Olympia, WA
Puget Sound Care
Nursing Assistant-Certified (NA-C)
Location
Olympia, WA
State Required Hours
85 hours minimum (most programs run 108+ hours)
- Address
4001 Capital Mall Drive SW
Olympia, WA 98502
- Phone
- (360) 754-9792
- Website
- https://pugetsound.care/
About This Program
Located in Olympia's Capital Mall area on the west side of the city, Puget Sound Care (formerly Puget Skilled Nursing / Puget Sound Healthcare Center) is a skilled nursing facility that operates a DSHS- and Washington State Board of Nursing-approved nursing-home-based traditional NA-C training program. Students complete the state's 85-hour minimum across classroom, skills lab, and onsite clinical hours working alongside the facility's licensed nurses and certified staff. The curriculum prepares candidates for the NNAAP exam and Washington Nursing Assistant-Certified credential, with a clear pathway to employment at the facility upon licensure.
Location & Directions
4001 Capital Mall Drive SW, Olympia, WA 98502
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.
Minimum Age
18
Training Hours
85 hours minimum (most programs run 108+ hours)
Exam Vendor
Credentia
Time to Cert
5–10 weeks for entry-level NA-R; full NA-C requires up to 4 additional months under federal OBRA rules
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the CNA program at Puget Sound Care include?
Located in Olympia's Capital Mall area on the west side of the city, Puget Sound Care (formerly Puget Skilled Nursing / Puget Sound Healthcare Center) is a skilled nursing facility that operates a DSHS- and Washington State Board of Nursing-approved nursing-home-based traditional NA-C training program. The program is located at 4001 Capital Mall Drive SW, Olympia, WA 98502. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (360) 754-9792 or visit https://pugetsound.care/.
How much does Puget Sound Care cost?
Puget Sound Care has not published a flat tuition figure on this directory; pricing for the nursing assistant-certified (na-c) depends on residency, financial aid, and any employer sponsorships. Call (360) 754-9792 or visit the program website at https://pugetsound.care/ to request the current fee schedule. For reference, total CNA training costs in Washington generally fall in the range of $240 (employer-sponsored, paying only application + exam fees) to $2,000 (private training program).
How long is the program at Puget Sound Care?
Puget Sound Care has not published a fixed length for this directory. Programs in Washington must meet the state minimum of 85 hours minimum (most programs run 108+ hours), so plan accordingly. Call (360) 754-9792 or check the program website at https://pugetsound.care/ to confirm the program length, start dates, and full-time vs part-time schedule options.
How do I apply or contact Puget Sound Care?
Call Puget Sound Care directly at (360) 754-9792 or visit https://pugetsound.care/. The program is located at 4001 Capital Mall Drive SW, Olympia, WA 98502. Ask about upcoming cohort start dates, application deadlines, background-check requirements, and any scholarships or financial-aid options before enrolling.
What Washington CNA requirements should I know before enrolling at Puget Sound Care?
Before enrolling at Puget Sound Care, make sure you meet Washington's minimum age (18), education requirements, and background-check rules. Washington requires 85 hours minimum (most programs run 108+ hours) of state-approved training and uses Credentia for the competency exam, with most candidates reaching certification in 5–10 weeks for entry-level NA-R; full NA-C requires up to 4 additional months under federal OBRA rules. See the full Washington CNA requirements page for a complete checklist.
Are there other CNA programs near Olympia?
Yes. In addition to Puget Sound Care in Olympia, our directory includes CNA training programs in Tacoma, Seattle, Spokane. Comparing programs by location, schedule, and cost is the easiest way to find the best fit for your situation. Browse all Washington CNA classes for the full list.