ProCare Academy of Washington - Olympia
3773 Martin Way E, Suite A102
Nursing Assistant-Certified (NA-C)
- Duration:
- 120 hours
- Cost:
- $1,170
- Phone:
- (888) 960-2553
CNA Classes in Olympia, WA
4 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training programs in Olympia. Tuition ranges from $1,170. Washington requires 85 hours minimum (most programs run 108+ hours) of training and uses Credentia for the competency exam.
Programs in Olympia
4
Tuition Range
$1,170
State Required Hours
85 hours minimum (most programs run 108+ hours)
Exam Vendor
Credentia
All CNA Programs in Olympia
Woodard Creek NAC Program (Providence Mother Joseph Care Center)
3333 Ensign Road NE
Nursing Assistant-Certified (NA-C)
- Phone:
- (360) 493-4900
Pennant at Olympia Transitional Healthcare
430 Lilly Road NE
Nursing Assistant-Certified (NA-C)
- Phone:
- (360) 491-9700
Puget Sound Care
4001 Capital Mall Drive SW
Nursing Assistant-Certified (NA-C)
- Phone:
- (360) 754-9792
Becoming a CNA in Washington
Becoming a CNA in Washington — formally called a Nursing Assistant-Certified or NA-C — follows a uniquely flexible two-tier pathway that no other state quite matches. You can either apply for the full NA-C credential after completing training, or apply first for the entry-level Nursing Assistant-Registered (NA-R) credential, start working in a nursing home for pay, and then complete the full NA-C training and exam within four months under federal OBRA rules. Most no-experience candidates choose the NA-R-first pathway because it lets them start earning a CNA wage 4 to 6 weeks earlier than the traditional training-then-test sequence.
Frequently Asked Questions: CNA Training in Olympia
How many CNA training programs are available in Olympia, WA?
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Our directory lists 4 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training programs in Olympia, WA. All programs must meet Washington's minimum of 85 hours minimum (most programs run 108+ hours) and prepare graduates to sit for the Credentia competency exam.
How much does CNA training cost in Olympia?
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Published tuition for CNA programs in Olympia ranges from $1,170. ProCare Academy of Washington - Olympia lists the lowest tuition at $1,170. Total out-of-pocket cost also includes the state exam fee ($155 total ($55 written/oral + $100 skills)), background check, and uniforms.
How do I become a CNA in Olympia, WA?
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To work as a CNA in Olympia, you must meet a Washington-approved training program of at least 85 hours minimum (most programs run 108+ hours), pass the Credentia competency exam (Two-part National Nurse Aide Assessment Program (NNAAP) exam: a 70-question multiple-choice written (or oral) knowledge test plus an in-person skills evaluation), and clear a Washington State Patrol criminal background check plus federal FBI fingerprint clearance. Most candidates complete the full process in 5–10 weeks for entry-level NA-R; full NA-C requires up to 4 additional months under federal OBRA rules.
Are there free CNA classes in Olympia?
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No Olympia program on our directory currently advertises free tuition, but many Washington nursing facilities pay for CNA training in exchange for a work commitment after certification. Ask local long-term care employers about employer-sponsored training programs, and check the American Red Cross and Job Corps for additional pathways.