Online Personal Care Aide Training — Certification

The Person al Care Aide program provides training for entry level caregiving jobs in homes or care facilities. Students learn how to assist clients with daily living needs, practice respectful care, and respond to basic emergencies in a safe and professional way.

This course includes a lab section delivered through Canvas. Students complete lab activities on their own schedule.

Jan 21 – March 10, 2026

March 25 – May 20, 2026

Class Fee:
All Personal Care Aide courses are free. Textbooks may be required for some classes, and students are responsible for purchasing any required materials.

Location:

This is a 2-course online class. The online portion is delivered in a blended learning format using Canvas and Google Meet/Zoom. Labs will be held in person at: MCAS @ BGI (formerly known as Montebello Adult Center Technical Institute), 5840

E. Florence Avenue, Bell Gardens, CA 90201.

1 / How long is the program? The program lasts about 4 to 4 1/2 months, depending on the class.

2 / Are the classes online or in-person? All courses have an online portion delivered via Canvas and Google Meet.

3 / Do I need to take all courses to complete the program? Yes, to complete the Personal Care Aide program, students typically need to complete both online and lab components.

4 / Are there prerequisites? Yes, you must be 18 years or older.

5 / What technology do I need?

6 / When are classes held? Each course has specific days and times. Labs may be scheduled immediately after the online class sessions.

7 / Can I take multiple courses at the same time? Yes, but check the schedule carefully to avoid conflicts between class and lab times. Yes, students receive a completion certificate for each course, which may help with employment opportunities.