Evening & Weekend CNA Classes in Southern California
Work by day, train by night. Become a certified CNA while keeping your job.
Most students qualify for $0 tuition through WIOA
Designed For
Who Evening CNA Classes Are Perfect For
Different life situations. One flexible program.
Working Adults
You already have a job making $15-18/hr. The evening program lets you keep that paycheck while training for a CNA role that pays $22-25/hr. Your employer gets an employee, you get a raise. No need to choose.
Theory: 4pm-10:30pm | Clinicals: Weekends/flexible
Single Parents
Childcare during the day is expensive. Train at night when your kids are home (or with a sitter for evening classes only), do clinicals on weekends when family can help. WIOA often covers 100% of tuition -- zero out-of-pocket.
Total time: ~7 weeks | Income: maintained
Career Changers
Retail, food service, warehouse -- you're ready for something better. Evening CNA classes mean you can earn and learn simultaneously. Six weeks later, you're in healthcare with a 95% shot at passing the state exam.
No diploma required | No healthcare experience needed
College Students
Pursuing pre-med or nursing? A CNA license + clinical experience looks incredible on applications. Evening classes fit around your lecture schedule. Employers love hiring CNAs with college coursework.
Credential + experience in 6 weeks
How It Works
LMCC's Evening Hybrid Model
Theory from your couch. Clinicals on your schedule.
Online Theory Phase
Days 1-10 | 60 Hours
Schedule:
Mon-Fri, 4:00pm - 10:30pm via live Zoom
- ✓Study from home, coffee shop, library — anywhere with internet
- ✓Live Zoom sessions with your instructor — ask questions in real-time
- ✓Canvas LMS for course materials, quizzes, and 24/7 access
- ✓Patient care fundamentals, anatomy, safety, communication — everything you need
Hands-On Clinical Phase
Days 11-31 | 102 Hours
Schedule:
Weekends + flexible weekday options at partner facilities
- ✓Real patient care at CDPH-approved skilled nursing facilities
- ✓One-on-one instructor supervision for safety and confidence
- ✓Weekend blocks, or mix weekdays + weekends — we work with you
- ✓102 hours of hands-on experience you'll need to pass the state exam
Total Time: ~6-7 Weeks
Complete your CNA certification while working. No career interruption. Full income maintained.
Timeline
Week-by-Week: Your 31-Day CNA Journey
Online Theory Begins
Mon-Fri 4pm-10:30pm Zoom sessions + Canvas modules
You're learning fundamentals: anatomy, patient hygiene, vital signs, safety. Day job continues as normal. Evening classes replace your typical 6-10pm routine.
Halfway Through Online
Continue evening Zoom + start clinical prep scenarios
You're gaining confidence. Instructors introduce clinical scenarios. Your clinical facility coordinator reaches out to schedule your on-site orientation.
Online Complete — Clinical Begins
First clinical day at CDPH-approved facility (weekend or flexible)
Last Zoom session is this week. First clinical shift starts immediately after. You're nervous and excited. Your instructor walks you through everything. Real patients. Real experience.
Clinical Momentum
Multiple clinical shifts — you're logging hours and gaining confidence
By now you're comfortable with catheter care, hygiene assistance, vital signs. Instructors are noticing your improvement. You're thinking, "I can actually do this."
Final Clinical Shifts
Last few clinical days — independent practice under instructor supervision
You've hit 102 hours. Time for exam prep bootcamp. LMCC reviews all CDPH-required skills. You schedule your California CNA state exam.
Graduation + State Exam
You've completed 162 hours. Ready for the state exam.
Schedule your written and clinical exam (within 60 days of completion). 95% of LMCC students pass on the first attempt. Most are job offers within 2-4 weeks after passing.
Why Choose Evening?
LMCC Evening vs. Traditional Programs
| Feature | LMCC Evening | Traditional Full-Time | Community College |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration | 6-7 weeks | 31 days (full-time) | 6-12 months |
| Schedule | 4pm-10:30pm online + weekends clinical | 8am-2:30pm daily | Mixed daytime schedule |
| Work While Training? | Yes | Difficult (daytime only) | Possible (evening shifts) |
| Cost | $2,995 (or $0 with WIOA) | $2,500-$3,500 | $1,500-$3,000 |
| Pass Rate | 95% | Varies | 70-85% |
| Placement Help | Yes (87% employed) | Sometimes | Limited |
| Income Loss | None | 31 days lost wages | 6-12 months reduced hours |
* LMCC 95% pass rate: BPPE 2024 Performance Fact Sheet. Salary: Indeed, Feb 2026. Placement: 87% of 2024 graduates employed within 6 months.
Real Stories
How Working People Balance Training
Marcus, Single Parent
Working retail at Target, $17/hr. Two kids, ages 8 and 11. Wants to provide better.
The Challenge:
"I can't afford to quit my job. Can't pay for daycare in the evenings."
How Evening Works:
Marcus keeps his Target shifts (pays the bills). Kids are home by 7pm — his mom watches them from 4-10:30pm for Zoom classes 4 nights/week. Weekends, he does clinical Saturday-Sunday mornings while mom watches the kids. Six weeks later: CNA license, $23/hr hospital job, same schedule his kids go to school.
Priya, Career Changer
Corporate admin, $18/hr. Burned out. Ready for healthcare but can't afford a salary cut.
The Challenge:
"If I quit my job to train, I can't pay rent. I need income during training."
How Evening Works:
Priya stays at her admin job 9-4pm. Evening Zoom classes 4-10:30pm (sometimes takes one day off per week). Saturday clinicals only. By week 6, she's done. WIOA paid the $2,995 tuition. She interviews at Kaiser and lands a CNA job at $24/hr starting 3 weeks after passing her state exam.
Jordan, College Student
Junior at Cal State, pre-nursing. Wants clinical experience to strengthen med school apps.
The Challenge:
"My classes are 9am-1pm. I work at Whole Foods 2-8pm to pay tuition. No full-time program fits."
How Evening Works:
Jordan takes spring semester off from Whole Foods. Evening Zoom classes fit between college and previous work schedule. Weekend clinicals on campus (his college doesn't conflict). CNA cert + 102 clinical hours look incredible on his med school application. Employers love hiring CNAs in college.
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions about evening CNA training? We've got answers.
Can I work while taking evening CNA classes?+
Yes. LMCC's evening program is specifically designed for working adults. Theory is taught online from 4pm-10:30pm, allowing you to work day shifts. Clinical training happens on weekends at partner facilities.
How long do evening CNA classes take?+
The CNA program takes 31 calendar days total. For evening students: 10 days of online theory (4pm-10:30pm, Mon-Fri) + 21 days of weekend clinical training. You can complete the program in roughly 6-7 weeks depending on your clinical facility schedule.
Are clinicals really on weekends?+
Clinical training is flexible. Many evening students do weekend clinicals, but we work with partner facilities to accommodate your schedule. Some facilities offer Saturday-Sunday blocks, others have mixed weekday-weekend options. We'll find a fit during enrollment.
What if I can't do weekends?+
If weekend clinicals don't work, consider our AM session (8am-2:30pm) or speak with enrollment about alternative clinical scheduling. Call (909) 625-8050 to discuss your specific situation.
Is the evening program cheaper?+
No -- tuition is $2,995 regardless of morning or evening session. Both AM and PM students qualify for WIOA funding if eligible (covering 100% tuition). The difference is flexibility and timing, not cost.
Do I still get 95% pass rate in evening classes?+
Yes. LMCC's 95% state exam pass rate is consistent across all sessions. Evening students receive the same curriculum, instructor quality, clinical supervision, and exam prep. Success depends on effort, not timing.
Evening Students. Real Results.
Evening cohorts perform identically to AM cohorts.
95%
Pass the state exam on first attempt
BPPE 2024 Performance Fact Sheet
87%
Employed in healthcare within 6 months
BPPE 2024: 90/103 graduates
$22/hr
Average starting pay in Los Angeles
Indeed, Feb 2026
That's $22/hr for your first CNA role — often $4-6/hr more than your previous job.
Ready to Start Your Evening CNA Program?
Upcoming evening cohorts start throughout the year. View schedules and enroll in minutes.
Questions? Call (909) 625-8050. Our enrollment team will walk you through everything.
Your Career Starts Here
Six weeks. Evening schedule. $0 with WIOA. 95% pass rate.