About
Nursing Assistant Certified at Bates Technical College’s Downtown Campus in Tacoma, Washington, prepares students to provide patient care as nursing assistants under the supervision of licensed nurses. The program leads to eligibility for the Washington State written and manual skills examination to become a Nursing Assistant Certified. It is delivered in person through classroom instruction, skills labs, and supervised clinical experience over approximately five weeks, with weekday classes and clinical training. Admission requires applicants to be at least 18 years old, complete required immunizations, and successfully pass a criminal state background check. Clinical participation also requires current immunization documentation, including vaccinations or proof of immunity specified by the program.
At a glance
- Format: In person
- Next start: September 28, 2026
- Leads to: Washington State written and manual skills examination to become a Nursing Assistant Certified (NAC)
Organization
Bates Technical College - Downtown Campus
Bates Technical College is a career-focused institution in Tacoma, Washington, with pathways spanning healthcare, public safety, business, advanced manufacturing, and technology. Dreambound-listed fields include Certified Nursing Assistant, Practical Nurse, Dental Assisting, Phlebotomy, HVAC, and Welding, among others. Its programs combine technical and theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience, and several pathways use workplace-style labs or industry-relevant tools. Advanced Manufacturing covers precision tooling, machining, and CNC equipment, while Health Sciences includes direct and indirect patient-care occupations. Business and Communication supports professional, entrepreneurial, and digital work, and Education and Public Safety includes early childhood education, fire service, and public safety administration. The college also offers Hospitality training through Culinary Arts and STEM programs focused on information technology, robotics, mechatronics, electronics, and engineering. Career pathways are organized around exploration of occupational fields and preparation for entry-level positions.