BECOME A CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT- START YOUR HEALTHCARE CAREER TODAY! 

FREE NURSING ASSISTANT/ HOME HEALTH AIDE CLASSES AVAILABLE - Classes starting August 12 & August 18th Are FREE

How to apply for FREE PROGRAM: 

• Click on this link:  APPLY HERE 
• Within 3 days of filling out form you will receive an email with a link to upload required documents.Submit all required documents, once reviewed and completed program will send you a link to register for available classes. 
• Important Information: This grant will be awarded on a first come first serve basis. To be considered for an award you MUST submit and wait for approval of ALL required pre-requisite forms prior to being awarded a grant funded spot in the program.

Registration Requirements: 

•  US 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. 
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must have a valid non-expired government issued ID; proof of Massachusetts residency 

Course Description: 

175- Hour NAT & HHA Hybrid Training Program 

Launch your healthcare career with our comprehensive NAT & HHA training program, designed to prepare you for success in both clinical and home care settings. 

• Hybrid Format: Enjoy the flexibility of online learning paired with hands-on skill training 
• Immersive Digital Curriculum: Complete engaging, story-based coursework designed to deepen understanding and build real-world decision-making skills. 
• In Person Skill Training:  Practice essential NAT skills under the guidance of highly qualified instructors in a state-approved training lab. 
• Clinical Experience: Gain real-world experience with supervised clinical hours in a skilled nursing facility. 

Upon successfull completion, you will receive: 

• A certificate of completion for Nursing Assitant Training
• CPR Certification 
• Eligibility to take the Massachusetts State Competency Evaluation right in our CNA Lab. 
• Credentials meet Rhode Island reciprocity and endorsement requirements.  

TAKE THE NEXT STEP TOWARD A REWARDING CAREER IN HEALTHCARE-  ENROLL TODAY! 

Why should I choose Bristol to become a CNA?

•  Hybrid course options; flexible online coursework with hands-on, in person skill training
• Day & Evening classes; choose a schedule that works for you.
• Fast-Track Your Career; Complete your CNA training in as little as 4-8 weeks High Success Rate; 95%+ pass rate on state exam, you will complete workforce ready!
• Job placement support
• Financial assistance available; ask us about payment plan or other opportunities for aid available. 

If you are not a Massachusetts resident or do not want to apply for the grant you can email  cna@bristolcc.edu; you do not need to be  a Massachusetts resident to apply for classes after August 18th.  

 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. 

FREE August 18, 2025 - October 17, 2025 - DAY CLASS 

• Orientation: August 18, 2025 (ONLINE)
• In Person Skills Dates: September 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17 Monday, Tuesday, & Wednesday 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
• In person Clinical: September 22, 23, 24 6:45 AM - 2:45 PM

FREE September 16 - November 28th - Evening Class

• Orientation: September 16, 2025 @ 5:00 PM (ONLINE)
• In Person Skills Dates: Tuesday's & Wednesday’s from 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. October 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22
• In person Clinical: October 25, 26 & Nov 1.  6:45 AM - 2:45 PM

FREE September 15 - December 5th - Day Class

• Orientation: September 15, 2025 @ 9:00 PM (ONLINE)
• In Person Skills Dates: Monday’s from 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. September 29, October 6, 20, 27, November 3.
• In person Clinical: November 10, 12, 13; 6:45 AM - 2:45 PM

PAID CLASSES AVAILABLE: 

• To register for paid class this Fall please CLICK HERE

October 21st- December 5th - Evening Class

• Orientation: October 21, 2025  @ 4:30 PM (ONLINE)
• In Person Skills Dates: Tuesday & Wednesday 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. November 4, 5, 12, 18, 19, 25
• In person Clinical: November 22, 23, 29.  6:45 AM - 2:45 PM

 December 15- January 21st; Intersession class

• Orientation: December 15th, 2025  @ 9:00 a.m.(ONLINE)
• In Person Skills Dates: 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. December 29,30, January 5, 6, & 7  
• In person Clinical: January 12,13,14   6:45 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.

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

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.

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.

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.

Course Dates/Time: (this is a Hybrid course) 

This course will run on Wednesdays, from September 3, 2025 through November 19,2025; 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (12 classes/36 hours).

Class Dates: Wednesdays; September 3, 10, 17, 24, October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, November 5, 12, 19.  *Please note: the first class on Wednesday, September 3rd & last class on November 19th will be held Face-to-Face (with an online option for those who cannot attend in person) at Bristol's Fall River Campus, Bldg./Rm. C100. The remaining classes will be held online via Zoom.

Course Description: 

This is a course is offered by Bristol Community College in partnership with SHRM.

A participant guide is included and will be distributed on the first day of class, Wednesday September 3, 2025

It's time to prove you're prepared for the pivotal role an HR leader plays in transforming the workplace.

The SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP certifications measure your ability to apply HR principles to real-life situations. No other HR certification compares.

The SHRM LEARNING SYSTEM® for SHRM-CPSM and SHRM-SCPSM is designed as a certification preparation course for SHRM’s Certified Professional, CP, and Senior Certified Professional, SCP, examinations.

UNIVERSALLY APPLICABLE

The best HR certification is the one that sets you apart from the crowd. The SHRM-CP® and SHRM-SCP® are recognized and valued by employers in all industries as the premier human resources certifications.

COMPETENCY-BASED

This first-ever behavioral competency-based HR certification focuses on the core set of competencies and knowledge outlined in the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (SHRM BASK™).

FLEXIBLE ONLINE LEARNING

Study with an instructor and earn your HR certification online with remote or in-person testing.

BACKED BY SHRM

SHRM certification is the only HR certification offered by the world's largest HR membership organization. As the industry leader in HR professional development, SHRM has supported more than 100,000 employers representing 140 million employees worldwide.

OUTCOMES FROM OBTAINING A SHRM CERTIFICATION:

• Enhance HR Expertise
• Increase Earning Potential
• Advance Your HR Career Success
• Demonstrate Your Commitment to HR Profession

HR executives agree that “it is important for HR professionals to be SHRM-certified.” Earning one of the SHRM credentials conveys a clear message: “HR professionals are invested in their career and are ready to lead.”

Class Dates/Times: (all classes will be held online)

Tuesdays & Thursdays: 6/10, 12, 17, (no class 6/19) 24, 26, 7/1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, 31, 8/5, 7, 12, 14, 19; 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM 

Class Description:  Medical interpreters are in great demand both in-person and remotely by video or phone. Interpreters can elect to work for a hospital, school, or state agency, or as contractors with many agencies throughout the country. They can also elect to work remotely from home where they can work independently and make their own hours.

Open to all languages, this 60-hour program provides a working knowledge of medical interpreting, including standards of practice, ethics, HIPAA regulations, cultural competency, and medical terminology/vocabulary.

The course provides intense practice via oral role plays on a variety of medical topics. The student will also be introduced to VRI (video remote interpreting) and OPI (Over the Phone Interpreting).

Offered in collaboration with TransFluenci EDU, this course is designed for those preparing for entry-level careers as medical interpreters as well as for working interpreters preparing for the National Board Certificate exam. 

Students must be fully bilingual and must be fluent in English and one other language.

Students must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.

The language assessment coordinator will reach out to you by phone prior to the start of class for an assessment in the language you designated when you registered. You must pass the language assessment, to meet program requirements. You will also be provided with the class book order information, (book price $39.95) is not included in the class price.

This program meets the National Board for Medical Interpreter Certification training requirement and prepares you to pass the national certification exam. Upon completion of this course, students may elect to apply for national certification.

For information on certification requirements and cost click on the links below:

CCHI, Certification Commission for Healthcare Interpreters https://cchicertification.org/

NBCMI, National Board for the Certification of Medical Interpreters https://www.certifiedmedicalinterpreters.org/

Course Description

Love pasta? Let’s make it from scratch—just like Nonna would!

In this hands-on workshop, you’ll dive into the art of fresh egg pasta using simple ingredients and traditional techniques. From mixing and kneading to rolling and shaping, you’ll transform humble dough into beautiful ribbons of fettuccine, tagliatelle, and linguine.

But what’s pasta without sauce? You’ll also whip up three classic Italian sauces; zesty marinara, creamy Alfredo, and bright, herby pesto to pair with your creations. Along the way, you’ll pick up tips on how to match pasta shapes with the perfect sauce for maximum flavor and texture.

Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned home cook, this course is all about learning, laughing, and eating well. Bring your appetite and learn how to roll it, sauce it and eat it!

Participant will learn how to:

1. Prepare basic egg pasta dough using traditional ingredients and techniques.
2. Roll, shape, and cut various styles of egg pasta such as fettuccine, tagliatelle, and linguine
3. Create three classic Italian sauces—marinara, Alfredo, and pesto—from scratch.
4. Match pasta shapes with appropriate sauces for optimal flavor and texture.

Good food starts with fun and ends with great flavor! Twirl your skills and taste your success with a Chef’s kiss.

Who should attend?

• Don’t forget to bring a FREE friend or family member. Foodies and future foodies welcome ages 10 & up.
• Please Note: Register yourself, Checkout, then add your FREE guest info. to the Questionnaire Form, to avoid any additional charges. 
• Home cooks, hobby, foodies, and anyone craving the smell of fresh pasta and sauces
• This class is for anyone who wants to bake with confidence and have fun doing it! Don’t forget to bring a friend for FREE!

What’s Included:

• All tools & ingredients provided
• Recipes to take home and try again
• Tasting of all your creations
• A fun, flour-dusted atmosphere!

About the Instructor: Chef Esteban Martinez

From the kitchens of Puerto Rico to the classrooms of Bristol, Chef Esteban Martinez brings heart, heritage, and serious flavor to everything he does. Growing up in Toa Alta, he learned to cook by experimenting with local ingredients and calling his grandmother, Olga, for tips on making classics like tostones and mofongo. What started as after-school necessity quickly turned into a lifelong passion.

After earning his culinary degree from Johnson & Wales University and rising to chef de cuisine at a top Rhode Island restaurant, Esteban brought his talents to teaching. Now the Associate Professor of Bristol’s Culinary Arts Program, he shares his love of food with students and the community, one dish at a time.

Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned home cook, Chef Martinez’s workshops are a delicious way to sharpen your skills, explore new flavors, and have a great time. Come hungry, you’re in for something special!

This online Real Estate Sales Exam Prep course is a prerequisite for licensing as a real estate salesperson and approved by the Massachusetts Real Estate Board. This course covers basic brokerage, legal aspects of brokerage, financing, closing, listing, valuation, and everything else you need to know to pass the exam.

*Books are not included and are purchased before class begins from Anjos Realty.  Students will be notified as to how to purchase the book once registered. The cost of the books are $70.00 and can only be paid by check or money order.

Bristol has a long-standing partnership with Anjos Realty Services, a local business in Fairhaven, MA.

About Anjos Realty Services:

Anjos Realty Services has evolved, expanded and grown into the multi-faceted company it is today. At the center of its success is the Real Estate and Real Estate Education Services that John Anjos, the founder, and president of Anjos Realty Services has developed for over forty years. 

John and his associates offer extensive real estate experience as educators, brokers, and investors. Anjos Realty Services provides  students with the practical knowledge and individualized services needed as a homeowner or real estate investor. 

If you’re considering becoming a real estate agent, Anjos Realty Services will help you study for your Massachusetts Real Estate License. 

For more information on the exam and to register for the state exam visit:https://www.mass.gov/orgs/board-of-registration-of-real-estate-brokers-and-salespersons