Training Classes
The most comprehensive CNA Training in Jacksonville, FL


Call us at (904) 778-5547 or send us an email at info@firstcoastcna.com

We are proud to announce that First Coast CNA and the American Red Cross have partnered up to provide the best CNA training classes in Jacksonville, FL. Now, in approximately 3 weeks (day classes) or 5 weeks (evening classes), you can complete the 120-hour accredited training program and be prepared to take the CNA state exam, but most importantly feel ready to start your new career with confidence and certainty that you have learned from the best.
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Call us at (904)778-5547, email us at info@firstcoastcna.com or send us a message

First Coast CNA and the American Red Cross, offer you the best CNA training classes in Jacksonville, FL. In approximately 3 weeks (day classes) or 5 weeks (evening classes) complete the 120-hr accredited program and be ready to take the state exam. Get ready to start your new career with confidence and certainty that you have learned from the best.
120 Hour Nursing Assistant Training Class
Day or Evening classes
Together with the American Red Cross, our accredited Nursing Assistant training program provides unique hands-on instruction for basic care of clients in long-term and acute-care facilities. Students get access to the Red Cross Nursing Assistant training materials, get to practice at our training facilities, and have the opportunity to do clinical rotations at highly rated nursing homes and long-term care facilities.
Classes are divided into:
- 40 hours of theory learning at First Coast Nursing Assistant Training Center in Jacksonville, FL. Mixed together with the lab practice, we use the engaging American Red Cross curriculum that uses a combination of textbooks and professionally produced videos to show students what a CNA does in a typical day. Throughout the videos and textbook materials, students get to learn all the knowledge and skills necessary to become a high-quality CNA
- 40 hours of hands-on lab practice at First Coast Nursing Assistant Training Center in Jacksonville, FL. Mixed together with the theory, students get the opportunity to practice and perfect their nursing assistant skills, getting them prepared to pass the exam and, most importantly, be very successful at work.
- 40 hours of clinical rotations Practice what you have learned at various highly rated and well-established nursing homes and long-term care facilities.
Option to include with the registration, the required level 2 live scan background check, the AHA BLS/CPR certification, and the CNA Study Guide 2023-2024: CNA Test Prep Book and Practice Exam Questions: [6th Edition].
Our accredited Nursing Assistant training program provides a combination of virtual and hands-on instruction for basic care of clients. Students get access to the Red Cross training materials, practice at our training facilities, and do clinical rotations at highly rated nursing homes and long-term care facilities.
Classes are divided into:
- 40 hours of theory learning. Throughout the videos and textbook materials, students get to learn all the knowledge and skills necessary to become a high-quality CNA.
- 40 hours of hands-on lab practice. Mixed together with the theory, students get the opportunity to practice and perfect their nursing assistant skills.
- 40 hours of clinical rotations Practice what you have learned at various highly rated nursing homes and long-term care facilities.
Option to include with the registration, the required level 2 live scan background check, the AHA BLS/CPR certification, and the CNA Study Guide 2023-2024: CNA Test Prep Book and Practice Exam Questions: [6th Edition].
What will the candidate learn?
Throughout the accredited CNA training program, students will learn about:
- Professional patient interaction,
- Taking and recording vital-sign measurements, and the patient’s overall condition.
- Skills for daily living, like:
- bedside care,
- personal care,
- bathing,
- dressing
- feeding,
- positioning, and safe transfer of clients.
- Common health problems and chronic illnesses.
- Documenting and reporting observations as a healthcare professional to the nurse supervisor.
Throughout the CNA training program, students will learn about:
- Professional patient interaction,
- Taking and recording vital-sign measurements, and the patient’s overall condition.
- Skills for daily living, like:
- bedside and personal care,
- bathing and dressing
- feeding,
- positioning, and safe transfer of clients.
- Common health problems and chronic illnesses.
- Documenting and reporting observations to the nurse supervisor.
What happens once the CNA training class is completed?
Upcoming classes
Day Classes
- Jun 28th – Jul 19th
- July 24th – Aug 11th
- Aug 16th – Sep 6th
- Sep 11th – Sep 29th
- Oct 4th – Oct 25th
- Oct 30th – Nov 17th
- Nov 22nd – Dec 13th
Evening Classes
- May 30th – Jun 28th
- Jul 3rd – Aug 2nd
- Aug 7th – Sep 6th
- Sep 11th – Oct 11th
- Oct 16th – Nov 15th
- Nov 20th – Dec 20th

Get ready to challenge the CNA state exam. A 2-day intensive training class where you learn all you need to successfully become a CNA.
20 Hour Nursing Assistant Exam Prep Training Class
(for those who wish to challenge the CNA State Exam).
First Coast CNA offers candidates the option to get ready to challenge the State Board exam. Meant for candidates that have a limited amount of time or resources but want to prepare as much as possible before taking the state board exam. During a 2-day intensive training program, candidates get to learn and practice all the skills that are part of the skills portion of the exam, as well as take quizzes and mock exams to get ready for the written portion of the exam.
CNA Training Classes are divided into:
- One 2-day weekend or one 2-day weekly class.
- 10 to 16 hours of Skill practice – Learn and practice the 22 skills that will be part of the skills section of the state board exam.
- 4 to 6 hours of Written Exam practice – Review, take quizzes, and practice mock exams to prepare for the written section of the state board exam.
- Open Lab practice – 3-weekday options to come to our lab and self-practice. Our lab is open on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for all candidates that want to practice and fine-tune their skills. Great opportunity to keep skills fresh while waiting for the state board exam.
- Option to attend a second two-day session to continue to learn from our staff and fellow students. Contingent to classroom space availability.
- Option to include with the registration, the required level 2 live scan background check, the AHA BLS/CPR certification, and the CNA Study Guide 2023-2024: CNA Test Prep Book and Practice Exam Questions: [6th Edition].
2-day intensive CNA training class for candidates who wish to challenge the State Board exam. in 20 hours learn and practice the skills, take quizzes and mock exams, and get ready to take the state exam.
CNA Training Classes are divided into:
- One 2-day weekend or one 2-day weekly class.
- 10 to 16 hours of 22 Skill practice.
- 4 to 6 hours of Written Exam practice.
- Open Lab practice during the week at our training facility.
- Option to attend a second 2-day training class.
- Option to include with the registration: background check, BLS/CPR certification, and the CNA Study Guide 2023-2024: CNA Test Prep Book and Practice Exam Questions: [6th Edition].
What will the candidate learn?
Throughout the 2 day training program, students will learn about:
- All 22 Skills to be included in the state exam, like:
- Hand washing
- Taking and recording vital-sign measurements, food intake, and urinary output.
- Skills for daily living:
- range of motion
- bedside care,
- personal care,
- bathing,
- dressing
- feeding,
- positioning, and safe transfer of clients.
- Practice for the state exam written section by taking several quizzes and mock written exams.
Throughout the 2-day training program, students will learn about:
- The 22 Skills to be included in the state exam, like:
- Hand washing
- Taking and recording vital-sign measurements, and the patient’s overall condition.
- Skills for daily living:
- bedside and personal care,
- bathing and dressing
- feeding,
- positioning, and safe transfer of clients.
- Take quizzes and mock written exams.
What happens once the CNA training class is completed?
Upcoming classes
- Soon to be posted

First Coast CNA helps you get ready to challenge the CNA state exam. In an intensive 2-day training class learn and practice all you need to know to successfully challenge the state exam. The shortest and simplest way to become a CNA.
Want more information?
Call us at (904)778-5547, email us at info@firstcoastcna.com or send us a message

First Coast CNA helps you get ready to take the CNA state exam. In a quick 2 to 4 hours session, you get to brush up on your skills and knowledge and be better prepared for test day—the shortest and most straightforward way to become a CNA.
Want more information?
Call us at (904)778-5547, email us at info@firstcoastcna.com or send us a message

Get ready to take the CNA state exam. Our 2 – 4 hour review/refresh course will help you brush up on your skills and knowledge and be better prepared for test day.
2 - 4 Hour Review / Refresh Course
(for those who wish to freshen up on their skills and theory before they take the CNA State Exam).
- Are you ready to take your CNA State Exam? Do you need to brush up on your skills and or your theory?
- Did you take the CNA State Exam but missed the mark? Do you want to review what you missed and be better prepared for your next attempt?
Let’s make sure you are ready and get you on the road to success. We offer testing-specific training for written or clinical skills or both
Course details:
This 2 to 4-hour review/refresher course is for anyone who:
- Has a scheduled exam date and,
- Has recently taken a CNA course (within the last 3 months) but feels that they need a quick review/refresh of the skills and or theory to get them ready to take the CNA state exam.
- Has previous experience in the medical field as an HHA and wants to fine-tune their skills to successfully pass the CNA exam but feels that don’t need to take a full CNA class
- Has taken the CNA exam but unfortunately missed or failed on one or more of the exam components and would like to review them to be better prepared for their next exam attempt.
The course can cover any and all of the 21 clinical skills as well as a review of theory and the opportunity to practice taking written quizzes and exams. Our highly qualified staff will make sure that the course is tailored to the student’s needs, focusing on the areas where they feel they need the most help.
Minimum student enrollment:
Our review/refresher courses must have 2 or more students enrolled in order for the course to proceed as scheduled.
Course Fees:
The cost of this course is $50 for FCCNA Students and $85 for non-FCCNA Students
Course length:
Between 2 to 4 hours
Extra Resources
We suggest that all candidates look into this book. The book is specifically tailored to assist students master and successfully passing the written portion of the state exam.CNA Study Guide 2023-2024: CNA Test Prep Book and Practice Exam Questions: [6th Edition].
You can add it to your registration for $40 and pick it up the day your class starts.
Disclaimer: Candidates will need to pass a Level 2 Federal Background check prior to testing for their CNA State Exam. First Coast CNA is not liable to refund the candidate’s deposit or payment in full if they do not pass the background check. For more information on Background Check Screening click the following link Background check prohibited offenses3
Course details:
This 2 to 4-hour review/refresher course is for anyone who:
- Has a scheduled exam date and,
- Has recently taken a CNA course (3 months) but feels that they need a quick review/refresh of the skills and or theory.
- Has previous experience in the medical field as an HHA and wants to fine-tune their skills to successfully pass the CNA exam
- Has taken the CNA exam but missed one or more of the exam components and would like to review them to be better prepared for their next exam attempt.
Our highly qualified staff will make sure that the course is tailored to the student’s needs, focusing on the areas where they feel they need the most help. (21 skills and or theory)
Minimum student enrollment:
2 or more students enrolled in order for the course to proceed as scheduled.
Course Fees:
$50 for FCCNA Students
$85 for non-FCCNA Students
What will the candidate learn?
Throughout the 2 – 4 hour review/refresh course, students will get to practice:
- Any of the 22 Skills to be included in the state exam, like:
- Hand washing
- Taking and recording vital-sign measurements, food intake, and urinary output.
- Skills for daily living:
- range of motion
- bedside care,
- personal care,
- bathing,
- dressing
- feeding,
- positioning, and safe transfer of clients.
- Practice for the state exam written section by taking several quizzes and mock written exams.
Throughout the 2 – 4 hour review/refresh course, students will get to practice:
- Any of the 22 Skills to be included in the state exam, like:
- Hand washing
- Taking and recording vital-sign measurements, and the patient’s overall condition.
- Skills for daily living:
- bedside and personal care,
- bathing and dressing
- feeding,
- positioning, and safe transfer of clients.
- Take quizzes and mock written exams.
What happens once the CNA review/refresh course is completed?
Upcoming classes
Please check the class calendar to find the most up-to-date Review/Refresh Course schedule. Or give us a call at 904 778-5547 or send us an email to info@firstcoastcna.com