Before you apply

Requirements and cost

What you need to start the Nursing Assistant Training Program, and what it costs.

To apply

  • Age 16 or older.
  • A high school diploma or a recognized equivalent, such as a GED. International credentials must be evaluated.
  • California residency.
  • A Social Security number.
  • A government ID, such as a passport, green card, driver's license, or DMV ID.
  • Ready for a Live Scan background check.

A drug test depends on the clinical facility.

Medical, before clinical

  • Physical examination, within the last 9 months.
  • Two-step TB test (or X-ray if the TB test is positive), within the last 9 months.
  • Flu shot, November through March or as required by CDPH.
  • MMR, Varicella and Tdap as required by the clinical facility.

Uniform and equipment

  • Two sets of red uniforms.
  • Stethoscope.
  • Blood pressure cuff.
  • Gait belt.

For online class

  • A computer with Chrome, Safari or another current browser.
  • A working webcam.
  • Reliable internet. A device and internet are not included in the price.

Clinical rules

  • Finish theory before you join clinical.
  • One excused absence is allowed and must be made up on the schedule.
  • Clinical sessions have at most 15 students.

Tuition and charges

Estimated total $1,898.15

Paid to the school

Registration, non-refundable$183.15
Tuition$1,350.00
Student Tuition Recovery Fund$0.00
Institutional total$1,533.15

Estimated, paid outside the school

State examination fee$125.00
Live Scan fingerprinting$25.00
Scrubs and clinical shoes$150.00
Blood pressure cuff$25.00
Stethoscope$25.00
Basic school supplies$15.00
Outside estimate$365.00
Estimated program cost$1,898.15

Outside costs are estimates and can change. Institutional charges are due at least two weeks before the start date unless your enrollment agreement says otherwise. Payment details are sent after pre-admission. The school accepts cashier's checks, money orders, Visa, Mastercard, debit and credit cards, and Zelle. Personal checks are not accepted. The school emails an invoice to anyone who needs one. Questions:support@hi-poweracademy.com. The school provides the online study materials. See disclosures.