Certified Nurse Assistant Program (Day Class)
The LGL College Nurse Assistant Program prepares you to become a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) in the State of California. Upon successful completion, you’ll be eligible to take the California state exam at our campus and begin work as an entry-level healthcare professional in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and home-care settings. The curriculum combines theory and hands-on clinical practice so you master the skills required of a CNA.
Total cost includes: BLS card, Live Scan fingerprints, eBooks, and the state test fee. No surprise add-ons.
- CNA state exam on our campus — 99% pass rate
- No GED or high school diploma required
- Job placement assistance after you pass
Become a CNA and Launch a Healthcare Career
CNA demand is strong across California, and your certification opens doors right away — and later, toward LVN and RN.
Pay, job availability, and outcomes vary by employer, experience, and location. LGL College provides training and job placement assistance but cannot guarantee employment or earnings.
Everything You Need to Get Certified
Your tuition covers everything — program, materials, and state exam
eBooks & Materials
All course eBooks and learning materials are included in your tuition.
BLS Card
Earn your Basic Life Support (BLS) certification as part of the program.
Live Scan Fingerprints
Your required CDPH background-check fingerprinting is included — no extra trip.
State Exam Fee
The California CNA state exam fee is covered — and you test on our campus.
State-Approved Training You Can Trust
About the CNA Day Program in La Habra
The LGL College Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) program is a state-approved pathway to becoming a CNA in California — and our accelerated day classes are the fastest way to get certified. In about six weeks, you'll move from the classroom to the clinical floor and into your CNA state exam, all without leaving La Habra.
The program combines online theory with hands-on clinical practice so you master real patient-care skills — vital signs, mobility, hygiene, infection control, and communication — under experienced nursing instructors. Because LGL College hosts the California CNA state exam on campus, you test where you trained, which is one reason our students maintain a 99% pass rate.
Students travel to our campus from across Orange County and Los Angeles — including Fullerton, Anaheim, Whittier, Brea, and Buena Park — for CNA training that leads directly to work in hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, rehabilitation centers, and home health. Many graduates use their CNA certification as the first step toward becoming an LVN or RN.
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CNA Day Program FAQs
What is the tuition and what's included?
Tuition is $2,300 and includes the program eBook(s), BLS card, Live Scan fingerprints, and the CNA state exam test fee. You'll just need well-fitting black scrubs. Monthly payment plans are available through Affirm to spread the cost over time.
How long is the Day CNA Program and what's the format?
6 weeks total, on a Day Hybrid schedule: the first 3 weeks are online theory and the last 3 weeks are in-person clinical. Classes run Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM.
How do I get started?
Apply to the LGL College CNA Program, attend orientation, and pay the registration fee to secure your seat. Our admissions team will guide you through each step.
What is the age requirement to join the program?
You must be 16 years or older to enroll. After completing the program, you'll be eligible to take the state exam to become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).
Do I need a High School Diploma or GED?
No — a GED or high school diploma is not required to enroll. You'll need a valid State ID or Driver's License and an SSN or ITIN.
Is a background check required?
Yes. All CNA students complete a CDPH background check (Live Scan fingerprinting), which is included in your tuition, as part of California licensing requirements.
Can I enroll if I have a prior conviction?
Review CDPH's list of disqualifying convictions before fingerprinting. If a disqualifying conviction applies, enrollment may proceed only with a Certificate of Rehabilitation. Our admissions team can help you understand your options.
How many hours are required to pass?
A minimum of 60 hours of theory and 100 hours of clinical. A 75% overall grade is required, plus completion of assigned quizzes, workbook, and weekly coursework.
Where are classes and clinicals held?
Classroom training is at 618 E. Whittier Blvd, La Habra, CA 90631. Clinical hours take place at partner facilities in Fullerton and La Mirada — schedules are provided during lectures.
Can I take the CNA state exam on campus?
Yes. LGL College is an approved testing center and administers the California CNA state exam on our campus after program completion — convenient, with a strong success track record and a 99% pass rate.
What technology do I need for the online theory?
A computer (PC or Mac) with a webcam and microphone, Zoom and Microsoft Teams, a modern browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge), and a stable connection of 15 Mb/s or faster.
What payment options do you offer?
Monthly payment plans are available through Affirm — including 0% APR options and payments as low as $96/month for qualified students — to help spread tuition over time.
Why choose LGL College?
LGL College offers BPPE-approved, CDPH-approved CNA training with experienced instructors, modern learning resources, the state exam on campus, job placement assistance, and flexible monthly payments through Affirm.
Do you help with jobs after graduation?
Yes. We provide job placement assistance, connecting graduates with local hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities across Orange County and Los Angeles.
From Enrollment to Certified in 6 Weeks
A clear, guided path from your first class to your CNA certification.
Enroll & Onboard
Reserve your seat, complete Live Scan fingerprinting and TB/health clearance.
Online Theory
First 3 weeks: learn the fundamentals online, on a schedule that works for you.
In-Person Clinical
Last 3 weeks: hands-on patient-care training at our partner sites in Fullerton and La Mirada.
State Exam on Campus
Take the California CNA state exam where you trained, then start working.
