CNA Training in
San Bernardino
The county seat of San Bernardino County (222,000 residents), San Bernardino is a major healthcare hub with Dignity Health's St. Bernardine Medical Center (342 beds) and Community Hospital, Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (456 beds) in adjacent Colton, and SAC Health System — one of the nation's largest FQHCs with 240,000+ patient visits annually. Loma Linda University Medical Center, the region's only Level I trauma center, is 10 minutes east.
CNA Training for San Bernardino Residents
San Bernardino — the Inland Empire's county seat with 222,000 residents — is one of the region's largest healthcare markets. The city is home to Dignity Health's St. Bernardine Medical Center (342 beds) and Community Hospital, plus SAC Health System, one of the nation's largest federally qualified health centers with 240,000+ patient visits per year across 11 locations. Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (456 beds) in adjacent Colton and Loma Linda University Medical Center (the IE's only Level I trauma center) are each 10 minutes away. With a median income of $45,000, many residents qualify for WIOA-funded free CNA training at LMCC, 39 minutes west via the 10.
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 San Bernardino Residents Choose LMCC
San Bernardino residents choose Lotus Medical Career College for speed, affordability, and outcomes. Just a 39 min drive from San Bernardino, 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.
Healthcare Employers Near San Bernardino
Your CNA certificate opens doors at hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and home health agencies across San Bernardino County:
- ✓Dignity Health – St. Bernardine Medical Center (342 beds)
- ✓Dignity Health – Community Hospital of San Bernardino
- ✓Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (456 beds, Colton)
- ✓SAC Health System (FQHC, 11 locations, 240K+ patient visits/yr)
- ✓Loma Linda University Medical Center (regional, 10 min east)
Plus hundreds more CNA openings across San Bernardino County. California's $25/hour healthcare minimum wage takes effect in 2026.
Getting to LMCC from San Bernardino
39-minute drive west via 10 Freeway. Metrolink San Bernardino Line connects downtown SB to Pomona North. Omnitrans and sbX rapid transit serve local routes.
Campus Address
Lotus Medical Career College
1460 E Holt Ave, Suite 176A, Pomona, CA 91767
CNA Training FAQ for San Bernardino Residents
How do I get from San Bernardino to LMCC?▼
Take the 10 Freeway west to Garey Ave — about 32 miles, 39 minutes. Metrolink San Bernardino Line connects downtown San Bernardino to Pomona North station. Omnitrans and sbX rapid transit serve local routes.
Are there CNA jobs in San Bernardino?▼
San Bernardino has extensive CNA employment. St. Bernardine Medical Center (342 beds), Community Hospital, Arrowhead Regional (456 beds in Colton), SAC Health clinics, and Loma Linda University Medical Center (10 min east) all hire CNAs. The city's large healthcare infrastructure makes it one of the IE's strongest CNA job markets.
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 San Bernardino 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 32 miles from San Bernardino. You'll train on real hospital equipment and do clinical rotations at partner facilities.
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CNA Program Details
31-day accelerated certification — online theory + hands-on clinicals
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CNA Training Near San Bernardino
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