Modern CNA Training.
Hybrid & Flexible.
100% online theory with in-person clinical rotation for California Certified Nursing Assistant certification. Train, test, and renew all in one academy — now a Regional Testing Center serving Northern California.
100%
Online Theory
Live & synchronous via Zoom160
Total Hours
60 theory / 100 clinical6–8
Weeks
Weekday or weekend tracksRTC
Test On-Site
Credentia & HeadmasterTrain. Test. Renew. One Roof.
CAL ACE is now a Regional Testing Center — your one-stop shop for CNA success. Complete the program with us, take your State Competency Exam in our skills lab, get certified, and renew your CNA license to stay compliant in California and other states through reciprocity.
- Complete your CNA training at CAL ACE
- Take your State Competency Exam on-site
- Renew your CNA license with our CE Units
- Job leads and employer connections across Northern California
Is it legit?
CAL ACE is CDPH-approved (ELS0041). Verify our approval directly on the official California Department of Public Health provider list.
CAL ACE offers weekday and weekend clinicals for San Jose, Saratoga, Santa Cruz, and Sacramento. Theory is 100% online.
Tuition: $1,798
Pay in full or by installment — same training, materials, and support either way. The registration fee is refundable on or before Day 1.
$200 Registration
Due on or before Day 1 (refundable)
$800 — Payment 1
Week 1 of the program
$798 — Payment 2
Week 5 of the program
Livescan/fingerprinting, BLS/CPR, TB testing, other health documents, and the State Exam fee are not included. The State Exam fee is paid directly to Credentia/Headmaster.
Installments vs. Pay in Full
| Feature | Installments | Pay in Full |
|---|---|---|
| BP & Stethoscope Kit (practice equipment) | ✗ | ✓ |
| Paperback Textbook (printed) | ✗ | ✓ |
| Digital Textbook | ✓ | ✓ |
| Uniform (scrub set, embroidered logo) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Clinical Starter Kit (bag, lanyard, ID & buddy card) | ✓ | ✓ |
| State Exam Readiness Kit | ✓ | ✓ |
| Job Tools & Career Support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pinning & Graduation Ceremony | ✓ | ✓ |
Upcoming Cohorts
All dates subject to change based on enrollment.
| Month | Weekend Cohort | Weekday Cohort |
|---|---|---|
| June | Jun 15 – Aug 4 | Jun 15 – Jul 24 |
| July | Jul 20 – Sep 8 | Jul 6 – Aug 14 |
| August | Aug 24 – Oct 13 | Aug 24 – Oct 2 |
| September | Sep 28 – Nov 17 | Sep 28 – Nov 6 |
| October | No class | No class |
| November | Nov 2 – Dec 22 | Nov 2 – Dec 12 |
Locations & Hours
Weekend clinicals run 7:00 AM–7:30 PM; weekdays 7:00 AM–3:30 PM.
| Location | Facility | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Santa Cruz | Redwood Grove Post Acute | Weekday & Weekend |
| Saratoga | The Villas of Saratoga | Weekday & Weekend |
| Central San Jose | Herman Health Care Center | Weekday & Weekend |
| East San Jose | Canyon Springs Post Acute | Weekday & Weekend |
| West San Jose | White Blossom Care Center | Weekday & Weekend |
| South Sacramento | Cedarwood Post Acute | Weekend (weekday Jun & Jul only) |
| Carmichael | American River Center | Weekend only (Jun & Jul) |
160 Hours, Two Tracks
| Component | Weekday Group | Weekend Group |
|---|---|---|
| Online Theory (Mon–Fri 9am–1pm or 5pm–9pm) | 60 H | 60 H |
| Clinical Training | 100 H Mon–Fri, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM | 100 H Sat & Sun, 7:00 AM–7:30 PM |
| Total Hours | 160 H | 160 H |
COVID card, TB test, and physical exam may be submitted during the first week of class — they don't have to be done before the first day.
How to Qualify
- At least 16 years old
- Based in or migrating to California
- Tax ID or SS Number
- Driver's license or Passport
- TB test and physical exam
Technology Requirements
Tech support before/during business hours: (408) 256-1347 or calace@cna.school.
What You'll Learn
- Introduction to CNA
- Patient/Resident Rights
- Communication
- Management of Catastrophe
- Body Mechanics
- Medical & Surgical Asepsis
- Weights and Measures
- Patient Care Skills
- Care Procedures
- Vital Signs
- Nutrition
- Emergency Procedures
- Long Term Care
- Rehabilitative Nursing
- Observation & Charting
- Death and Dying
- Resident Abuse
Grading Requirements
| Grade | Result |
|---|---|
| 79% & above | Pass — continue to clinical |
| 78% & below | Fail — one retake per test/quiz |
- Minimum 79% average required to pass theory
- Only one retake allowed per test or quiz
- No rounding (78.5% stays 78.5%)
- Homework over one day late receives 0% unless excused
- Theory grades must be satisfactory before clinical
Sponsorships
Selected employers cover program fees and offer job placement on completion — making your tuition 100% free.
See If You Qualify
Cal Ace and partner organizations offer scholarship opportunities for eligible students.
Your Instructors
Learn from instructors who know the State Exam inside out and support you from day one.
Clinical Facilities
You attend clinicals at your designated local site. San Jose students won't travel to Sacramento or Santa Cruz. More facilities to be listed.
- Canyon Springs Post-Acute — 180 N Jackson Ave, San Jose
- Herman Healthcare Center — 2295 Plummer Ave, San Jose 95125
- White Blossom Care Center — 1990 Fruitdale Ave, San Jose 95128
- Redwood Grove Post Acute — 2990 Soquel Ave, Santa Cruz 95062
- The Villas at Saratoga — 20400 Saratoga-Los Gatos Rd, Saratoga 95070
- Cedarwood Post-Acute — 1090 Rio Ln, Sacramento 95822
- American River Center — 3900 Garfield Ave, Carmichael 95608
- Camino Ridge Post-Acute — 1949 Grant Rd, Mountain View 94040
Job Placement
CAL ACE partners with a wide network of healthcare employers and offers career support. We do not guarantee employment — offers depend on employer needs, student performance, certification, and other factors. Our goal is to prepare you with the skills and confidence to succeed.
Where we are
Main: 1535 Landess Ave #103, Milpitas, CA 95035
Online: Zoom video classes (synchronous)
Take the Next Step.
Start your CNA journey with CAL ACE Nursing Academy — train, test, and renew, all in Northern California. Appointments available 1pm–4pm, Monday to Friday.