CNA Program Information and Cost
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Program Information and Curriculum
The CNA program is a one-semester program held at the Chaffey College Fontana Campus or Chaffey College Chino Campus. Classes are typically scheduled during the afternoon/evening hours, allowing more schedule flexibility for working individuals or high school students. Mandatory clinicals are scheduled on Saturdays at a local skilled nursing facility approved by CDPH.
The program is approved by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), therefore it is required to take and pass the state testing at the completion of the CNA program.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon the successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate the skills and knowledge needed to pass the California state nursing assistant certification examination.
- Perform basic nursing and personal care skills for residents from diverse and multicultural backgrounds.
- Use critical thinking as a basis for effective decision making.
- List and discuss various career opportunities available to them through professional development.
- Promote resident’s rights and independence.
- Communicate effectively and with residents, families, and members of the health care
team.
Nursing Assisting Gainful Employment
In this profession, CNAs will assist ill or recovering patients with their healthcare needs. The registered nurse or licensed practical nurse assigns duties to the certified nursing assistant depending on the needs of the patient. These duties can be providing basic care or assisting in daily activities patients have trouble with, such as bathing, grooming and toileting. CNAs often work in a wide variety of settings such as nursing homes, hospitals, adult day care centers, personal homes, assisted living facilities and more than 30 other facility types.
Certified nursing assistant jobs are expected increase by 19 percent through 2024 in the Inland Empire, according to a Centers of Excellence study. Would you like to be part of a high-demand profession that allows you to help others? Consider the certified nursing assistant program.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
CNA Estimated Program Costs
There is no tuition cost for this program!
| Parking at Chino and Fontana Campus | $30.00 |
| Maroon Scrub Top | $15.50 |
| Black Scrub Pants | $15.50 |
| CNA Kit (includes blood pressure cuff, stethoscope, gait belt, bath basin, bedpan, silicone band watch, and tote bag.) | $90.50 |
| Textbook | $76.50 |
| Workbook | $24.00 |
| CNA State Exam Testing Fee | $120.00 |
| Livescan Fingerprinting | $50.00 |
| Health Screening Requirements (prices may vary based upon individual health insurance) | $330.00 |
| Estimated total fees | $752.00 |
