Course series

75-Hour Home Care Aide Training (DSHS Approved)

HCA Training Including Orientation and Safety, Core Basics, Dementia Specialty Training, Mental Health Specialty Training, Nurse Delegation Core and Nurse Delegation Special Focus on Diabetes.
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75 Hour Home Care Aide Training (HCA)

Our 75-hour HCA program uses a Hybrid Learning Model to combine the flexibility of online theory with the necessity of hands-on expertise.

  • Orientation & Safety (5 Hours): Get started immediately with our 100% online, self-paced orientation (2 hours) and safety (3 hours) modules. This foundational training prepares you for the care setting.

  • Core Basic Training (54 Hours): Core Basic Training is a foundational educational program for long-term care workers. It teaches essential caregiving skills, safety protocols, and client rights, and is a vital step toward becoming a certified Home Care Aide (HCA.

    • 38-Hour Theory (Online): Topics include; Fundamentals of care giving, Assisting with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Client rights and advocacy, Safety, emergency procedures, and infection control. 

    • 16-Hour Clinical Skills Lab (In-Person): Learn hands on the HCA skills in a professional environment. We partner with fully equipped lab facilities across Washington to provide regional access. Choose the site closest to you:

      • King County: Federal Way 

      • Spokane County: Spokane 

      • Clark County: Vancouver 


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.