Which criminal background finding would generally disqualify an applicant from California CNA certification?

Explanation

Under HSC §1337.9 and §1338.5, CDPH performs a criminal background check (live scan fingerprints with DOJ and FBI) on every CNA applicant. Convictions for offenses such as elder/dependent adult abuse, sexual assault, child abuse, serious/violent felonies (PC §667.5(c), §1192.7(c)), or substantiated findings of abuse, neglect, or misappropriation of resident property generally bar certification. Some non-serious convictions allow a criminal record waiver if the applicant demonstrates rehabilitation. Speeding tickets, jaywalking, and unrelated minor misdemeanors are generally not disqualifying.