Career in Caregiving
General Information
General information
| Public or private | Private |
| Type of school | Vocational school that provides Home Care Aide (Long Term Worker), Alternative Bridge, Certified Nursing Assistant, Nurse Delegation, and related continuing education training programs. Alternative Bridge program is for trained home care aides that want to transition to certified nursing assistants. |
| School accreditation | Licensed by the Washington State Workforce Training and Education Coordinating Board |
| Specialized licensure | Home Care Aide and Certified Nursing Assistant programs are licensed through Washington State Department of Health. |
School setting
| Public transportation to campus | The school is on the local bus route. |
| Student parking on campus | Ample parking with no fee; wheelchair accessible. |
| County | Lewis |
School visits
| School visit availability | Specific class schedules and time are explained at the time of enrollment. Staff available 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday. |
| Contact to set up school visit |
Katie Johnson, RN; 360.748.3112 careerincaregivingllc@gmail.com |
Costs
Program costs
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Cost for the Home Care Aide Program is $697 and includes state application and exam fees. Total cost for the Bridge Program (HCA to CNA 24-hour program) is $768. Total cost for the CNA Program is $1,115 which includes books, state application and exam fees. If the student doesn't have the 7-hour HIV/AIDS training, background check and CPR/FA the cost is $1,205. Tuition for the Nurse Delegation (ND) is $75 and $75 for the Nurse Delegation with Special Focus on Diabetes program. Tuition for CPR/FA is $50 (cards are good for two years) and $35 for ORSA. |
Tuition payment plans available
| Deferment plan (you can pay part of your tuition at the start of the term and the rest at the end of the term) | |
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Funding for those who qualify through the WorkSource office located in the Lewis County Mall. The school is contracted with Washington State Department of Social and Health Services and Department of Vocational Rehabilitation. On occasion, the student may receive funding through the hiring facility. |
Financial Aid
Contact for counseling or more information
| Katie Johnson | |
| RN/Instructor | |
| careerincaregivingllc@gmail.com | |
| 360.748.3112 |
Financial aid programs at this school
| Need-based scholarships and grants | |
| State-sponsored scholarships and grants | |
| DSHS, DVR, Local Health Care Facilities | |
| Veteran's benefits | |
| Veteran's benefits, such as the GI Bill, are honored |
Admissions
Education required for admission
| High school education | High school diploma required and GED accepted. |
Application dates
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HCA Program: Enrollment Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Bridge Program: Classes are held on 3 consecutive Fridays. Prospective students should call the school for specific dates. CNA Program is 5 weeks long and is on a rotating schedule. Please call for specific dates. |
Application requirements
| Submit these items: | |
| Application | Required for all students |
| High school transcript or GED certificate | Required for all students |
| Interview | Required for all students |
| SS card; if taking the ND w/Diabetes course, a copy of the ND Certificate is required. | |
Educational programs
List programs by [ title | cluster ]
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Health Aide
- CPR/FA [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
- Home Care Aide (HCA) Program [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
- Orientation and Safety Training (ORSA) [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
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Nursing Assisting
- Bridge Program (HCA to CNA) [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
- Certified Nursing Assistant [Certificate]
- CPR/FA [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
- Nurse Delegation Core Training [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
- Nurse Delegation with Emphasis on Diabetes [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]
- Orientation and Safety Training (ORSA) [Certificate, Short-term Training (1 year or less)]