Tacoma, WA
Bates Technical College
Nursing Assistant-Certified (NA-C)
Location
Tacoma, WA
Duration
5 weeks (10 credits)
State Required Hours
85 hours minimum (most programs run 108+ hours)
- Address
1101 South Yakima Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98405
- Phone
- (253) 680-7327
About This Program
Bates Technical College runs its NA-C program from the Downtown Campus on South Yakima Avenue in Tacoma's Hilltop/downtown corridor. The program is fully approved by the Washington State Board of Nursing and DSHS, and combines classroom theory with supervised clinical hours at local long-term care sites. Five-week cohorts run year-round, with students earning 10 credits and sitting for the NNAAP written and skills exam upon completion. Black scrubs and a clean background check are required, and federal financial aid and workforce scholarships are available.
Location & Directions
1101 South Yakima Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98405
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 Bates Technical College include?
Bates Technical College runs its NA-C program from the Downtown Campus on South Yakima Avenue in Tacoma's Hilltop/downtown corridor. The program is located at 1101 South Yakima Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98405. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (253) 680-7327 or visit https://www.batestech.edu/programs/nursing-assistant-certified/.
How much does Bates Technical College cost?
Bates Technical College 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 (253) 680-7327 or visit the program website at https://www.batestech.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 Bates Technical College?
The nursing assistant-certified (na-c) at Bates Technical College is structured as 5 weeks (10 credits). 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 (253) 680-7327 for current cohort start dates and schedule options.
How do I apply or contact Bates Technical College?
Call Bates Technical College directly at (253) 680-7327 or visit https://www.batestech.edu/programs/nursing-assistant-certified/. The program is located at 1101 South Yakima Avenue, Tacoma, WA 98405. 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 Bates Technical College?
Before enrolling at Bates Technical College, 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 Tacoma?
Yes. In addition to Bates Technical College in Tacoma, our directory includes CNA training programs in Seattle, Spokane, Olympia. 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.
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