Seattle, WA
Seattle Central College - Nursing Assistant Certified
Nursing Assistant-Certified (NA-C) Training
Location
Seattle, WA
Duration
8-9 weeks
State Required Hours
85 hours minimum (most programs run 108+ hours)
- Address
1701 Broadway
Seattle, WA 98122
- Phone
- (206) 934-5278
About This Program
Seattle Central College offers a full-time NA-C certificate program approved by the Washington State Board of Nursing. The 16-credit program includes at least 20 hours of weekly instruction plus a 40-hour clinical placement, preparing graduates to take the Washington State Department of Health certification exam for employment in hospitals, long-term care, and home healthcare settings.
Location & Directions
1701 Broadway, Seattle, WA 98122
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 Seattle Central College - Nursing Assistant Certified include?
Seattle Central College offers a full-time NA-C certificate program approved by the Washington State Board of Nursing. The program is located at 1701 Broadway, Seattle, WA 98122. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (206) 934-5278 or visit https://healthcare.seattlecentral.edu/programs/nursing-assistant-certified.
How much does Seattle Central College - Nursing Assistant Certified cost?
Seattle Central College - Nursing Assistant Certified has not published a flat tuition figure on this directory; pricing for the nursing assistant-certified (na-c) training depends on residency, financial aid, and any employer sponsorships. Call (206) 934-5278 or visit the program website at https://healthcare.seattlecentral.edu/programs/nursing-assistant-certified 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 Seattle Central College - Nursing Assistant Certified?
The nursing assistant-certified (na-c) training at Seattle Central College - Nursing Assistant Certified is structured as 8-9 weeks. Washington requires 85 hours minimum (most programs run 108+ hours) of state-approved training, so this program meets or exceeds the state minimum. Contact the program at (206) 934-5278 for current cohort start dates and schedule options.
How do I apply or contact Seattle Central College - Nursing Assistant Certified?
Call Seattle Central College - Nursing Assistant Certified directly at (206) 934-5278 or visit https://healthcare.seattlecentral.edu/programs/nursing-assistant-certified. The program is located at 1701 Broadway, Seattle, WA 98122. 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 Seattle Central College - Nursing Assistant Certified?
Before enrolling at Seattle Central College - Nursing Assistant Certified, 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 Seattle?
Yes. In addition to Seattle Central College - Nursing Assistant Certified in Seattle, our directory includes CNA training programs in Tacoma, 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.