RTC Nursing Assistant Program is approved by the Department of Health (DOH) and the Washington State Board of Nursing (WABON).

To be admitted to the Nursing Assistant Program, a prospective student must meet the following requirements:

• Minimum age: 16 years at time of enrollment
• English Fluency (verbal and written)

Upon invitation and acceptance to the Nursing Assistant Program, students must provide a Washington State Patrol Criminal History Report.

Screening and Tracking Requirements

After invitation to the program, students must meet vaccination and program-specific health requirements in compliance with the Center for Disease Control Healthcare Provider immunization guidelines, including the submission of original lab results, x-ray reports, and immunization records, which must be dated and signed by their healthcare provider.

Immunization Timeline Table

*Vaccinations must be current while on externships

• Tuberculosis 2 step test or negative QuantiFERON test
• American Heart Association Basic Life Saving Provider card
• Current seasonal Influenza vaccine
• Current background check through the Washington State Patrol Criminal History Report
• Personal health insurance upon entry and for the duration of the program
  
  • Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and to reach overhead
  • Ability to stand or walk for long periods
  • Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously
• Must meet any additional requirements by the Clinical Placement site which may vary depending on the site

Are you new to health care? Please consider taking our Bridge to Health and Human Services class to help you set up for success! You will get an introduction to subjects taught in health care programs, learn about different medical careers, learn about background check and immunization requirements, as well as information about how to pay for the program and the steps to register. Check out the flyer. Email askccp@rtc.edu or talk to an entry advisor to register!