GWO BST training will enable participants to support and care for themselves and others working in the industry by possessing the knowledge and skills of first aid, working at heights, manual handling, fire awareness, sea survival and in case of an emergency, to be able to evacuate, rescue and provide appropriate first aid to casualties. 

The aim of the ARTR Standard is to review and build on previously gained knowledge and skills from the ART training as well as BST Working at Heights and manual handling training through theoretical and practical training. Hence, enable participants to perform entry-type injured person rescue operations, in a WTG, using industry standard rescue equipment, rescue methods and techniques.

Participants will learn how to act safely and responsibly and to take the correct preventive actions in all aspects of offshore operations from shore to installation vessel (or WTG) and vice versa. This is both during normal operations and in an offshore wind energy environment emergency.

The ART modules shall enable participants to perform entry-type injured person rescue operations, in a WTG, using industry standard rescue equipment, rescue methods and techniques, exceeding those of GWO Working at Height.

To register for this course, participants must hold a valid WINDA certificate for First Aid, Sea Survival, Fire Awareness, Working at Height, and Manual Handling.  

The aim of BST-R is to review and build on previously gained knowledge and skills from BST through theoretical and practical training. This BSTR training shall enable participants to support and care for themselves and others working in the industry by possessing the knowledge and skills of first aid, working at heights, manual handling, fire awareness, sea survival and in case of an emergency, to be able to evacuate, rescue and provide appropriate first aid to casualties.

Click Here to fill out our Student Interest form  for more information. This class does not qualify for free community college. 

Click Here to Register

Our course dates are listed below. The cost is $1495.00 is due upon registration which includes nursing assistant program, CPR &  state testing fees.  Students are responsible for the cost of the uniforms and shoes.  There are 2 options for tuition payments; the first option is to pay in full at the time of registration; or the second option would be a payment plan. This requires a deposit of $500.00 and the remainder of the tuition is them broken down into equal payments which are made weekly until one week prior to the start of class.  

This 100 hour course of Blended training gives you the opportunity to start your training to be become a CNA with a flexible course option. Up to 50% of the program coursework is provided through a digital immersive, story-based curriculum. 

In conjunction with online theory, students will meet in person with highly qualified instructors in our state approved lab to learn the skills portion of their Nursing Assistant Training, as well as clinical hours in a skilled nursing facility. 

With successful course completion, you will receive a Nurse Assistant Training certificate and CPR Certification. Also included, is the MA State NAT Competency Exam in the comfort of the same state approved lab used to teach in-person skills classes. This course also meets the Rhode Island reciprocity / endorsement requirements.

Registration Deadline: 10 days prior to the start of class   

Registration Requirements: 

• Must be a Massachusetts Resident 
• Must have a valid non-expired government issued IDMust be 18 years of age or older
• Must have a United States issued High School Diploma or GED;  If you do not have a US issued diploma/ GED please email us at cna@bristolcc.edu and we will schedule an eligibility exam for you. 

*C.O.R.I. and S.O.R.I required

You will receive directions on how to submit both the C.O.R.I and S.O.R.I. applications after submitting your registration. All students must submit an online C.O.R.I. and S.O.R.I application and have a valid driver’s license or photo ID.   A positive C.O.R.I. may prevent students from completing the program.

Be prepared to upload the following documents after registration: 

• Up to date physical form-must be within a year 
• Immunization record
• Negative Tuberculosis Test
• Proof of Flu vaccine: 2024-2025 flu vaccine through May 2025. If not up to date will be required to wear mask and sign exemption or declination documents. 
• Proof of COVID vaccine most recent Covid Booster (2024-2025, within the last 12 month period of clinical rotation) 
  • Masks in facility will be required if not up to date Exemption or declination forms will be signed if not up to date with COVID/ FLU)
• US Issued High School Diploma

* Once you are registered you will be sent an email with all required documents and a link to upload them.  

Course Schedules:

**In person skill dates and clinical dates are mandatory for course completion, students will be required to be doing online coursework on dates not in person, schedule of online coursework is flexible.

All in person classes are held at Fall River Campus 777 Elsbree St.  Fall River, Ma. 02721 Room E201A 

Class Dates: May 13, 2025 - June 16, 2025 - DAY CLASS 

• Orientation: May 13, 2025 (ONLINE)
• In Person Skills Dates: June 2,3, 9, 10, 11, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
• Clinical: June 16, 17, 18; 6:45 AM - 2:45 PM

Class Dates: June 10 - August 7, 2025 - EVENING CLASS 

• Orientation: June 10, 2025 (ONLINE)
• In Person Skills Dates: June 17, 24, July 1, 8, 15, 22, Tuesdays 4:30 PM-8:30 PM
• Clinical: July 26, 27, Aug 2 - 6:45 AM to 2:45 PM

Additional questions: Please email cna@bristolcc.edu or call 774-357-2499.

Are you looking to enhance your reading, writing, and math skills, or prepare for the GED/HiSET exams, college, training, or better job opportunities? If so, this free opportunity is for you!

Bristol Community College's Adult Education Online classes offer flexible options tailored to help you achieve your goals.

To participate, you must take an in-person placement test and be a resident of Massachusetts, Bristol County, or currently collecting unemployment benefits from the state of Massachusetts.

We offer two types of online classes:

Online Zoom Classes - Live classes taught via Zoom by an instructor with fellow students.

Self-Paced Online Program - Learn through online software programs with support from an online coach, but the majority of learning is done on your schedule.

Each student receives:

• Personalized Learning Plans
• Technology Assistance
• Basic Computer Skills Course (optional)
• Educational Advising
• Career Planning Assistance
• Instructor/Tutor Support

Students and graduates can also take advantage of free college courses through our Transitions to College program.

To get started, please register for an upcoming Adult Education Placement Test session and check your email for further details.

If you require an accommodation for the initial intake exam due to a documented disability, please call us directly at 774-357-3769 to schedule your test.

For further assistance, please contact:

Nicola Machado, Education and Career Advisor

Phone:774-357-3769

Email: nicola.machado@bristolcc.edu.

Do you want to improve your reading, writing, and math skills or to prepare for the GED/HiSET exams, college, training or improved job opportunities? Then this free of cost opportunity is for you! Fall River Adult Education offers flexible options designed to help you meet your goals. Classes are small in size and are offered during the day and evening.

You must be a resident of Massachusetts, Bristol County or be collecting unemployment from the state of Massachusetts to participate.

Each student receives 

• personal attention from instructors
• technology assistance
• education advising
• career planning assistance
• optional tutoring support
• other services offered to students of Bristol Community College

Students and graduates can access free college courses through our transition to college services.

If you require an accomodation for the initial intake exam due to a documented disability, please call us directly at 774-357-2373 to schedule your test.

Click here to register for an upcoming Adult Education Placement Test session, then check your email for important information. 

For assistance, contact Lorie Charron, Education Advisor, at 774-357-2373 or email Lorie.Charron@bristolcc.edu.