Bridge Programs
(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
- 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.)
Program Costs:
- Tuition: $750
- Registration fee: $60
- Books: $50 (+tax)
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(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.)
Program Costs:
- Tuition: $750
- Registration fee: $60
- Books: $50 (+tax)
Theory: January 8th 2024
Time: 8am-4:30pm
Lab(In person): January 12th 2024
Time: 8am-4:30pm
Clinical: January 20th 2024 (Could change depending on availability)
Theory: January 22nd
Time: 8am-4:30pm
Lab(In person): January 26th, 2024
Time: 8am-4:30pm
Clinical: February 3rd (Could change depending on availability)
Theory: February 8th
Time: 8am-4:30pm
Lab(In person): February 16th
Time: 8am-4:30pm
Clinical: February 17th (Could change depending on availability)
Theory: February 22nd
Time: 8am-4:30pm
Lab(In person): February 23rd, 2024
Time: 8am-4:30pm
Clinical: March 2nd (Could change depending on availability)
Theory: March 18th
Time: 8am-4:30pm
Lab(In person): March 22nd , 2024
Time: 8am-4:30pm
Clinical: March 23rd (Could change depending on availability)
Theory: April 1st
Time: 8am-4:30pm
Lab(In person): April 12th , 2024
Time: 8am-4:30pm
Clinical: April 13th (Could change depending on availability)
Theory: April 22nd
Time: 8am-4:30pm
Lab(In person): April 26th , 2024
Time: 8am-4:30pm
Clinical: April 27th (Could change depending on availability)
Theory: May 6th
Time: 8am-4:30pm
Lab(In person): May 10th , 2024
Time: 8am-4:30pm
Clinical: May 18th (Could change depending on availability)
Theory: May 27th
Time: 8am-4:30pm
Lab(In person): May 31st , 2024
Time: 8am-4:30pm
Clinical: June 8th (Could change depending on availability)
Theory: June 10th
Time: 8am-4:30pm
Lab(In person): June 14th , 2024
Time: 8am-4:30pm
Clinical: June 29th (Could change depending on availability)
Call 253-252-3956 or Email [email protected] to enroll.
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.