Questions? Call: 971-375-3131 or email: admission@northwestscareacademy.com
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Small Class Sizes
More personalized attention and hands-on practice.
Personal Support
We're here to support you from enrollment to completion.
Nurse-Led Instruction
Learn from experienced healthcare professionals.
Flexible Payment Plans
Affordable options to help you reach your goals.
Next Class: January 2–3, 2027
Basic Caregiver Training
Get job-ready in just one weekend! Learn essential caregiving skills with hands-on training and job placement assistance.
✓ 12-Hour Weekend Course
✓ Hands-On Caregiver Training
✓ Job Placement Assistance
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TRAINING FOR HOME CARE AGENCIES
Give your caregivers the confidence and practical skills they need to provide exceptional care. Our customized employer training programs are designed to meet the unique needs of your agency and staff.
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Hands-on skills and practical training
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Employee onboarding and staff development
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Certificate add-ons and customized annual training
Better Training. Stronger Teams. Better Care.
FINE YOUR PATH
Learn Together. Grow Together
A supportive learning environment, experienced instructors, and a community that champions your success.
MORE THAN JUST A CLASSROOM
Real Training. Real Confidence. Real Opportunities.
Your healthcare journey deserves more than textbooks. We combine practical education, career-focused training, and a welcoming environment to help you take the next step with confidence.
No Lottery Enrollment
Enrollment is first come, first served, with no lottery system or college nursing prerequisites for CNA programs.
Career-Focused Education
Develop the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to take your next step in healthcare.
Flexible Learning Options
Choose from in-person and hybrid CNA programs designed to fit different schedules and learning needs.
Locally Rooted in Keizer
Proudly preparing future healthcare professionals from Salem, Keizer, and communities throughout Oregon.
Have Questions? We're Here to Help.
Explore answers to common questions about CNA and CMA programs, enrollment, and caregiver training at Northwest Care Academy. Find the information you need to take your next step with confidence.
Where can I take CNA classes near Salem and Keizer, Oregon?
Northwest Care Academy offers nurse-led Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training in Keizer, Oregon, serving students from Salem and surrounding Willamette Valley communities. Our four-week accelerated program includes classroom instruction, hands-on skills training, and supervised clinical experience to help prepare students for the Oregon CNA certification exam.
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Does Northwest Care Academy offer hybrid CNA classes in Oregon?
Yes! Northwest Care Academy offers a hybrid CNA program that combines flexible online coursework with required in-person skills labs and clinical training in Keizer, Oregon. This option is designed for Oregon students who want greater flexibility while completing the hands-on training required for their healthcare education.
What are the requirements to enroll in CNA or CMA training?
CNA students do not need college nursing prerequisite courses, and enrollment is first come, first served rather than lottery-based. Students must still meet applicable admission and clinical requirements. For CMA training, applicants must hold an active Oregon CNA certification and have at least six months of paid CNA experience, including 843 verified work hours. Additional health and background screening requirements apply.
Does Northwest Care Academy provide employee training for home care agencies?
Yes! Northwest Care Academy provides hands-on caregiver training and customized employee development programs for home care agencies and other care providers in Oregon. Training options include Caregiver Foundations, employee onboarding, practical caregiving skills, HCBS and SB 99 inclusivity certificate add-ons, and customized annual staff training tailored to an agency's needs.
YOUR NEXT CHAPTER STARTS HERE
Ready to Make a Difference?
Take the next step toward a rewarding healthcare career with hands-on training, experienced instructors, and a supportive learning environment.
Questions? Call 971-375-3131 or email admission@northwestcareacademy.com