an essential step into a credentialed career
The nursing assistant training program consists of 120 hours. The first phase of the program, the preclinical phase, is made up of classroom lecture, discussion, videos, and projects, seven hours of HIV/AIDS education and certification, CPR/First Aid education and certification. Successful completion of all student work, as well as written and practical exams, will allow a student to move into the clinical experience phase of their training.
The clinical experience phase of the program consists of 40 hours of clinical experience at a healthcare facility working with patients or residents. During this phase of the program, students will be required to meet a list of clinical objectives for course completion. Students will be supervised at all times by a New Chapters State approved Licensed Nurse while at the clinical facility.
Upon successful completion of the clinical experience, students will receive a New Chapters’ certificate of completion and will then be eligible for the Washington State Nursing Assistant Certification Examination.
What is CNA
A CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) is a trained healthcare professional who provides essential support to nurses and direct care to patients, especially in long-term care and hospital settings. With New Chapters, you can become a CNA in as little as 3 weeks.
Start your career in healthcare with a comprehensive, hands‑on Nursing Assistant Certified (NAC/CNA) training program designed to prepare you for real‑world caregiving and Washington State certification. Our program emphasizes professionalism, exceptional clinical skills, and compassionate, holistic care—reflecting our mission “to empower the healthcare setting with professionals who are equipped to provide compassionate, competent, holistic, individualized care to every vulnerable person they serve.”
⭐ Program Overview
Our state‑approved CNA program consists of 120 total training hours, divided into:
| Training Component | Hours |
|---|---|
| Theory (Classroom Instruction) | 47 hours |
| Clinical Lab (Skills Practice) | 33 hours |
| Clinical Experience (In‑Facility) | 40 hours |
Students begin with classroom learning, including lectures, discussions, videos, assignments, and required certifications such as HIV/AIDS education and CPR/First Aid. After passing written and skills exams, students advance to supervised clinical rotations in a healthcare facility.
Upon successful completion, students receive a New Chapters Certificate of Completion and become eligible for the Washington State Nursing Assistant Certification Examination.
🎓 What You Will Learn
Our curriculum is designed to meet all Washington State and federal training requirements, including RCW 18.88A, WAC 246‑84, and 42 CFR 483.151–154.
Core topics include:
The healthcare system & care team roles
Professionalism & job‑seeking skills
Legal and ethical responsibilities
Communication skills
Infection control & HIV/AIDS training
Safety for patients, caregivers, and environments
Basic patient and resident care
Death and dying
Human body structure and function
Caring for individuals with dementia, mental illness, disabilities, and rehabilitation needs
Home health care
🧪 Skills Lab & Clinical Experience
Students practice essential CNA skills in a simulated lab environment before entering clinicals. Skills testing includes 10 randomly selected skills from the National Nurse Aide Assessment Program (NNAAP), all of which must be passed to continue.
Clinical rotations include 40 hours of supervised hands‑on experience in a partnering healthcare facility, where students apply their skills with real patients under the guidance of a licensed nurse.
📅 Program Schedule
Classes begin the first week of each month and run for approximately three weeks.
Enrollment is ongoing, but students must register at least two weeks before the start date.
💲 Tuition & Fees
Program Tuition: $1,200.00 (includes $100.00 Non-Refundable registration fee)
Additional costs may include scrubs, certification fees, TB testing, CPR/First Aid, and background checks.
Payment plans are available on a case‑by‑case basis.
✔️ Admission Requirements
To enroll, students must:
Have a High School Diploma or GED
Demonstrate English proficiency (per WAC 490‑105‑140)
Pass a criminal background check
Provide negative TB test results
Be physically able to perform CNA duties, including lifting and moving patients
🏆 Completion & Certification
Graduates who pass all program components receive a Certificate of Completion and are fully prepared to take the Washington State CNA written and skills exam.