Get Your 75-Hour HCA Certification — 100% DSHS Approved & Online.

This is a DSHS-approved online course to prepare for the home care aide certification exam. It includes 75 hours of training covering topics like orientation, safety, core basic skills, Nurse Delegation, Dementia Specialty and Mental Health Specialty Training. The course offers flexibility of being 95% online with only 2 days onsite skills training. 
Washington Care Academy

Course Overview

Training hours required to take the home care aide certification exam. The following classes make up the 75 hours: Our Course is DSHS approved online interactive.
  • Orientation Training: 2 hours of introductory information orienting new workers to the care setting and job. (Online Self paced)
  • Safety Training: 3 hours of introductory information on safety practices. (Online Self paced)
  • Core basic training – 54 hours Training covering the basic skills and information needed to provide hands on personal care. (Online Self paced)
  • Skills Training: Two days of hands-on training at one of our facilities located in Federal Way, Vancouver, or Spokane. Select the skills facility closest to you.
  • Nurse Delegation Core Basic: (9 hours): (Online Self paced)
  • This course provides basics for RN delegated tasks such as medication assistance, and patient specific procedures per rules and regulations regarding nurse delegation.
  • Dementia Level 1 Specialty Training (8 hours): (Virtual via Zoom)
  • This course is for caregivers, resident managers, and providers in long term care settings. You will obtain an introduction to the different types of dementia.
  • Mental Health Level 1 Specialty Training (8 hours): (Virtual via Zoom)
  • This course is for caregivers, resident managers, and providers in long term care settings. You will obtain an introduction to Mental Health and Dementia Specialty Training. 

Course Includes

26 Lessons

Structured learning modules covering Core Basic, and Population Specific Training Including Dementia and Mental Health Specialty Training.

460 Topics

Comprehensive coverage of evidence-based clinical practices

196 Quizzes

Reinforce learning with assessments throughout the course

Course Certificate

Professional DSHS Training credential upon successful completion

Your Path to HCA Certification in 3 Simple Steps

We’ve streamlined the Washington state requirements so you can finish your training and get certified faster.

Step 1: 5 Hours Safety & Orientation (Online)

Complete your mandatory Safety and Orientation training 100% online. This is the required first step before moving on to your core curriculum.

Step 2: 54 Hours Core Basic and Population Specific (Online)

Complete the majority of your core hours online at your own pace. This step includes 16 hours of 'Population Specific' training held via live Zoom sessions with our instructors.

Step 3: 16 Hours Skills Lab (In-Person)

Choose the location most convenient for you! Attend your mandatory in-person skills practice at our professional labs in Federal Way, Vancouver, or Spokane. Our instructors ensure you master all state-tested skills
Still have questions?

Text our HCA Experts at 206-306-6588 for a quick answer.