This school has been licensed in Washington State under Chapter 28C.10 RCW as a licensed vocational school since 1983. Course program and objectives are approved through Washington State Department of Health, and the Washington State Aging and Disabilities Services Administration. Successful completion of this program qualifies you for State/OBRA competency testing. (testing fee additional)
Requirements for Successful Completion
1.
attendance of all classes
attendance of all classes2.successful clinical completion
successful clinical completion3.passing class final with score of 80% or better
passing class final with score of 80% or better4.passing state Competency Test in order to be certified by Washington State.
passing state Competency Test in order to be certified by Washington State. (current cost for State Competency Test through NACES is $107.00)
5.provide documentation that they are free of active tuberculosis
provide documentation that they are free of active tuberculosisThe student is considered a Certified Nursing Assistant after passing the State Competency Test. There are no transferable credits to another institution.
Training Cost
$55 Class Deposit/Registration Fee. Registration fee will be returned if student is not accepted.
$540Tuition due on first day of class. (Book provided) Additional Costs:
$30Filing fee for Nursing Assistant Registered, with Department of Health$30Filing fee for Nursing Assistant Certified, with Department of Health$107Testing fee for state competency test upon successful completion of class, payable to NACES PLUSVariable Costs:
Two Step TB skin test. (If TB skin test results are positive, a chest x-ray will be required.)Uniform (uniform shoes, uniform pants, skirt, dress and/or uniform top.) Gait belt. Training includes 40 hours of classroom time and 52 hours of clinical experience. Classes are held three times weekly for 5 weeks. Day sessions are available with classes normally meeting 10am-2pm and evening sessions are available with classes normally meeting 6-10pm. There are 2 clinical skills classes that are additionally scheduled, 2-8pm for evening classes, and 8am-2pm for day classes. There are 5 clinical days (day shifts, 8 hours each) scheduled in a skilled nursing facility. This is scheduled individually with the student.
New classes begin approximately every 4 weeks
Class Program Outline
Basic Technical SkillsPersonal Care SkillsMental Health/Social Service NeedsBasic Restorative ServicesRights and Independence PromotionCommunication/Interpersonal SkillsInfection Control Including 7 hours of HIV/AIDS class-certificate issuedSafety/Emergency Procedures including CPR class-CPR card issuedRules and RegulationsRequirements For Class Admission
Pass reading comprehension test. Reading, writing & communication in English is a requirement.
Complete "Background Inquiry" form that will be provided. If there is a record of crimes against persons or financial exploitation, according to state law the individual cannot work in this field.
Have no back problems that would prevent safe lifting of at least 40 lbs..
A Social Security number is required in order to become a Nursing Assistant Registered (NAR). A Nursing Assistant Registered (NAR) is required before you can complete your clinical experience.
Provide photo identification.
Instructional Staff
R.N. Instructors
Occupational Therapist
CPR instructor
Director - Christina Spencer BSN, RN graduated from Seattle University with a degree in Nursing. She has extensive experience in long term care including positions as Director of Nursing and Care Consultant. She has been teaching classes since 1980.
Nursing Assistant Training Institute
15019 Aurora Ave N
Shoreline, WA 98133
206-417-2600
Directions: Take the NE 145th St. exit off of I-5. Head west on 145th. Turn right on Aurora Ave. Go 5 blocks then turn left into the shopping plaza next to the "McDonalds Restaurant". We are located in the middle of the plaza. Bus #358
