College of the Siskiyous

09/02/2026

09/01/2026

Taco Tuesday!

Our students came out to get some tacos! Thanks patitostacos for coming to campus for this event.

09/01/2026

09/01/2026

Introducing our September Colleague of the month!
Bliss Friedman, BSN RN!
Bliss Friedman, Licensed Vocational Nursing Instructor, was hired August 15, 2024. Bliss has been a Certified Nursing Assistant, Licensed Vocational Nurse and Registered Nurse for 15 years at Fairchild Medical Center, Shasta View Nursing Center and Madrone Hospice. She also previously served as a part-time Nursing Instructor for Siskiyous.

What colleagues are saying about Bliss:
-Bliss always puts her students and their wellbeing first.
-She not only is an incredible nurse, but also an inspiring nursing instructor.
-She is always willing to help her fellow colleagues whether it be uploading a document, learning how to power on the projector, or developing a lesson plan.
-She has been instrumental in supporting the nursing programs at Siskiyous and we couldn't do it without her!

Congratulations Bliss! We are so lucky to have you!

09/01/2026

08/31/2026

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08/31/2026

So exciting to see the progress on our new student housing from an aerial point of view!

08/31/2026

"A strong CNA elevates the whole team/unit. When basic care is done well, nurses can focus on complex assessments and treatments, and patient outcomes improve."

Become a Certified Nurse Assistant
Classes Start: 9/8/26

*Orientation will be available in a PowerPoint format. With available Zoom meetings with instructors.

Additional Information:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (530) 841-5929
Website: CNA Program
https://www.siskiyous.edu/cte/nurs/cna.htm
College of the Siskiyous 2001 Campus Dr. Yreka, CA 96097



The Certified Nurse Assistant program is a 6-unit, 160-hour course.

Students acquire the skills and knowledge necessary for state certification examinations.The current testing facility is located in Redding, CA.

Program Requirements:

• Completion of High School 10th Grade English or higher.

Contact (530) 938-5353 (W**d Campus) or (530) 841-5833 (Yreka Campus) to schedule an appointment with an advisor.

• Successfully complete a background clearance. If you have any pending charges or past convictions, there is a possibility you may be disqualified from the CNA program and from obtaining state licensure.

• Successfully complete a drug screening.

• You must be at least 16 years of age at the time of testing.

• Successfully pass a physical examination. Meet or exceed the minimum health and physical requirements.

• Provide a copy of current immunization records and/or complete the required immunizations for communicable diseases, including 3 doses of Hepatitis B, TDAP, and a TB test prior to attending the program.

• Current American Heart Association Health Care Provider CPR Card (Basic Life Support, BLS).

• Access to RELIABLE transportation to and from the clinical site.

*Completion of CNA course will be a requirement for future VN programs at COS.

08/30/2026

VN Program Applications Now Available!
Thinking about a career in nursing? The Vocational Nursing Program application is now available on the College of the Siskiyous Website

Application Period: Monday, August 31 - Friday, September 25, 2026

Please note, only complete applications will be accepted, and all applications must be postmarked within the application period.

Before you apply, be sure you're ready:
Meet all pre-requisite and other degree requirements before submitting your application

Provide documentation that all requirements have been met

Submit official transcripts from all colleges you've attended Submit unofficial transcripts from College of the Siskiyous

Don't wait, start gathering your documents now so your application is complete by the deadline.

Find the application and full details on the COS website today.

Visit: www.siskiyous.edu

08/30/2026