CNA classes in Washington
We found 21 schools offering nursing assistant (CNA) training in Washington, with campuses in Tacoma, Bellingham, Moses Lake, and Bellevue and more. CNAs in Washington earn a median $49,180 a year, according to the BLS.
- Schools
- 21
- Public colleges
- 21
- Median pay in WA
- $49,180
- Cities with schools
- 10
21 nursing assistant (CNA) schools
School results
Bellingham Technical College
Bellingham, WA · Public
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Electrician
- HVAC technician
- +16
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Centralia College
Centralia, WA · Public
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Welding
- Diesel & heavy equipment mechanic
- +7
Edmonds College
Lynnwood, WA · Public
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- CNC machining
- Practical nursing (LPN/LVN)
- +13
Highline College
Des Moines, WA · Public
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Medical assistant
- IT support & networking
- +3
Shoreline Community College
Shoreline, WA · Public
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Automotive technician
- Phlebotomy
- +5
Skagit Valley College
Mount Vernon, WA · Public
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Welding
- Automotive technician
- +11
Tacoma Community College
Tacoma, WA · Public
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- EMT & paramedic
- Medical billing & coding
- +5
Walla Walla Community College
Walla Walla, WA · Public
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- HVAC technician
- Welding
- +12
Whatcom Community College
Bellingham, WA · Public
- Nursing assistant (CNA)
- Medical assistant
- Massage therapy
- +3
CNA classes by city
- Seattle (11 within 30 mi)
- Tacoma (9 within 30 mi)
- Everett (5 within 30 mi)
- Bellingham (3 within 30 mi)
- Marysville (4 within 30 mi)
- Lacey (4 within 30 mi)
- Bremerton (11 within 30 mi)
- Issaquah (9 within 30 mi)
- Mount Vernon (4 within 30 mi)
- Maple Valley (8 within 30 mi)
What CNAs earn in Washington
Median pay means half earn more and half earn less. Pay grows with experience, certifications and overtime.
- Median pay
- $49,180
- $23.65 an hour
- Typical range
- $42,500–$62,660
- 10th to 90th percentile
- Jobs in WA
- 30,270
- Job growth, 2025–35
- +2.6%
- 196,200 openings a year (U.S.)
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, and Employment Projections.
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Frequently asked questions
How many nursing assistant (CNA) schools are in Washington?
We list 21 schools in Washington with nursing assistant (CNA) programs: 21 public colleges. Campuses are in Tacoma, Bellingham, Moses Lake, Bellevue, and Centralia.
Are there community college nursing assistant (CNA) programs in Washington?
Yes. 21 public colleges in Washington offer nursing assistant (CNA). Public programs often cost less and are usually eligible for federal financial aid. Confirm costs and aid with each school.
How much does nursing assistant (CNA) school cost in Washington?
Among the 21 schools here that report it to the U.S. Department of Education, the average yearly net price (after grants and scholarships) ranges from $5,997 to $13,803. That figure covers the whole school, not just this program, so ask each school for the program's total cost.
How much do CNAs make in Washington?
The median pay for CNAs in Washington is $49,180 a year, and most earn between $42,500 and $62,660, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
How do I choose a nursing assistant (CNA) school in Washington?
Ask each school about accreditation, total cost after financial aid, hands-on lab hours, certification exam prep, class sizes and job placement. Request info from two or three schools so you can compare their answers side by side.
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