The CNA Triple Advantage
CAL ACE Nursing Academy is a Regional Testing Center and offers a one-stop pathway for CNA success.
Finish the CAL ACE CNA program with online theory and in-person clinical training.
Use approved vendors Credentia or Headmaster TMU for the California NNAAP (CNA) state exam.
Return to CAL ACE for continuing education units to support CNA license renewal.
State Approval
CAL ACE Nursing Academy is approved by the California Department of Public Health as a Nurse Assistant Training Program.
Verify approved training programs and related California CNA requirements through CDPH.
Approved CNA ProvidersClinical Schedule Overview
CAL ACE offers weekday and weekend clinicals across San Jose, Santa Cruz, Sacramento, Carmichael, and Mountain View. Theory is 100% online.
| Location | Facility | Weekend Clinical | Weekday Clinical |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Cruz | Redwood Grove Post Acute | 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Mountain View | Camino Ridge Post-Acute | 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM |
| Central San Jose | Herman Health Care Center | 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM |
| East San Jose | Canyon Springs Post Acute | 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM |
| South Sacramento | Cedarwood Post Acute | 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM | Only available June and July |
| Carmichael | American River Center | Only available June and July | No weekday |
| Month | Weekend Cohort | Weekday Cohort |
|---|---|---|
| September | September 28 – November 17 | September 28 – November 6 |
| October | No Class | No Class |
| November | November 2 – December 22 | November 2 – December 12 |
| December | Dec 07, 2026 to Jan 26, 2027 | Dec 07, 2026 to Jan 16, 2027 |
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CAL ACE Nursing Academy partners with a wide network of healthcare employers and offers robust career support. Employment is not guaranteed. Job offers depend on employer needs, student performance, certification, and other external factors.
Address: 1535 Landess Ave #103, Milpitas, CA 95035
Online: Zoom video classes (synchronous)
Free Tuition
Selected sponsorship opportunities may cover program fees and may also include employment pathways after program completion.
Eligible students may qualify for CNA training sponsorship through the Caregiver Education Fund.
View Sponsorship OpportunitiesEmployers and organizations may partner with CAL ACE to support students and workforce development.
Partner With UsEligibility
Program Length
160 total hours for both weekday and weekend clinical groups.
| Program | Weekday Clinical Group | Weekend Clinical Group |
|---|---|---|
| Online Theory / Online Class Instruction | Monday–Friday: 9 AM–1 PM or 5 PM–9 PM Total: 60H |
Monday–Friday: 9 AM–1 PM or 5 PM–9 PM Total: 60H |
| Clinical Training | Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM (8 hrs/day) except Day 29 (4 hrs), for a total of 31 days
including theory and makeup days. Total: 100H |
Saturday and Sunday, 7:00 AM–7:30 PM (12 hrs/day) except Day 25 (4 hrs), for a total of 27 days
including theory and makeup days. Total: 100H |
| Total Hours | 160 Hours | 160 Hours |
Curriculum
Grading Requirements
| Grade Range | Result | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 79% and above | Pass | Student may continue to the clinical portion. |
| 78% and below | Fail | One retake is allowed per failed test or quiz. If still below 79%, the failed module must be repeated in accordance with school policy. |
Program Cost and Inclusion
Livescan and fingerprinting, BLS/CPR certification, TB testing, required health documents, and the State Exam fee are not included in tuition. The State Exam fee is paid directly to the testing provider.
Tuition remains the same whether paid in full or by installment. Training, materials, and support are otherwise the same except where noted below.
| Feature | Installments | Paid in Full (on or before first day of class) |
|---|---|---|
| Blood Pressure and Stethoscope Kit | ✗ Not included | ✓ Included |
| Paperback Textbook | ✗ Not included | ✓ Included |
| Digital Textbook | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| Uniform (1 set) | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| Clinical Starter Kit | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| State Exam Readiness Kit | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| Job Tools & Career Support | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| Pinning Ceremony | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| Graduation Ceremony | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
Technology Requirements
Tutorials for Google Classroom and other tools are provided during orientation. Technical assistance is available before or during business hours.
Phone: (408) 256-1347
Email: calace@cna.school
Practice Tests
Clinical Sites
Students are assigned to local clinical clusters whenever possible. San Jose students are not required to travel to Sacramento or Santa Cruz for clinicals.
CNA Classes
CAL ACE Nursing Academy provides resources and guidance to help students prepare for success in CNA classes, CNA certification, CNA training, and the Nurse Assistant Training Program (NATP).
CAL ACE offers CDPH-approved CNA programs serving students across Sacramento, Santa Clara, San Jose, Santa Cruz, and Alameda County.
The program combines classroom instruction with hands-on clinical training and supports students from training through testing and ongoing continuing education.
Nursing Assistant
CAL ACE offers online CNA programs and certification courses designed for students across Sacramento, San Jose, Santa Cruz, and Alameda County.
Online theory gives students convenient access to course materials, engaging instructors, and interactive learning while clinical training provides real hands-on experience.
The hybrid format helps students balance school with work, family, and other commitments while preparing for CNA certification.
Regional Testing Center
CAL ACE Nursing Academy is an official Regional Testing Center for Certified Nursing Assistants.
Through California-approved testing vendors Credentia and D&SDT-Headmaster, students can complete training and then schedule certification testing through approved testing channels.
Already a CNA? CAL ACE also provides continuing education units to support license renewal.
Programs
Certified Nursing Assistant training with online theory and in-person clinicals.
Register NowContinuing education units for CNA license renewal and professional development.
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