This 9 hour course is available for all caregivers who might assume the role of delegation of specific nursing tasks. A registered nurse may delegate these tasks but maintains the overall responsibility for care. This course is divided into three units, each describing separate aspects of nurse delegation. Upon completion of the course, the caregiver has a basic understanding of the complexity of delegated tasks. The caregiver must also have a state certificate for NAR, NAC, or HCA and meet independently with their nurse delegator before they are delegated. The course is taught from the state approved curriculum and Empowering People are state approved instructors for this course. A passing grade is required for certification to be issued.

NDCT class and test fee: $55

For self-study registration call 509-655-6245

This 3 hour self-study course is available for all caregivers who might participate in the delegated task of administering insulin injections; it is preferred, but not mandatory, that the applicant has passed Nurse Delegation Core Training before undergoing Specialty training in Diabetes. The course uses the state approved curriculum. A passing grade is required for certification to be issued.

NDD class and test fee: $45

For self-study registration call 509-655-6245

An 8 hour course of instruction required by ADSA; DSHS, State of Washington. This course is for all Providers (Caregivers and Managers) who are enrolled in HCA training at Empowering People or who are working in a facility which has Mental Health resident(s) in residence. It provides comprehensive training in the specialized care of the Mental Health resident. The curriculum used is approved by ADSA; DSHS, State of Washington, and the Mental Health written exam is administered after the course. A passing grade is required for certification to be issued.

Mental Health class fee: $125

The Skills course may be taken as part of the HCA package or as a refresher class.

Skills class fee: $210

In-Person Classes

December 5th and 6th, 2023 CLASS FULL
January 8th and 9th
February 12th and 13th

75 Hour Home Care Aide (HCA) Training

Home Care Aide (HCA) Training includes

• 5 hours orientation & safety (online)
• 38 hours HCA training (online)
• 16 hours hands-on skills training
  (virtual option available if necessary)
• Population specific training:
  • 8 hours dementia – virtual classes available
  • 8 hours mental health – virtual classes available

Cost includes a $75 non-refundable service fee.

75 Hour HCA class fee – Full Course: $550 
75 Hour HCA training packages must be paid for by the employer of the person taking the courses.

59 Hour HCA class fee – Partial: $420 
If you do not need dementia & mental health and have the 8 hour completion certificates for each course

16 Hour HCA class fee – Refresher: $210