What is the requirements for a certified nurse assistant in ca?

Here go to this site all the info you need.
http://www.dhs.ca.gov/lnc/download/cert/...

http://www.dhs.ca.gov/lnc/cert/default.h...

There is a frequently asked questions section on the above link.
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Certified Nurse Assistant
The Nurse Assistant Program at Modesto Junior College is a one-semester course (NURSE 40, 5.5 units) that includes 50 hours of classroom instruction and 100 hours of supervised clinical experience within the guidelines set by the State Department of Health Services. The Program is offered in the fall and spring semesters. After successful completion of the Program, students are eligible to take the certification examination to become a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA). The exam has been developed to meet the evaluation requirements of federal and state nurse aid and competency evaluation legislation. Red Cross testing is available at MJC at the end of each class. Program expenses vary for each individual.

The estimated cost for the Nurse Assistant Program is $650 that includes books, enrollment, health clearance, fingerprinting, and certification examination and application fees. For financial aid information, call 575-7700. For inquiries about the program, call Allied Health, 575-6362.

Additional Requirements
for Students Enrolled in Nurse 40 Please Note: You may pick up a Health Clearance form from the Allied Health Office as soon as you have enrolled in Nurse 40. The Health Clearance and PPD requirement must be completed by the 3rd week of class.) Health Clearance 搂 A medical history and physical examination completed by a physician, physician鈥檚 assistant, or nurse practitioner within 3 months prior to program start date. The physical must state that the applicant does not have any health conditions that would create a hazard to self, employees, or patients.

Documentation of required immunizations - A negative PPD skin test must be obtained. If a positive reaction is obtained, or has previously been obtained, a chest x-ray must be taken unless medically contraindicated.

Fingerprinting and Criminal Background Check - All students participating in clinical assignments are required to complete a criminal background check and fingerprinting, and be cleared by the clinical facility in order to participate in the clinical experience. The cost for the fingerprinting and criminal background check is about $57.00. Forms and instructions for completing this will be provided by your instructor during the first week of class.

Nurse Assistant Certification Application
(HS-283B) Nurse 40 students will receive required forms and instructions on completing the Department of Health Services application process in class. (Cost - $90)