CNA Frequently Asked Questions
CNA Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Procareer Academy's CNA Program approved by the State of Calfornia?
A. Absolutely! Our CNA Program is approved by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH). Please click here to confirm.
Q. What is a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)?
Q. What tasks do Certified Nursing Assistants perform?
Q. What are the additional responsibilities of a CNA?
Q. What are the requirements to become a Certified Nursing Assistant?
Q. Do I need a GED or high school diploma to take the certified nursing assistant program?
Q. Where can a CNA apply for a job?
Q. Will I receive a diploma after completing my nursing assistant program?
Q. Can I get certified if I have prior convictions?
Q. What should I do if I was convicted in the past?
Q. Whom should I notify if I change my address?
Q. May I perform the duties of a nurse assistant before I am certified?
Q. I’m already a CNA in another state and moving to California. May I perform nurse assistant duties in California?
Q. How long does your CNA program take?
Q. What is your pass rate and placement rate?
Q. What is the best way to reach Procareer Academy?
A. Due to the popularity of the free CNA program, we are unable to answer all incoming calls. Please use extension numbers if you are already dealing with an admissions representative. If we do not immediately answer, please leave a voicemail. Another option is for you to send an email to info@procareer.org. We read ALL incoming emails and respond within 24-48 hours. Please clearly state in the Subject Line of the email what help you need from us. Create a brand new email with a new subject line if you need help with a new matter. Please do not recycle old, unrelated emails. Please help us serve you better.
Q. Since the class is online, can I do it whenever I want to?
Q. What do I need to attend the class online?
Q. Can I attend using my phone, since I do not have a computer?
Q. How does the Online CNA Class work?
Q. What do I need to know about the California State CNA Exam?
Q. How much is the State CNA Exam Fee?
Q. How soon can I test?
Q. Is there a time limit in which I must pass both exams?
Q. How do I decide when to take the certification exam?
Q. How long will it take me to find out if I passed or failed?
Q. How long will my name remain on the California Department of Public Health registry?
Q. Does your school offer CEUs to allow current CNAs to maintain their certification?
Q. Under what circumstances must I retake the Certified Nursing Assistant program again?
Q. Do you have any source of tuition assistance for CNA students?
Q. What documents do I need to provide for enrollment and to obtain grant funding?
A. Please be ready to submit the following documents at the start of the enrollment process: Valid California Drivers License/ID Card, Social Security Card, COVID Vaccination card (Clinical facility requirement)
These documents are required to become a CNA in the State of California and to enroll as a CNA student. Do not submit these till you attend your online enrollment assessment. You will be asked to upload these after your online enrollment meeting. These documents are needed to confirm your eligibility for enrollment into the CNA program and to refer you to the funding agency. If you are seeking grant funding for your CNA education, your actual enrollment in the class can occur only after the funding is approved.
Q. If I get my tuition funded under the State grant, will I have to pay it back from my salary after I get a job as a CNA?
Your salary is yours to keep.