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

FREE NURSING ASSISTANT/ HOME HEALTH AIDE CLASSES AVAILABLE - Classes starting September 15 & September 16th 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.

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.

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.

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.”

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. 

Microsoft Office is one of the most commonly used types of software in homes, schools, and businesses. In this course, you will be introduced to Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Access). Microsoft Word is the word processing program that is used for creating letters, reports and internal correspondence.  Microsoft Excel is an electronic file that consists of a grid of columns and rows to organize related data and to display results of calculations, known as spreadsheets. Spreadsheets enable interpretation of quantitative data for decision making. A PowerPoint presentation, also referred to as a slide show, is a collection of slides, which can be shuffled around to present and distribute a slide show. Microsoft Access is a database collection of data organized as meaningful information that can be accessed, managed, stored, queried, sorted, and reported.

The Excel Bootcamp - Beginners course is an introduction to Excel and overall workbook management. Students will learn how to use and design a spreadsheet (grid of columns, rows, and cells) to enter text, values, and dates to organize and analyze data. Course topics include: Introduction to Microsoft Excel’s Ribbon, using keyboard short cuts, filling a series with Auto Fill, and using the Find & Replace function. The Beginners course also includes moving/copying worksheets, aligning Cell contents, the Wrap & Merge function, as well as applying Conditional Formatting to datasets. Setting various Page Views and Print Areas Options, will also be introduced.

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.