Get HCA Certified Fast
Train on your schedule with 95% online coursework, plus 2 days of hands-on skills training in Federal Way so you can start working locally.
DSHS-Approved 75-Hour HCA Program
The Federal Way Testing Advantage
Training and taking the official state HCA exam in the same Federal Way WA facility means test day feels familiar. You practice on the same equipment and follow the same flow you will see in the exam room, so there are fewer surprises.For learners across King County Washington, this also removes common stress points like extra travel, parking guesswork, and arriving at an unfamiliar site. Whether you are coming from Kent, Federal Way, Auburn, Renton, Seatac, Des Moines, Bellevue, Seattle, Burien or even Redmond/Kirkland, you can focus on performing, not logistics. Higher pass confidence from an identical setup Lower test anxiety because the room and process feel familiar Streamlined logistics with one trusted Federal Way WA location "Testing where I trained made the whole day calmer because nothing felt new."
How It Works
Start online at your pace, finish with 2 days in our Federal Way lab, then sit for state testing at the same site and apply for DSHS certification.
Federal Way Skills Lab
Clinical Lab Details
Train in a professional, fully equipped skills classroom with table-based practice, clinical mannequins, handwashing stations, PPE, and RN instructors on-site for hands-on guidance.
Address: 33301 1st Way S, Unit C-260, Federal Way, WA 98003 with convenient access off I-5 and Highway 18.
Parking and transport: Free on-site parking available; easy drive from Federal Way, Auburn, Kent, Tacoma, and nearby areas.
What to bring: Note-taking supplies, and a water bottle; we provide required skills equipment and PPE used during training.
2-day schedule: 10 AM to 4:30 PM both days, with a lunch break and short breaks built in.
Student advantages
Flexible online learning
Do most of your training online on your schedule, so you can keep working and caring for family while you move toward HCA certification.
2-day skills lab
Get your hands-on checklist done in just two in-person days, so you can build real caregiving skills without weeks of site visits.
Federal Way convenience
Complete your in-person time at our Federal Way lab with an easy commute from South King and Pierce counties, so you spend less time driving and more time progressing.
DSHS-approved path
Train in a program built to meet Washington State requirements, so your certification steps stay clear and you avoid wasted time.
FAQ — Local Questions
Does this program meet Washington DSHS HCA requirements?
Yes. Our Home Care Aide training program is approved to meet Washington State DSHS HCA training requirements. Completing the course and required skills check-off helps you meet the training requirement needed to move forward with HCA certification steps in Washington.
Can I take my state exam at the Federal Way location?
Yes. Our Home Care Aide training program is approved to meet Washington State DSHS HCA training requirements. Completing the course and required skills check-off helps you meet the training requirement needed to move forward with HCA certification steps in Washington.
How soon can I start and how fast can I finish locally?
You can start anytime, so most students begin quickly once registration is complete. Many students finish the 75-hour program in about 2 to 3 weeks depending on your schedule and how soon you attend your local skills/lab sessions.
How does HCA Testing scheduling work, and do you help with local exam prep?
After your skills are signed off, we guide you through State test registration and help you plan your next steps. You receive exam prep support, including what to bring, what to expect on test day, and practice guidance for both the written and skills portions.
You are no longer required to test through Prometric. The Department of Health (DOH) has now approved specific local facilities to conduct both the Written and Skills assessments directly, This Federal Way location is Approved.
You are no longer required to test through Prometric. The Department of Health (DOH) has now approved specific local facilities to conduct both the Written and Skills assessments directly, This Federal Way location is Approved.
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