Tacoma, WA
Park Rose Care Center
Nursing Assistant-Certified (NA-C)
Location
Tacoma, WA
State Required Hours
85 hours minimum (most programs run 108+ hours)
- Address
3919 South 19th Street
Tacoma, WA 98405
- Phone
- (253) 752-5677
About This Program
Park Rose Care Center is a 139-bed Medicare/Medicaid skilled nursing facility in Central Tacoma, just blocks from Allenmore Hospital, that operates a DSHS- and Board of Nursing-approved Traditional NA-C training program on-site. Students learn in a working long-term care environment with direct mentorship from the facility's licensed nursing staff, completing the 85-hour minimum DSHS curriculum needed to sit for the NNAAP written and manual skills exam. The program is geared toward people who want to be hired at Park Rose or other Regency-Pacific facilities after credentialing, so it functions partly as a hire-then-train pipeline rather than an open-enrollment school.
Location & Directions
3919 South 19th Street, 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 Park Rose Care Center include?
Park Rose Care Center is a 139-bed Medicare/Medicaid skilled nursing facility in Central Tacoma, just blocks from Allenmore Hospital, that operates a DSHS- and Board of Nursing-approved Traditional NA-C training program on-site. The program is located at 3919 South 19th Street, Tacoma, WA 98405. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (253) 752-5677 or visit https://www.regency-pacific.com/senior-living/wa/tacoma/park-rose-care-center/.
How much does Park Rose Care Center cost?
Park Rose 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 (253) 752-5677 or visit the program website at https://www.regency-pacific.com/senior-living/wa/tacoma/park-rose-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 Park Rose Care Center?
Park Rose 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 (253) 752-5677 or check the program website at https://www.regency-pacific.com/senior-living/wa/tacoma/park-rose-care-center/ to confirm the program length, start dates, and full-time vs part-time schedule options.
How do I apply or contact Park Rose Care Center?
Call Park Rose Care Center directly at (253) 752-5677 or visit https://www.regency-pacific.com/senior-living/wa/tacoma/park-rose-care-center/. The program is located at 3919 South 19th Street, 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 Park Rose Care Center?
Before enrolling at Park Rose 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 Tacoma?
Yes. In addition to Park Rose Care Center 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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