Thank you for your interest in our Nurse Assistant Training Program!  This class does not qualify for free community college.

Click Here to fill out our Student Interest form  for more information

Our course dates are listed below. The cost is $1495.00 which includes nursing assistant program, CPR &  state testing fees.  Students are responsible for the cost of the uniforms and shoes. 

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 vaild driver’s license or photo ID.   A positive C.O.R.I. may prevent students from completing the 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 intrest form above and we will scheudule 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)

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: October 22, 2024 – December 8, 2024 - Evening Class

Orientation: October 22, 2024 (ONLINE)

Class Days and Times: Tuesdays 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM

In Person Skills Dates: Oct 29, Nov 5, 12, 19, 26, Dec 3

Clinical: Dec 6, 7, 8   

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

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! Bristol Online Adult Education offers flexible options designed to help you meet your goals. 

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

There are two different types of online classes: 

• Online Zoom Classes - these classes are taught live on Zoom by an instructor with other students in the classes.
  • Monday through Thursday 
    • 10:00 am – 12:00 pm 
    • 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm 
• Self-Paced Online Program - You will learn by using online software programs. You will have an online coach to assist you with the program, but the majority of the learning is done on your own time. 

Each student receives:

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

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

Please register for an upcoming Online Adult Education Placement Test session, then check your email for important information. 

For assistance, contact Kate Costantino, Advisor, at 774-357-2034 or email kate.costantino@bristolcc.edu.

Class Description:

The 4-hour Excel Bootcamp for Advanced Users course will focus on Excel’s advanced Formulas and functions to ensure data consistency and integrity. Topics include Restricting Cell entries to a range of Cells (Data Validation), Group & Ungroup data and Removing Duplicate rows from a worksheet. The Advanced course will allow students to create Charts and Graphics, and how to build Pivot Tables and basic Macros.

Course Objectives for Grant writing

• In this 5 hour class you will be able to research, plan and write effectively for multiple purposes.
• Understand the entire grant proposal writing process, including defining scope, project management and financial projections
• Learn the fundamentals of budgeting
• Identify roles of funding agencies, philanthropic foundations and giving institutions

Course Outcomes for Grantwriting

• Identify funding sources
• Write and present persuasive grants that inspire funders
• Produce high-quality grant proposals
• Increase your knowledge of the development field
• Manage a grant
• Nurture a relationship with funders