The nursing assistant certified is also called CNA (certified nursing assistant). NACs are sometimes called Nurses Aide or Hospital Assistant. They work under the supervision of a registered nurse, licensed practical nurse, or physician, and assist in the basic care of hospital, clinic, or nursing home patients.

Training needed	Colleges and some nursing homes offer programs
Schools	Tri-Tech Skills Center, Kennewick For high-school students only no costs Columbia Basin College (Nursing Degree) 2002: includes 35 hours of class work and 50 hours of clinical instruction. do not fill out nursing application no prerequisites for CNA program as opposed to nursing program CNA credits do not transfer to the nursing program Student Brochure for this program will be available in the Registration office beginning December 10th for the next session of Nursing Assistant classes in 2003.
Certification	Washington State Department of Health - NA Certification
Wage Rate	Median Base Wage Rate $10.23