Live Scan Fingerprinting for CNA Certification in California
California Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) applicants are fingerprinted through Live Scan so the Department of Public Health (CDPH) receives your background check. The state fee is $32, and we come to you and finish in about 10–15 minutes.
Your form
Your form comes with your CDPH application or from your training program. It should show:
- The ORI code of the requesting agency
- Your type of certification
- The agency name and address
Use your full legal name, matching your application.
How it works
Complete your form
Fill in your details. Leave the operator section to us.
We come to you
Home, school, or facility. We bring everything.
Results go to CDPH
You keep your ATI number. We cannot look results up.
Pricing
CNA certification has a state fee only. Travel fee by distance: Zone 1 $20 · Zone 2 $45 · Zone 3 $60. Evenings and Saturdays cost no more.
Groups
Have a class of nursing assistant students? We bring the station to you. Five or more people: from $35 per person, travel included.
What to have
- Your completed Live Scan form
- Valid, unexpired photo ID
- Payment: card, cash, or company check
Common questions
Is there an FBI fee for a CNA check?
Our fee table lists a $32 state fee for CNA certification, with no FBI fee. Confirm against your own form.
Where do I get my Live Scan form?
From your CDPH application or your nursing assistant training program. We cannot create the form for you.
Who receives my results?
The results go to CDPH. We cannot look them up for you, but you can check your status with your ATI number.
Can you come to our training program?
Yes. For five or more students we bring the station to you, from $35 per person with travel included.
How long is the appointment?
Most appointments take 10 to 15 minutes.