CNA Training in
Fontana
Home to Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center — one of the largest Kaiser hospitals in the nation with 490+ beds — Fontana is the Inland Empire's healthcare employment powerhouse. San Antonio Regional Hospital also operates its Sierra Medical Plaza at 16465 Sierra Lakes Parkway. With 208,000 residents and a median income of $50,000, many Fontana residents qualify for WIOA-funded free CNA training.
CNA Training for Fontana Residents
Fontana is home to Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center — one of Kaiser's largest facilities nationally with 490+ beds and recognition among America's 100 Best Hospitals for Spine Surgery. San Antonio Regional Hospital operates its Sierra Medical Plaza at 16465 Sierra Lakes Parkway, providing urgent care, lab, and rehab services. This rapidly growing city of 208,000 has a working-class population (median income $50,000) where many residents qualify for WIOA-funded free CNA training at LMCC. The 35-minute drive via the 10 Freeway leads to 31-day certification and a career path earning $27+/hr in the Inland Empire's booming healthcare sector.
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 Fontana Residents Choose LMCC
Fontana residents choose Lotus Medical Career College for speed, affordability, and outcomes. Just a 35 min drive from Fontana, 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 Fontana
Your CNA certificate opens doors at hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and home health agencies across San Bernardino County:
- ✓Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center (490+ beds)
- ✓San Antonio Regional Hospital – Sierra Medical Plaza (Fontana)
- ✓Fontana Post Acute Care Center (SNF)
- ✓Kindred Hospital Ontario (91 beds)
- ✓SAC Health (community FQHC network)
Plus hundreds more CNA openings across San Bernardino County. California's $25/hour healthcare minimum wage takes effect in 2026.
Getting to LMCC from Fontana
35-minute drive west via 10 Freeway to Garey Ave. Metrolink San Bernardino Line connects Fontana and Pomona North stations. Omnitrans provides local bus service.
Campus Address
Lotus Medical Career College
1460 E Holt Ave, Suite 176A, Pomona, CA 91767
CNA Training FAQ for Fontana Residents
How do I get from Fontana to LMCC?▼
Take the 10 Freeway west to Garey Ave exit — about 28 miles, 35 minutes. The 15 south to 10 west also works. Metrolink San Bernardino Line connects Fontana station to Pomona North. Omnitrans provides local bus service.
Are there CNA jobs in Fontana?▼
Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center (490+ beds) is one of the largest Kaiser hospitals in the nation and hires CNAs extensively. San Antonio Regional Hospital has a medical plaza on Sierra Lakes Parkway. Fontana Post Acute provides SNF employment. SAC Health operates community clinics nearby.
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 Fontana. 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
WIOA Funding ($0 Cost)
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Free CNA Training
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