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CNA Training in
Placentia

Placentia is home to UCI Health Placentia Linda Hospital at 1301 N. Rose Drive — a community hospital acquired by UCI Health in 2024, offering 24/7 emergency care, cardiology, orthopaedics, and senior health services. Providence St. Jude Medical Center in adjacent Fullerton is 10 minutes away. This family-oriented community of 51,000 offers accessible CNA employment in the heart of north Orange County.

41 miles
From LMCC Campus
49 min
Drive Time
31
Days to CNA
95%
State Exam Pass Rate

CNA Training for Placentia Residents

Placentia is home to UCI Health Placentia Linda Hospital — a community hospital offering 24/7 emergency care, cardiology, orthopaedics, and senior health services. Acquired by UCI Health in 2024, the hospital benefits from the resources of Orange County's only academic health system. Providence St. Jude Medical Center in Fullerton is just 10 minutes away. This family-oriented community of 51,000 sits 49 minutes from LMCC but offers graduates a strong local healthcare job market. CNA certification through LMCC takes just 31 days and leads to careers earning $27+/hr across north Orange County.

WIOA Funding Available

If you've been displaced from employment or meet income eligibility, WIOA covers 100% of tuition and may include a monthly stipend while you train. Check your eligibility →

Why Placentia Residents Choose LMCC

Placentia residents choose Lotus Medical Career College for speed, affordability, and outcomes. Just a 49 min drive from Placentia, LMCC offers a 31-day CDPH-approved program with a 95% first-attempt pass rate and 87% job placement within six months. Most students pay $0 through WIOA workforce funding — no loans, no debt, no catch.

31
Days to Certification
Fastest CNA program in the region. 10 days online theory + 21 days hands-on clinicals.
$0
With WIOA Funding
Eligible students pay nothing. WIOA covers full $2,995 tuition plus possible stipend.
95%
First-Attempt Pass Rate
BPPE-verified. Our students pass the state CNA exam on the first try at a rate far above average.

Healthcare Employers Near Placentia

Your CNA certificate opens doors at hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and home health agencies across Orange County:

  • UCI Health – Placentia Linda Hospital (1301 N Rose Dr)
  • Providence St. Jude Medical Center (Fullerton, 10 min)
  • Placentia Post Acute (SNF)
  • Kaiser Permanente Anaheim Medical Offices
  • Home health agencies serving north OC

Plus hundreds more CNA openings across Orange County. California's $25/hour healthcare minimum wage takes effect in 2026.

Getting to LMCC from Placentia

49-minute drive via 57 north to 10 east. Limited public transit. Kraemer Blvd and Placentia Ave connect to the 57.

Campus Address

Lotus Medical Career College

1460 E Holt Ave, Suite 176A, Pomona, CA 91767

(909) 625-8050

CNA Training FAQ for Placentia Residents

How do I get from Placentia to LMCC?

Take the 57 Freeway north to the 10 east, exit Garey Ave — about 41 miles, 49 minutes. Kraemer Blvd or Placentia Ave connect to the 57 northbound.

Are there CNA jobs in Placentia?

UCI Health Placentia Linda Hospital (1301 N Rose Dr) hires CNAs across its departments. Providence St. Jude Medical Center is 10 minutes away. Placentia Post Acute provides SNF employment. Home health agencies serve the community's growing senior population.

How long is the CNA program?

Our intensive CNA program takes 31 days. You can complete certification and start working while other students are still in their first semester.

Is WIOA funding available for CNA training?

Yes. If you've been displaced from employment or meet eligibility requirements, WIOA covers 100% of tuition and may include a stipend while you're training. We help you apply.

What's the job outlook after graduation?

In Orange County alone, there are 874+ CNA job openings. Our 87% job placement rate (90/103, BPPE 2024) reflects real demand. Most graduates find employment within 30 days.

Do I need prior healthcare experience?

No. We train you from zero. Our curriculum covers patient safety, hygiene, vital signs, communication, and hands-on clinical skills.

What's the tuition cost?

Tuition is $2,995 (all-inclusive). If you qualify for WIOA funding, it may be covered at no cost.

Where will I train?

Our main campus is in Pomona, just 41 miles from Placentia. You'll train on real hospital equipment and do clinical rotations at partner facilities.

Ready to Start Your CNA Career?

Next cohort starts March 13, 2026. Reserve your seat — free consultation, no obligation.

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