CNA training in Jacksonville FL

First Coast CNA - CNA Training in Jacksonville, FL

Choose between our 120-hour Nursing Assistant Training Program and 2-Day CNA Exam Prep based on your experience, goals, and certification pathway.

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120-Hour Nursing Assistant Training in Jacksonville, FL

Day and Evening CNA Training with Classroom Instruction, Hands-On Skills Practice, and Clinical Rotations.

$1,100 Tuition

Reserve your seat with $275.
(applied toward your total payment)

120 Hours Total

40 Theory + 40 Skills + 40 Clinical

Written Exam Only

Eligible graduates take only the written portion of the Florida CNA certification exam.

Day and Evening Programs

Day 4 Weeks (M - F 9 am - 2.30 pm)
Evening 5 Weeks (M - Th 5 pm - 10 pm)

Financing Available

In-house financing, PayPal financing, and SpouseWorks/MyCAA scholarship assistance for eligible military spouses, subject to individual eligibility requirements.

Comprehensive CNA Training for the Real World

Our 120-hour Nursing Assistant program combines classroom learning, hands-on skills practice, and real clinical experience. Students use Hartman’s Nursing Assistant curriculum and complete clinical rotations at established nursing homes and long-term care facilities.

40 Hours of Theory

Learn the knowledge needed to provide safe, professional nursing assistant care.

40 Hours of Hands-On Skills

Practice and perfect CNA skills in our Jacksonville training facility.

40 Hours of Clinical Rotations

Apply what you have learned in real healthcare environments.

Choose the Schedule That Works for You

Day Program

4 Weeks
Monday–Friday 9:00 AM–2:30 PM
First 3 weeks: Theory and skills
Clinical rotations
Final week: 7:00 AM–3:30 PM

Evening Program

5 Weeks
Monday–Thursday 5:00 PM–10:00 PM
First 4 weeks: Theory and skills
Clinical rotations
Third or fourth weekend: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM
Final week: 6:00 PM–10:00 PM

Tuition & Payment Options

$1,100 Tuition

Reserve your seat with $275.
(applied toward your total payment)

Financing Available

In-house financing, SpouseWorks/MyCAA scholarship assistance for eligible military spouses, PayPal financing

What Will I Learn During CNA Training

Students learn:

  • Professional communication and patient interaction
  • Taking and recording vital signs
  • Observing and reporting changes in condition
  • Bedside care
  • Personal care and bathing
  • Dressing and grooming
  • Feeding
  • Positioning
  • Safe transfers
  • Common health conditions and chronic illnesses
  • Documentation and reporting to the nurse

What Happens After Graduation?

After successfully completing the program, students are prepared for the Florida CNA certification exam and the next step toward employment.

Graduates who complete the approved program and apply for the exam within 6 months are required to take only the written portion of the Florida CNA certification exam.

Exam Preparation

Prepare for the Florida CNA written examination.

Career Assistance

We help with resumes and job applications.

Employment Opportunities

Students may have opportunities to apply with clinical rotation partners.

Eligible graduates may work as a CNA for up to 120 days before passing the state certification exam, subject to employer determination and Florida requirements.

Ready to Start Your CNA Training?

Choose an upcoming day or evening class and reserve your seat today.

2-Day CNA Exam Prep Training Class

For candidates preparing to challenge the Florida CNA State Exam

$250 Tuition

Reserve your seat with $65.
(applied toward your total payment)

2-Days

Saturday and Sunday.
One intensive weekend
8:00 am - 5:00 pm both days

Skills + Written Prep

Hands-on skills practice, quizzes, and mock exams.

For Exam Challengers

Designed for candidates preparing to take both portions of the Florida CNA exam.

Focused Preparation for the Florida CNA Exam

Our 2-Day CNA Exam Prep class is designed for candidates who want focused, hands-on preparation before challenging the Florida CNA State Exam.

During this intensive weekend, students practice the nursing assistant skills that may appear on the clinical skills exam and review key concepts for the written portion through quizzes and mock exams.

What Your 2-Day Training Includes

8 –12 Hours of Hands-On Skills Practice

Learn and practice the nursing assistant skills used during the Florida CNA skills examination.

4–6 Hours of Written Exam Preparation

Review important CNA concepts, complete quizzes, and practice with mock written exams.

Exam-Focused Training

An intensive 2-day review designed to help you prepare for both portions of the Florida CNA exam.

Class Schedule

2-Day Weekend Program

Saturday & Sunday
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Students spend the weekend reviewing, practicing, and performing CNA skills while also preparing for the written portion of the state exam.

Additional Practice Opportunities

After completing the 2-Day CNA Exam Prep class, students may have additional opportunities to continue practicing before exam day.

Depending on availability, students may:

  • Attend open self-practice lab sessions
  • Request to attend a second 2-Day session for additional practice

Participation is subject to classroom space and availability.

What Will I Learn During CNA Exam Prep Training

Students will review and practice CNA skills that may be tested during the state examination, including:

  • Hand hygiene
  • Taking and recording vital signs
  • Measuring food intake and urinary output
  • Range-of-motion exercises
  • Bedside care
  • Personal care
  • Bathing
  • Dressing
  • Feeding
  • Positioning
  • Safe transfers
  • Other nursing assistant skills included in the Florida CNA exam

Students will also prepare for the written portion of the exam through quizzes and mock examinations.

What Happens After the Class?

After completing the 2-Day CNA Exam Prep class, candidates should be better prepared to challenge the Florida CNA certification exam.

Once certified, students may also receive assistance with:

  • Creating a professional resume
  • Completing job applications
  • Applying for employment opportunities, including positions with some of our clinical partners

Ready to Prepare for the CNA Exam?

Join an upcoming 2-Day CNA Exam Prep class and get hands-on practice before test day.

What Our Students Have to Say

Top rated
First Coast CNA5.0
Based on 66 reviews
Scarlette S
6 days ago
Response from the owner:Thank you Scarlette for your 5 star rating
Keith Mickler
6 days ago
i absolutely loved this school! the classes itself arent big so you really get one on one time with the instructors! Mrs Sibley and Mrs. Bartley were absolutely incredible! they have their own personalities and i vibed with them both:) please do not hesitate coming here. I came for my CNA cert and it was so fun! Learning all these things with these instructors were smooth, and fun, and they gave helpful feedback. 10/10 experience and every student was so nice and we helped each other out. you learn skills that are incredibly valuable and make friends on the way! come to first coast!
Response from the owner:Thank you Keith for your words and recommendation. We sincerely appreciate your 5 star 🌟 rating. We wish you nothing but the best.
Ansley Scott
6 days ago
Mrs.Sibley and Ms.Bartley are amazing!
Response from the owner:Thank you Ansley for taking the time to write a review and give us a 5 🌟 rating.
Elyssee Faulk
6 days ago
Such a great experience. The instructors are very knowledgeable and fun. Deff would recommend to anyone.
Response from the owner:Thank you Elyssee for your review and 5 star 🌟 rating. We sincerely appreciate it
Meg Fulton
3 weeks ago
Weekend CNA test prep course was so informative. Anne Marie was fantastic, l learned so much.
Response from the owner:Thank you Meg for taking the time to write a review and to give us a 5 star ⭐️ rating
Kelly Johnson
2 months ago
Mrs. Sibley and Ms. Bartley are an awesome combo for this program! As they told us - both teach very differently from each other. However, their styles compliment one another in a great way. I learned a ton of hands-on skills for the CNA role and am excited to go to clinicals, thanks to them. They bring decades of work experience to the program, and are fantastic at sharing real life examples to bring to life what they are teaching. Thank you so much for introducing us to this field of work. I feel like my dollars spent on the program were definitely worth it!
Response from the owner:Thank you Kelly for your review and comments. We sincerely appreciate the time you took to share the experience with our school. We wish you all the best on your future endeavors
Gracie Craig
2 months ago
Response from the owner:Thank you Gracie for your 5 star 🌟 rating
Luke Franckhauser
2 months ago
Really great program
Response from the owner:Thank you Luke for your comment and 5 star rating.
Alexus Gaylord
2 months ago
Response from the owner:Thank you Alexis for your 5 star 🌟 rating
Lilliana
2 months ago
I loved this class and Mrs sibley she’s a great teacher she makes class fun while your learning and makes you want to actually be there and go back I’m glad I chose this place to go to school
Response from the owner:Thank you Liliana for your review and comments. Your 5 star rating is sincerely appreciated.

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