Admissions Requirements
To enroll in the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Training Program at East Bay CNA Academy, applicants must meet the following requirements in accordance with California Department of Public Health (CDPH) guidelines and clinical site policies.
At East Bay CNA Academy, we make the enrollment process simple and easy to follow. Our team will walk you through each step before class begins.
Basic Admission Requirements
To enroll in the CNA program, students must:
Be at least 16 years old
Provide a valid government-issued photo ID
Complete the enrollment application and required school forms
Be able to attend all required classroom, skills lab, and clinical training hours
Required Before Clinical Training
Before students begin clinical training, the following items must be completed or submitted:
Physical exam or health clearance
TB test results
Immunization records
Live Scan/background clearance, if required by CDPH or the clinical facility
Current CPR/BLS certification
CPR/BLS certification is completed separately and must be submitted before clinical placement.
Non-Discrimination Policy
East Bay CNA Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, or any other status protected by law.
Need Help?
Don’t worry if you are unsure where to start. We will review all requirements with you during the enrollment process and help you understand what is needed before class and clinical training.
Ready to begin? Complete the pre-enrollment form and our team will contact you with the next steps.
Admission Disclaimer
Admission to the program does not guarantee employment or certification. Certification is granted by the California Department of Public Health upon successful completion of the training program and passing the state competency examination.
