment application information. Our admins will reach out within 48 hours to confirm your appointment with our admins. After 48 hours please text (619)942-8274 to set up your first in person appointment.
1# Requirements during your enrollment appointment
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Government Photo ID Card
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Social Security Card or ITIN number or first day of class.
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Enrollment/Registration Fee $100
2#Requirements during your orientation day
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If you don't have Covid 19 vaccination Exception letter required.
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Before Clinical training Physical + negative TB test result required.
******Students who finishes the program successfully ( theory + clinical training+ lab hours ) with no missing hours, will be able to take the state exam at our Eastlake location.
Class starting date can be changed. *****
"We strongly advise prospective students to enroll in advance, as classes may reach capacity early, at which point enrollment will close."
$100 Enrollment/Registration Fee Includes
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FREE RNA Certification(Restorative Nursing Assistant Training)
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BLS (CPR) training only for Health Care Provider Training (ecard to purchase is an option)
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PPE (Masks and Gloves)
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Textbook/Training Guide
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Power Points
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Practice State exam Skill Videos
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Printed Material + Study Guide
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Job Assistant can be provided upon request to our students
Tuition: In Class: (0% payment plan available) Breakdown into 3 payments)
If needed Financial Aid Assistance is provided.
ONLY $100 to start
Nursing Assistant Program Requirements:
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Valid Driver’s License, Social Security Card, ITIN Number, Passport, or CA ID
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16 years of age or older
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Physical Exam with TB test results (Required within the first week of class)
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Fingerprinting
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COVID Vaccination or COVID Exception Letter
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GED or High School Diploma is not required
Nursing Assistant Program Tuition Includes:
FREE RNA (Restorative Nursing Assistant) Training
Live Scan Fingerprinting (Student pays $47; school covers an additional $47)
BLS (CPR) Training for Healthcare Providers ($55 for BLS e-cards)
Textbook/Training Guide
PowerPoint Study Guide
Skills Videos
State Testing Handbook
State Exam Review
2026 Nursing Assistant Class Schedule Starting Dates
Day -Night- Weekend Classes Schedule
Our training includes in class training plus Clinical bed side training.
EASTLAKE 23 Day Class
2026 CALENDAR
Jan 12
February 9
March 9
April 6
May 4
June 1
June 29
July 27
August 24
September 21
October 19
November 16
December 14
January 11, 2027
NATIONAL CITY 23 Day Class
2026 CALENDAR
Please call.
MIRAMAR 23 Day Class
2026 CALENDAR
January 5
February 2
March 2
March 30
April 27
May 25/26
June 22
July 20
August 17
September 14
October 12
November 9
December 7
January 4, 2027
EL CAJON 23 Day Class
2026 CALENDAR
January 5
February 2
March 2
March 30
April 27
May 25/26
June 22
July 20
August 17
September 14
October 12
November 9
December 7
January 4, 2027
EASTLAKE 45 Night Class
2026 CALENDAR
February 2
March 9
April 13
May 18
June 22
July 27
August 31
October 5
November 9
December 14
January 18, 2027
NATIONAL CITY 45 Night Class
2026 CALENDAR
Pls call for the info.
MIRAMAR 45 Night Class
2026 CALENDAR
January 26
March 2
April 6
May 11
June 15
July 20
August 24
September 28
November 2
December 7
January 11, 2027
EL CAJON 45 Night Class
2026 CALENDAR
January 26
March 2
April 6
May 11
June 15
July 20
August 24
September 28
November 2
December 7
January 11, 2027
WEEKEND CLASSES
11 Week-ends
EASTLAKE Week-end Classes
2026 CALENDAR
January 17
March 14
May 16
August 1
September 26
November 21
January 9, 2027
NATIONAL CITY Week-end Classes
2026 CALENDAR
Please text for class dates and requirements.
MIRAMAR Week-end Classes
2026 CALENDER
January 3
February 21
April 11
may 30
July 18
September 5
October 24
December 12
January 23, 2027
EL CAJON ** Week-end Classes
2026 CALENDER
January 3
February 21
April 11
May 30
July 18
September 5
October 24
January 23, 2027
Please check for more info & pricing
2026 Class Dates:
Call for Class dates
***Class starting date can be changed. *****
"We strongly advise prospective students to enroll in advance, as classes may reach capacity early, at which point enrollment will close."
Enroll For HHA Now:
Enrollment now available for the 40-hours Home Health Aid (HHA) course
2026 Monday through Friday
4pm to 8:00 pm (10 days)
Weekend Classes
8:00 am to 4:00 pm (5 Days)
January 12
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
San Diego Medical College offers Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training to students in San Diego, Chula Vista, National City, El Cajon, and surrounding areas. Our CNA course is one of the most respected in Southern California, combining quality education with real-world experience.