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Getting Started
About the Program
No. CNA Pathways is designed for people with no healthcare experience. We teach you everything from the ground up. All you need is a high school diploma or GED, a clean background check, and the motivation to show up on weekends.
Yes. That's why the program runs on weekends. Theory is online so you study when it fits your schedule during the week. Clinicals are Saturdays and Sundays in Visalia. Your weekday income stays intact.
30 days. Four consecutive weekends of clinical training plus online theory during the week. You complete all required hours and are ready for the state certification exam by the end of the fourth weekend.
In-person clinicals take place at our training site in Visalia, CA. Students from across the Central Valley commute to Visalia on weekends for hands-on training.
15 students maximum per cohort. Small class sizes mean more hands-on time with instructors and better preparation for the certification exam.
A Certified Nursing Assistant provides direct patient care under the supervision of nurses. CNAs help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, eating, and mobility. They take vital signs, observe patient conditions, and are often the healthcare workers patients interact with most.
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Cost & Aid
Tuition and Financial Aid
$1,400 total. That covers all instruction, clinical training, materials, and exam preparation. No hidden fees. Many students qualify for full tuition coverage through government workforce programs like WIOA.
Direct payment of $1,400. Payment plans available. Many students qualify for government tuition assistance through WIOA, EDD, CalWORKs, or other workforce programs. Contact us and we'll help you explore your options.
Yes. Many Central Valley residents qualify for tuition coverage through WIOA (Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act), EDD training benefits, CalWORKs, and other government programs. Fill out our enrollment form and indicate your interest in financial aid. We'll guide you through the process.
After Graduation
Career and Certification
You'll be prepared to take the California state CNA certification exam. Once you pass, you can start working immediately. CNA positions are in high demand across the Central Valley.
We prepare you thoroughly. Our exam prep includes practice tests and skills demonstrations that mirror the actual exam. If you need additional preparation, we work with you.
In the Central Valley, CNA starting salaries average around $38,000 per year. With experience, that number goes up. And CNA is the first step toward LVN ($55,000) and RN ($90,000+) careers.
Your next career starts this weekend.
30 days. $1,400. Weekends only. 15 spots per class.