Bridge Programs

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(MA to NAC/CNA) Medical Assistant Alternative Training Program MA's can take this bridge to CNA in 5 days for a total of 36 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) 

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 (optional)
• Gait Belt
• Watch with seconds. (optional)

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Upcoming Hybrid Course Schedule for MA to CNA. ( bridge)    

Theory Date: 09/23 and 09/24. Theory Hours: 16 (online live on Zoom)

Lab Date: 09/25 and 09/26, Lab Hours: 14,

Clinical Date: 9/27,  Hours: 6, Date 

Time: Theory : 8:00 am to 4:30pm

Time:  Lab: 8:00 am to 4:30pm

Time: Clinical 6:00 am to 12:30 pm

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Theory Date:10/6 and 10/7. Theory Hours: 16 (online live on Zoom)

Lab Date: 10/13 and 10/14, Lab Hours: 14,

Clinical Date: 10/21 , Hours: 6, Date 

Time: Theory : 8:00 am to 4:30pm

Time:  Lab: 8:00 am to 3:00pm

Time: Clinical 6:00 am to 12:30 pm

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Theory Date: 11/12 and 11/13 . Theory Hours: 16 (online live on Zoom)

Lab Date: 11/19 and 11/20 , Lab Hours: 14,

Clinical Date: 11/27,  Hours: 6, Date 

Time: Theory : 8:00 am to 4:30pm

Time:  Lab: 8:00 am to 3:00pm

Time: Clinical 6:00 am to 12:30 pm

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Theory Date: 01/12/2026 and 01/13/2026. Theory Hours: 16 (online live on Zoom)

Lab Date:01/19/2025  and 01/20/2026 , Lab Hours: 14,

Clinical Date:01/27/2026 ,  Hours: 6, Date 

Time: Theory : 8:00 am to 4:30pm

Time:  Lab: 8:00 am to 3:00pm

Time: Clinical 6:00 am to 12:30 pm

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Have Any Questions?
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📞 Call us at: 253-252-3956
📧 Email: customerservice@healthprofessionalsinstitute.com

(HCA to NAC) Home Care Aide Alternative Training Program 
Home Care Aides can take this bridge to CNA in 5 days for a total of 36 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 (optional)
• Gait Belt
• Watch with seconds (Optional)

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(HCA to NAC) Home Care Aide Alternative Training Program 

Theory Date: 09/23 and 09/24. Theory Hours: 16 (online live on Zoom)

Lab Date: 09/25 and 09/26, Lab Hours: 14,

Clinical Date: 9/27,  Hours: 6, Date 

Time: Theory : 8:00 am to 4:30pm

Time:  Lab: 8:00 am to 4:30pm

Time: Clinical 6:00 am to 12:30 pm

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(HCA to NAC) Home Care Aide Alternative Training Program      

Theory Date:10/6 and 10/7. Theory Hours: 17 (online live on Zoom)

Lab Date: 10/13 and 10/14, Lab Hours: 13,

Clinical Date: 10/21 , Hours: 6, Date 

Time: Theory : 8:00 am to 4:30pm

Time:  Lab: 8:00 am to 3:00pm

Time: Clinical 6:00 am to 12:30 pm

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(HCA to NAC) Home Care Aide Alternative Training Program      

Theory Date: 11/12 and 11/13 . Theory Hours: 17 (online live on Zoom)

Lab Date: 11/19 and 11/20 , Lab Hours: 13,

Clinical Date: 11/27,  Hours: 6, Date 

Time: Theory : 8:00 am to 4:30pm

Time:  Lab: 8:00 am to 3:00pm

Time: Clinical 6:00 am to 12:30 pm

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(HCA to NAC) Home Care Aide Alternative Training Program      

Theory Date: 01/12/2026 and 01/13/2026. Theory Hours: 17 (online live on Zoom)

Lab Date:01/19/2025  and 01/20/2026 , Lab Hours: 13,

Clinical Date:01/27/2026 ,  Hours: 6, Date 

Time: Theory : 8:00 am to 4:30pm

Time:  Lab: 8:00 am to 3:00pm

Time: Clinical 6:00 am to 12:30 pm

Have Any Questions?
We're here to help!

📞 Call us at: 253-252-3956
📧 Email: customerservice@healthprofessionalsinstitute.com

(MA to CNA) Nursing Assistant Alternative Training Program for Medical Assistant Certified Medical Assistants can take this bridge to CNA in 6 days for a total of 38 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 6 days for a total of 38 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.

Documentation versifying current HCA Washington state license prior to the enrollment.

Hybrid - Class:

Tuition: $750

Registration fee: $50

Book cost: $50(+tax)

Online Service Charge: $50

Total: $900