Bridge Programs

Medical Assistant Bridge to Nursing Assistant Program Description

(MA to NAC) Medical Assistant Alternative Training Program MA's can take this bridge to CNA in 3 days for a total of 24 hours. After completing this course MA's will be able to take state exam.

Students must have an active MA license to enroll in this course.

REQUIREMENTS

Must be at least 18 years old
Have a Valid Medical Assistant License from one of these accrediting bodies: AAMA, AMT, NHA, NCCT, CAAHEP, ABHES
Must pass CELSA Test with 75% passing grade (if applicable). Test may be retaken, free of charge.
Current Medical Assistant Certificate or transcript from a school accredited by ABHES (the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools) or CAAHEP (the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs).
Must complete DSHS background check. You can fill the form for free here:

https://fortress.wa.gov/dshs/bcs/

Complete a background inquiry form. Any record of crimes against persons will prevent an individual from working in this field. You can order the form here:

WATCH Overview - Washington State Patrol ($11)

Provide documentation of a completed two step tuberculosis test. If the results are positive a chest x-ray result must be provided. Must be within one year
Covid Vaccine Documentation
Royal Blue Scrubs
White Nursing Shoes
Blood Pressure Cuff and Stethoscope
Gait Belt
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(Please Note: If possible you can find your own Clinicals or if you are working at a assisting living faciality you can get it signed off with a Charge Nurse.)

Home Care Aide to Nursing Assistant Program Description

(HCA to NAC) Home Care Aide Alternative Training Program
Home Care Aides can take this bridge to CNA in 3 days for a total of 24 hours. After completing this course HCA's will be able to take state exam.

Students must have an active HCA license to enroll in this course.

REQUIREMENTS

Must be at least 18 years of age
Must pass CELSA Test with 75% passing grade (if applicable). Test may be retaken, once, free of charge.
Current Home Care Aide License
Must complete DSHS background check. You can fill the form for free here:

https://fortress.wa.gov/dshs/bcs/

Complete a background inquiry form. Any record of crimes against persons will prevent an individual from working in this field. You can fill out the form here: WATCH Overview - Washington State Patrol
Provide documentation of a completed two step tuberculosis test. If the results are positive a chest x-ray result must be provided.
Covid Vaccine Documentation
Royal Blue Scrubs
White Nursing Shoes
Blood Pressure Cuff and Stethoscope
Gait Belt
Watch with seconds
(Please Note: If possible you can find your own Clinicals or if you are working at a assisting living faciality you can get it signed off with a Charge Nurse.)

About Our Course

(MA to CNA) Nursing Assistant Alternative Training Program for Medical Assistant Certified Medical Assistants can take this bridge to CNA in 3 days for a total of 24 hours. After completing this course MA's will be able to take state exam.

Documentation verifying current MA National Certification is required prior to enrollment

- AAMA or AMT or NHA or NCCT)

(HCA to NAC) This is a Home Care Aide alternative training program. Home Care Aides can take this bridge to CNA in 3 days for a total of 24 hours. After completing this course HCA's will be able to take the Nursing Assistant Certified state exam.

Students must have an active HCA license to enroll in this course.

In Person Class:

Tuition: $750

Registration fee: $50

Book cost: $50(+tax)

Total: $850

Online Class :

Tuition: $750

Registration fee: $50

Book cost: $50 (+tax)

Total: $850

Upcoming Course Schedule

Online CNA Bridge.

Theory: June 6 and 7, 2022

Time: 9am - 1pm

Lab(In person): June 29, 2022

Time: 8am to 4:30pm