Olympia, WA
Woodard Creek NAC Program (Providence Mother Joseph Care Center)
Nursing Assistant-Certified (NA-C)
Location
Olympia, WA
State Required Hours
85 hours minimum (most programs run 108+ hours)
- Address
3333 Ensign Road NE
Olympia, WA 98506
- Phone
- (360) 493-4900
About This Program
Operated inside Providence Mother Joseph Care Center on Ensign Road NE in Olympia's east-side medical district near Providence St. Peter Hospital, this is a hospital/skilled-nursing-facility-based traditional NA-C program. It is approved by the Washington State Board of Nursing and DSHS to deliver the state-mandated minimum 85-hour curriculum of classroom instruction, supervised skills lab, and onsite clinical rotations with long-term care residents. Coursework prepares students for the NNAAP exam and Washington Nursing Assistant-Certified credential, and Providence often hires successful candidates directly into the 152-bed facility.
Location & Directions
3333 Ensign Road NE, Olympia, WA 98506
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 Woodard Creek NAC Program (Providence Mother Joseph Care Center) include?
Operated inside Providence Mother Joseph Care Center on Ensign Road NE in Olympia's east-side medical district near Providence St. The program is located at 3333 Ensign Road NE, Olympia, WA 98506. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (360) 493-4900 or visit https://www.providence.org/locations/wa/mother-joseph-care-center.
How much does Woodard Creek NAC Program (Providence Mother Joseph Care Center) cost?
Woodard Creek NAC Program (Providence Mother Joseph Care Center) 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) 493-4900 or visit the program website at https://www.providence.org/locations/wa/mother-joseph-care-center 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 Woodard Creek NAC Program (Providence Mother Joseph Care Center)?
Woodard Creek NAC Program (Providence Mother Joseph Care Center) 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) 493-4900 or check the program website at https://www.providence.org/locations/wa/mother-joseph-care-center to confirm the program length, start dates, and full-time vs part-time schedule options.
How do I apply or contact Woodard Creek NAC Program (Providence Mother Joseph Care Center)?
Call Woodard Creek NAC Program (Providence Mother Joseph Care Center) directly at (360) 493-4900 or visit https://www.providence.org/locations/wa/mother-joseph-care-center. The program is located at 3333 Ensign Road NE, Olympia, WA 98506. 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 Woodard Creek NAC Program (Providence Mother Joseph Care Center)?
Before enrolling at Woodard Creek NAC Program (Providence Mother Joseph Care Center), 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 Woodard Creek NAC Program (Providence Mother Joseph Care Center) 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.