Spokane Community College
1810 N. Greene Street
Nursing Assistant-Certified (NA-C) Training
- Phone:
- (509) 533-8829
CNA Classes in Spokane, WA
6 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training programs in Spokane. Tuition ranges from $850 to $1,419. Washington requires 85 hours minimum (most programs run 108+ hours) of training and uses Credentia for the competency exam.
Programs in Spokane
6
Tuition Range
$850 to $1,419
State Required Hours
85 hours minimum (most programs run 108+ hours)
Exam Vendor
Credentia
Lowest tuition
Vital Healthcare Training
$850 plus tax · 4 weeks (approximately 116 hours)
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New Chapters in Healthcare Education
Approximately 120 hours / 3 weeks
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Spokane Community College
1810 N Greene Street
Nursing Assistant-Certified (NA-C)
- Duration:
- 1 quarter (44 didactic + 33 lab + 50 clinical hours)
- Cost:
- $1,419 (WA resident)
- Phone:
- (509) 533-8829
Providence Health Training
1313 N Atlantic St, Ste 4900
Nursing Assistant-Certified (NA-C)
- Duration:
- 77 classroom hours + 80 clinical hours
- Cost:
- $1,200
- Phone:
- (509) 473-6007
New Chapters in Healthcare Education
320 W Spofford Ave
Nursing Assistant-Certified (NA-C)
- Duration:
- Approximately 120 hours / 3 weeks
- Phone:
- (509) 572-7178
Vital Healthcare Training
6704 N Nevada St, Ste 7
Nursing Assistant-Certified (NA-C)
- Duration:
- 4 weeks (approximately 116 hours)
- Cost:
- $850 plus tax
- Phone:
- (509) 688-4040
Sparkle Training Center
220 E Wellesley Ave, Ste 201
Nursing Assistant-Certified (NA-C)
- Phone:
- (509) 953-6810
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 Spokane
How many CNA training programs are available in Spokane, WA?
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Our directory lists 6 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training programs in Spokane, 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 Spokane?
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Published tuition for CNA programs in Spokane ranges from $850 to $1,419. Vital Healthcare Training lists the lowest tuition at $850 plus tax. Total out-of-pocket cost also includes the state exam fee ($155 total ($55 written/oral + $100 skills)), background check, and uniforms.
What is the fastest CNA program in Spokane?
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New Chapters in Healthcare Education offers the shortest published program in Spokane at Approximately 120 hours / 3 weeks. Washington requires 85 hours minimum (most programs run 108+ hours) of state-approved training, so any accelerated program must compress the required hours into a shorter calendar window through full-time scheduling. Call (509) 572-7178 for current cohort start dates.
How do I become a CNA in Spokane, WA?
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To work as a CNA in Spokane, 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 Spokane?
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No Spokane 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.