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NEXT SESSION · 2026–2027
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PROGRAM TUITION$2,500Books and 400-hour internship included
12-week courseCRCST preparation
Two schedulesWeekday or weekend
$49.99 scrubsAdditional cost
Clinical hoursIncluded in tuition
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Payment does not replace the application. Submit the application first if you have not already done so.Find your fit
Weekend or weekday?
Select an option to see its details. Both sessions include the same CRCST curriculum, books, and clinical internship.
SESSION WINDOWNov. 21, 2026throughFeb. 20, 2027
THIS MAY FIT YOU IF
You need classes outside the standard Monday–Friday workweek and prefer afternoon instruction.
Currently selectedWeekend CRCST
SESSION WINDOWNov. 24, 2026throughFeb. 17, 2027
THIS MAY FIT YOU IF
You prefer morning classes during the week and want your weekends free.
Currently selectedWeekday CRCST
Session dates and placement schedules are confirmed with students during enrollment.
$2,500 total
- ✓ CRCST classroom instruction
- ✓ Books and study materials
- ✓ 400-hour clinical internship
+Scrubs: $49.99 additional
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Build your payment plan
Know your payments before you enroll.
Choose an initial deposit, a payoff period of up to three months, and a payment frequency. This estimate covers the $2,500 tuition; the $49.99 scrubs cost is separate.
CHARISMA DIRECT PLAN
0% school-plan interestCalculate your installments
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$1,000$2,500
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Choose how often you want to pay.
Initial deposit$1,000.00
Remaining tuition$1,500.00
12 weekly payments$125.00per week for 3 months
Estimate only. Rounding may slightly change the final installment. Enrollment, payment, refund, and late-payment terms are governed by the signed Charisma SPD enrollment agreement. Confirm HSPA exam and clearance costs with Charisma SPD before signing.
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PAYMENT OPTION GUIDE
Direct plan, Affirm, or Klarna?
Compare the basic structure, then review the exact offer and disclosures before choosing.
Charisma direct planMost flexible
Choose your deposit and pay the balance weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly within three months.
- No lender approval
- At least $1,000 due at enrollment
- Tuition balance due within three months
AffirmThird party
May offer bi-weekly or monthly pay-over-time options. Affirm states that rates can range from 0–36% APR based on eligibility; Pay in 4, when offered, is 0% APR.
Learn about AffirmKlarnaThird party
Pay in 4, when offered, splits a purchase into four interest-free payments every two weeks. Monthly financing may also be available, with terms based on the applicant and offer.
Learn about KlarnaAffirm and Klarna are separate providers. Availability at Charisma SPD checkout, approval, payment amounts, APR, fees, and terms vary by applicant and offer. This calculator does not estimate lender interest or fees.
Plan your clinical hours
400 hours of real-world experience—planned around availability.
Your clinical internship is included in tuition and counts toward the HSPA CRCST 400-hour requirement. Full payment and required clearances must be completed before participation.
7 AM–11 PMTypical weekday site window
6 PM–11 PMPM availability
WeekendsNot guaranteed
Fractional shifts are accepted. Completing fewer hours per week means it will take longer to reach 400 hours. Clinical schedules and sites remain subject to placement availability.
CLINICAL PLANNEREstimate your timeline
hours/week
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ESTIMATED TIME TO 400 HOURS10 weeks40 hours/week · approximately 2.3 monthsEstimated finish: depends on clinical start date
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Planning estimate only. Actual completion depends on placement, clearance, attendance, and approved site hours.
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Your selected preference: Weekend · Nov. 21, 2026 · Sat/Sun · 3–6 PM
