·A WA State Patrol WATCH background inquiry must be submitted prior to enrollment or by the end of H-OCC 110.

·Total program hours = 190 hours / 13 credits.

·Students must meet immunization requirements prior to H- OCC 118.

·Completion of all modules within one quarter is encouraged. All modules must be completed within one year to be eligible for certification.

·Students who successfully complete all modules will receive a Certificate of Completion from the WA State Department of Health and be eligible to take the nursing assistant certification exam. Students will also receive a Certificate of Completion from Olympic College.

·Completion of the Nursing Assistant Program can be used as one factor point in the admission process for the Practical Nurse Program.

Costs for which student is responsible



Tuition per Module $ 81.00 per credit
Textbooks $85.00
Uniform (2 sets of burgundy scrubs) $ 40.00
Shoes $ 40.00
Stethoscope $ 15.00
Malpractice Insurance $ 10.00
A watch with a second hand $ 10.00
Personal Health Care Insurance
Immunizations
*These are estimated costs

Location of classes and clinical:

The classroom portion of the class is taught at the Olympic College campus in Bremerton . Olympic College is partnering with long-term care facilities in the local communities for the clinical portion of the program.

Shelton students wishing to commute to Bremerton classes are welcome to do so.

Complete these steps to get started!

1. Information Sessions Available:  For dates, times and locations, call the Nursing Assistant Program Director or Program Assistant. For Kitsap County, call 360-475-7764. For Shelton, call 360-432-5423 to speak to the educational advisor.

Any Shelton student wishing to attend a Bremerton Information Session is welcome to do so.

2. Register for Classes:  New students register in person at the Registration and Records Office on the Bremerton campus, or at the main office at the OC Shelton campus.

3. Contact the Cashier:  Pay tuition online or in person or call the cashier within two business days to arrange for payment at 360-475-7181 or 1-800-259-6718, ext. 7181. At OC Shelton, call 360-432-5400.

4. Purchase Books:  Purchase books at the Bremerton campus bookstore, OC Shelton bookstore or online at http://ocbookstore.com.

5. Clinical Placements:  These will be made at the beginning of HOCC 118.

6. Physical Activity:  Students must be able to lift 50 pounds and be on their feet for up to 8 hours.

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The Nursing Assistant Program is approved by the Washington Department of Health and the Department of Social and Health Services.

Nursing Assistant Mission

We are committed to:

·Preparing students to assist in the delivery of high quality nursing care under the direction and supervision of a licensed nurse for clients in acute and long-term care settings.

·Developing responsible, caring students who are dedicated to providing ethically sound care that optimizes the independence of diverse clients within the community.

·Building students’ academic skills and confidence while preparing them for employment within the health care field.

(Interested Shelton students please contact Mary Polensky)



Nursing Assistant Program

OC Bremerton
1600 Chester Avenue | Health Occupations Building
Bremerton, WA 98337
Phone: 360-475-7554 | Fax: 360-475-7508

OC Shelton
937 W. Alpine Way | Shelton, WA 98584
Phone: 360-432-5400 | Fax: 360-475-7508