CNA classes in Santa Clarita, CA

6 schools within 30 miles of Santa Clarita, CA offer nursing assistant (CNA) programs, and one is in Santa Clarita itself. CNAs in California earn a median $47,630 a year, according to the BLS.

Within 30 miles
6
Closest
4 mi
Public colleges
3
Median pay in CA
$47,630

6 nursing assistant (CNA) schools within 30 mi of Santa Clarita, CA

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  1. College of the Canyons

    Santa Clarita, CA · 4.0 mi · Public

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Welding
    • Automotive technician
    • +9

  2. Los Angeles Mission College

    Sylmar, CA · 8.4 mi · Public

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Pharmacy technician
    • Culinary arts
    • +2

  3. National Career College

    Panorama City, CA · 14 mi · Private

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +1

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  5. High Desert Medical College

    Lancaster, CA · 27 mi · Private

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
    • +6

  6. Angeles College

    Los Angeles, CA · 27 mi · Private

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)
    • Medical assistant
    • Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)

  7. Los Angeles County College of Nursing & Allied Health

    Los Angeles, CA · 29 mi · Public

    • Nursing assistant (CNA)

What CNAs earn in California

Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.

CNA salary in CaliforniaHow to become a CNA

Median pay
$47,630
$22.90 an hour
Typical range
$40,110–$61,100
10th to 90th percentile
Jobs in CA
110,060
Job growth, 2025–35
+2.6%
196,200 openings a year (U.S.)

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the closest nursing assistant (CNA) schools to Santa Clarita?

The closest are College of the Canyons (Santa Clarita, 4 mi), Los Angeles Mission College (Sylmar, 8 mi), and National Career College (Panorama City, 14 mi). In total, 6 schools within 30 miles teach nursing assistant (CNA).

How much do nursing assistant (CNA) programs near Santa Clarita cost?

For the 5 schools nearby that report it, the average yearly net price after aid ranges from $3,702 to $29,627. Ask each school for the full program cost, including tools, books and exam fees.

How much do CNAs make near Santa Clarita?

Across California, the median pay is $47,630 a year, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay varies by employer, experience and certifications.

How do I choose a nursing assistant (CNA) school in Santa Clarita?

Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.

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