CNA Training in
Colton
Colton is home to Arrowhead Regional Medical Center — the San Bernardino County-operated 456-bed teaching hospital on a 70-acre campus at 400 N. Pepper Avenue. ARMC offers over 60 specialty services and is one of the IE's largest healthcare employers. Loma Linda University Medical Center (the region's only Level I trauma center) is just 10 minutes east, and St. Bernardine Medical Center is 10 minutes north.
CNA Training for Colton Residents
Colton is the home of Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, San Bernardino County's 456-bed teaching hospital on a 70-acre campus. ARMC provides over 60 specialty services and is one of the Inland Empire's largest healthcare employers. Located just 10 minutes from both Loma Linda University Medical Center (the IE's only Level I trauma center) and Dignity Health's St. Bernardine Medical Center (342 beds), Colton sits in the heart of the IE's medical corridor. The 34-minute drive to LMCC via the 10 Freeway makes training accessible, and Colton's working-class community ($48,000 median income) means many residents may qualify for WIOA-funded free CNA certification.
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 Colton Residents Choose LMCC
Colton residents choose Lotus Medical Career College for speed, affordability, and outcomes. Just a 34 min drive from Colton, 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 Colton
Your CNA certificate opens doors at hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and home health agencies across San Bernardino County:
- ✓Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (456 beds, 400 N Pepper Ave)
- ✓Dignity Health – St. Bernardine Medical Center (342 beds, 10 min)
- ✓Loma Linda University Medical Center (10 min east)
- ✓Colton Post Acute Care (SNF)
- ✓SAC Health System clinics
Plus hundreds more CNA openings across San Bernardino County. California's $25/hour healthcare minimum wage takes effect in 2026.
Getting to LMCC from Colton
34-minute drive west via 10 Freeway. Metrolink San Bernardino Line stops in Colton connecting to Pomona North. Omnitrans provides local service.
Campus Address
Lotus Medical Career College
1460 E Holt Ave, Suite 176A, Pomona, CA 91767
CNA Training FAQ for Colton Residents
How do I get from Colton to LMCC?▼
Take the 10 Freeway west to Garey Ave — about 28 miles, 34 minutes. Metrolink San Bernardino Line has a stop in Colton connecting to Pomona North. Omnitrans provides local bus service.
Are there CNA jobs in Colton?▼
Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (456 beds) is one of the IE's largest employers and actively hires CNAs. Loma Linda University Medical Center is 10 minutes east. St. Bernardine Medical Center (342 beds) is 10 minutes north. SAC Health clinics add community-level opportunities.
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 28 miles from Colton. 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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