CNA Program In Washington

The basic requisites are as follows:

• Student must have a high school diploma or GED.
• The minimum age required for enrolling in the CNA schools is 18 years.
• A proficiency in English speaking, reading and writing is required.
• Candidate must not be involved in any criminal activity.
• Proof of negative TB test and Drug test is required.
• Individuals must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Candidate must pass the Washington state background check.
• They must hold a Social Security Card.

The entire program requires 85 hours of program that includes classroom and clinical practices. It generally completes in 5-6 weeks. Fee for nurse aide program differs from school to school. However, it ranges in between $500-$2,000. Successful completion of this program qualifies aspirants for state competency examination

The curriculum of nurse aide program acquaints the aspirants with the roles and responsibilities of CNAs. The topics included are as follows:

• Elementary nursing skills
• Safety and emergency measures
• Technical and personal skills
• Daily grooming, cleanup of patients
• Vital signs
• Medical terminology
• Nutritional requirements
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Infection control
• Basic restorative care
• Legal issues
• Residents’ rights

1. Do I need to clear a background check to get enrolled in the program?

Answer: Yes, it is compulsory for every aspirant to clear the background check. Involvement in any criminal activity may lead to disqualification.

2. What is the cost of the complete CNA Class?

Answer: The cost of entire CNA program varies as per school. However, the approximate fee for nurse aide program ranges in between $500-$2,000.

3. How many program hours are essential to obtain a certificate of completion of a CNA course?

Answer: The state board of nursing mandate it for the individuals to receive at least 85 hours of program.

Some colleges and universities help the underprivileged and financially weak applicants with adequate financial aid to cover their entire CNA Program costs.

• Marine Corps Scholarship Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation supports economically feeble applicants who are pursuing their post high school education in Washington, US. In order to be eligible for the scholarship program, you must:
  • Be a child of reserve/active U.S. Marine, Veteran U.S. Marine, reserve/active duty U.S. Navy Corpsman.
  • Have minimum GPA of 2.0.
  • Be planning to attend any career program school or undergraduate college in the forthcoming academic year.
• Nursing Workforce Diversity GrantsThe grant is available through the Health Resources and Services Administration. It is awarded to the candidates from disadvantage backgrounds to support in their nursing education. The selected candidates can get financial aid up to $300,000.

• HRSA Scholarships for Disadvantaged StudentsThose nursing students who are attending or planning to attend the nursing school can apply for the scholarship via financial aid office of the school. The candidates can cover living expenses, tuition fee, and other educational costs through the scholarship amount.In order to be eligible, the applicant-
  • Must demonstrate the financial need.
  • Must be a full-time student.
• AAUW Fellowship and GrantsThe grant is offered by the American Association of University Women. It provides financial aid for career change or career development in any technical or professional field. Funds of $2000 to $6000 are provided to the deserving candidates.

• FNSNA (Foundation of the National Student Nurses’ Association) Annual Scholarship ProgramThe scholarship program provides support for nursing and pre-nursing students. In order to be eligible for the scholarship, you are supposed to-
  • Be having financial need.
  • Have good academic record.
  • Have involvement in community activities related to health care and nursing student organizations.
  • Be enrolled in a state-approved school of nursing or pre-nursing.
• North Seattle College Education Fund ScholarshipThe scholarship program is available for students attending North Seattle College. In order to meet the requirements, the candidate must:
  • Be pursuing a certificate or degree course at North Seattle College.
  • Be enrolled at the time of application submission.
  • Must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress guidelines as per Financial Aid Policy.
  • Have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA.
  • Submit personal statement, an essay and recommendation letters.
• South Seattle Community College (SSCC) – South Seattle Community College FoundationThe foundation offers scholarships to graduating high school seniors. The candidates are expected to meet the following requirements:
  • You must have a planning to attend South Seattle Community College full-time, i.e., 12 credits or more per quarter.
  • Show good academic performance.
  • Demonstrate financial need.
  • Submit a completed application and required documents by the deadline date.

• Spokane Community CollegeThe college is WIA approved. The qualified aspirants get financial aid to complete some level of program or education for a new career.Contact Details:-Spokane Community College
  Address: 1810 North Greene Street, Spokane, WA 99217-5399
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• Edmonds Community College (ECC)The ECC is among the colleges administering reprogram benefits. The benefits support unemployed individuals.Contact Details:-Edmonds Community College
  Address: 20000 68th Avenue W Lynnwood, WA 98036
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There are two Job Corps Centers in Washington that offer nurse aide program at no cost. You must meet the requirements to get enrolled for the program.

Contact Details:-

• Cascades Job Corps Center
  Address: 7782 Northern State Road, PO Box 819, Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284
  Phone No: (360) 854-3400
  Fax No: (360) 854-2227
  Website: http://cascades.jobcorps.gov

• Columbia Basin Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center
  Address: 6739 24th Street, Building 2402, Moses Lake, WA 98837-3246
  Phone No: (509) 762-5581
  Fax No: (509) 793-1758
  Website: http://columbiabasin.jobcorps.gov

• American Red Cross Serving King & Kitsap Counties
  Address: 1900 25th Avenue South Seattle, WA 98144-4708
  Phone No: (206) 323-2345
  Website: http://www.redcross.org/wa/seattle

• Inland Northwest Regional Office
  Address: 315 West Nora Avenue, Spokane, WA 99205
  Phone No: (509) 326-3330
  Website: http://www.redcross.org/WA/Spokane

• Islands Chapter
  Address: P.O. Box 249, 2900 T Avenue, Anacortes, WA 98221
  Phone No: (360) 293-2911
  Website: http://www.redcross.org/wa/anacortes

• American Red Cross – Joint Base Lewis/McChord
  Address: Building 1017 Upstairs 9th Division Road, Fort Lewis, WA 98433
  Phone No: (312) 347-3889
  Website: http://www.redcross.org/wa/joint-base-lewis-mcchord

• Mount Rainier Chapter
  Address: 1235 South Tacoma Way, Tacoma, WA 98409
  Phone No: (253) 474-0400
  Website: http://www.redcross.org/wa/tacoma

• Mt. Baker Chapter
  Address: 2111 King Street, Bellingham, WA 98225
  Phone No: (360) 733-3290
  Website: http://www.redcross.org/wa/bellingham

• Olympic Peninsula Chapter
  Address: 151 Ruth’s Place, Sequim, WA 98382
  Phone No: (360) 457-7933
  Website: http://www.redcross.org/wa/port-townsend

• Snohomish County Chapter
  Address: 2530 Lombard Avenue, Everett, WA 98201
  Phone No: (425) 252-4103
  Website: http://www.redcross.org/wa/everett

• Southwest Washington
  Address: 3114 East 4th Plain Boulevard, Vancouver, WA 98661
  Phone No: (360) 693-5821
  Website: http://www.redcross.org/wa/vancouver

Question 1: What are the eligibility criteria to apply for FNSNA (Foundation of the National Student Nurses’ Association) Annual Scholarship Program in WA?

Answer: In order to be eligible for this scholarship program, the candidate must be enrolled in the state-approved school of nursing or pre-nursing, demonstrate financial need, maintain a good academic record, and must have involvement in community activities related to health care and nursing students’ organizations.