About
Los Angeles Career College’s Nurse Assistant Program in Northridge, California, prepares students to become Certified Nurse Assistants in California through the state examination. The program covers theory and practical application of skills used by nursing assistants in hospital, long-term care, and home care settings. It is a California Department of Public Health-approved blended program with online lectures and in-person clinical training. Weekday and weekend scheduling is available. Admission does not require a high school diploma or GED.
At a glance
- Format: HYBRID
- Next start: September 28, 2026
- Leads to: Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) State exam in California
- Financial aid: available (per the school's page)
Organization
Los Angeles Career College
Los Angeles Career College — Northridge campus is a career school in Northridge, California. It prepares students for healthcare-related work through Basic Life Support certification, Certified Nursing Assistant, CPR FIRST AID, Medical Assistant, and Phlebotomy training. The school combines career programs with short-term certification classes, including BLS, ACLS, PALS, and IV Therapy. Instruction is available in online and in-class formats for several offerings. Its phlebotomy program is described as state approved and includes lectures and clinical experiences. Nurse assistant training focuses on patient care in healthcare settings and participation as part of a nursing team. The college also provides continuing education for Certified Nursing Assistants and Home Health Aides, along with CPR and First Aid instruction for people who need documented course completion for work or regulatory requirements.