At Alpha First Medical Academy, we are committed to providing top-quality Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training to aspiring healthcare professionals throughout California. Our comprehensive program is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in a rewarding nursing career.
We understand that convenience is key to reaching your goals. Thatās why our CNA training is offered at our centrally located Sonoma County Hub in Petaluma, California.
Our Petaluma location features a state-of-the-art training facility and experienced instructors dedicated to supporting you every step of the way. Whether youāre local or commuting from nearby communities, youāll find flexible class schedules and a welcoming environment that helps you thrive.
Petaluma, CA
We understand that convenience is key to your success. Thatās why we offer CNA training at multiple hubs across California.Ā We currently have courses in our Sonoma County Hub, Bay Area Hub and Southern California Hub.
Our many locations help ensure that you can access our classes no matter where you are. Each hub is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and experienced instructors who are dedicated to your success.
Petaluma, CA
Danville, CA
Norwalk, CA
We know that everyoneās schedule is different, which is why we offer flexible class schedules at each of our hubs. Whether youāre balancing work, family, or other commitments, youāll find a program that fits your lifestyle. From day classes to weekend options, we make it easy for you to pursue your CNA certification.
Our experienced instructors are passionate about teaching and committed to your success. With a blend of lectures and hands-on clinical experience, youāll gain the practical skills you need to provide exceptional care. Our curriculum is designed to prepare you for the California State CNA Certification Exam and ensure youāre ready to enter the workforce with confidence.
From the moment you enroll, we are here to support you. Our dedicated staff will guide you through the enrollment process, assist with scheduling, and provide resources to help you succeed in your studies. After completing the program, we offer job placement assistance to help you take the next step in your career.
At Alpha First Medical Academy, youāre not just enrolling in a programāyouāre joining a community of future healthcare professionals who are passionate about making a difference. Our graduates go on to work in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and home healthcare, and many use their CNA certification as a stepping stone to further nursing education.
Our full-time program is Monday through Friday for four weeks. Lecture will be the first part of the course and will be from 9am – 3pm. Clinicals will be the last part of the course and will align with our clinical sites, normally 7am – 3pm. Times may vary slightly. This is a fast-paced course but you will be fully prepared to take your state exam and work as a CNA upon completion.
Our full-time program is Monday through Friday for four weeks. Lecture will be the first part of the course and will be from 9am – 3pm. Clinicals will be the last part of the course and will align with our clinical sites, normally 6:30am – 2pm. Times may vary slightly. This is a fast-paced course but you will be fully prepared to take your state exam and work as a CNA upon completion.
Students will read from the provided book, learn through lectures and videos about the skills you need to be a CNA. There will be quizzes that prepare you for your final exam and ultimately, the certification exam. We teach you to know your theory and skills, so you feel confident every step of the way to be the best CNA possible and to pass the certification test!
Our state-of-the-art skills lab offers a real-life skilled nursing room that feels right inside our school. With all the equipment you will see in your patientās room in real-life, we teach you in the up-to-date lab where you will get ample time to practice what you have learned in the theory portion of the course.
Did we mention both Emily and Kiran work in Skilled Nursing settings? Why is that a good thing? Because they know exactly what they are doing in this setting. Clinicals are the students' hands-on experience with real residents and patients. You will be paired with competent and experienced CNAs to work alongside them and learn from them. The information you have learned in theory and in the skills lab will be put into practice. And donāt be nervous! It will be a great, fun learning experience that we will be there for right alongside you!
Need financial assistance? We have partnered with The Leading Age and their “The Gateway-In Program”. This fantastic program will pay for your CNA and HHA schooling, if you qualify. Please visit their website at leadingageca.org/tgip/student-interest-form. *Please note we have no involvement with who qualifies or is chosen. We are merely a third-party company that provides CNA and HHA training*
Need financial assistance? We offer payment plans to those who qualify. Please email or call for more information.