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Tacoma, WA

St. Patrick CNA Training

Nursing Assistant-Certified (NA-C)

Location

Tacoma, WA

State Required Hours

85 hours minimum (most programs run 108+ hours)

Address

3901 South 56th Street

Tacoma, WA 98409

About This Program

St. Patrick CNA Training is a private nursing-assistant school on South 56th Street in South Tacoma, family-operated since 2011 and rated A+ by the Better Business Bureau. The school's NAC curriculum is designed to meet the Washington state 85-hour minimum and prepare students for the NNAAP/Washington OBRA written and skills exam. It also offers nurse-delegation, CPR/first aid, and bloodborne-pathogen courses as adjuncts for working caregivers.

Visit Program Website Call (253) 267-1476

Location & Directions

3901 South 56th Street, Tacoma, WA 98409

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does the CNA program at St. Patrick CNA Training include?

St. The program is located at 3901 South 56th Street, Tacoma, WA 98409. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (253) 267-1476 or visit https://www.bbb.org/us/wa/tacoma/profile/nursing-school/st-patrick-cna-training-llc-1296-22826990.

How much does St. Patrick CNA Training cost?

St. Patrick CNA Training 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) 267-1476 or visit the program website at https://www.bbb.org/us/wa/tacoma/profile/nursing-school/st-patrick-cna-training-llc-1296-22826990 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 St. Patrick CNA Training?

St. Patrick CNA Training 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) 267-1476 or check the program website at https://www.bbb.org/us/wa/tacoma/profile/nursing-school/st-patrick-cna-training-llc-1296-22826990 to confirm the program length, start dates, and full-time vs part-time schedule options.

How do I apply or contact St. Patrick CNA Training?

Call St. Patrick CNA Training directly at (253) 267-1476 or visit https://www.bbb.org/us/wa/tacoma/profile/nursing-school/st-patrick-cna-training-llc-1296-22826990. The program is located at 3901 South 56th Street, Tacoma, WA 98409. 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 St. Patrick CNA Training?

Before enrolling at St. Patrick CNA Training, 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 St. Patrick CNA Training 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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