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Blended Nursing Assistant Training (CNA)

$1,495

with Tracy Gabus

Calendar Next session starts Mar 25, 2025 at 4:30 pm
4 additional sessions through Jun 30, 2025

 Thank you for your interest in our Nurse Assistant Training Program! 

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.

*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.

Registration Deadline: 10 days prior to the start of class   

Be prepared to upload the following documents:  

  • Copy of high school diploma/transcript or GED/HiSet; if you do not have a high school diploma or GED please fill out our student interest form above and we will schedule an eligibility exam.  
  • Up to date physical form-must be within a year 
  • Immunization record
  • Negative Tuberculosis Test
  • Proof of Flu vaccine
  • Proof of COVID vaccine (must have completed primary series or bivalent booster)

* Once you are registered you will be sent an email with all required docuemnts 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 3, 4, 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

Class Dates: June 30 2025 - August 14, 2025 - DAY CLASS 

  • Orientation: June 30, 2025 (ONLINE)
  • In Person Skills Dates: July 16, 21, 23, 28, 30 Monday & Wednesday 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
  • Clinical: August 4, 5, 6; 6:45 AM - 2:45 PM

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

 

Fall River Adult Education Classes for GED/HiSET (Free in-person classes)

Free

with Lorie Charron

Calendar Next session starts Mar 25, 2025 at 6 pm
2 additional sessions through May 28, 2025

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.

GWO Slinger Signaller

$1,500

with Michael Johnson

Calendar Next available session starts Mar 26, 2025 at 8 am
1 additional session on Apr 14, 2025

The aim of this module is to enable the participant to support and care for themselves and others while working with slinger signalling in the wind industry by possessing the required knowledge, skills, and ability to conduct assigned tasks safely and efficiently.

GWO Advanced Rescue Training Refresher

$2,000
Calendar Next available session starts Mar 27, 2025 at 8 am

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.

GWO Basic Safety Training

$2,500
Calendar Next available session starts Mar 31, 2025 at 8 am
11 additional sessions through Jun 23, 2025

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. 

GWO Basic Safety Training Refresher

$2,300
Calendar Next available session starts Apr 2, 2025 at 8 am
13 additional sessions through Jun 30, 2025

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.

Online Adult Education Classes for GED/HiSET

Free

with Nicola Machado

Calendar Next session starts Apr 7, 2025 at 6 pm
1 additional session on Apr 10, 2025

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 accomodation 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.

GWO Sea Survival

$600
Calendar Next available session starts Apr 11, 2025 at 8 am

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.





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