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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 July 23, 2025 – September 30, 2025 - DAY CLASS
- Orientation: July 23, 2025 (ONLINE)
- In Person Skills Dates: August 13, 19, 20, 26, 27 Tuesday & Wednesday 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM
- In person Clinical: September 2, 3, 4; 6:45 AM - 2:45 PM
FREE August 12, 2025 – September 30, 2025 - EVENING CLASS
- Orientation: August 12, 2025 (ONLINE)
- In Person Skills Dates: August 26, 27, Sept 2, 3, 9, 10 Tuesday & Wednesday 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
- In person Clinical: September 12, 13, 14; 6:45 AM - 2:45 PM
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
PAID CLASSES AVAILABLE:
September 23- November 28th - Evening Class
- Orientation: September 23, 2025 @ 4:30 PM (ONLINE)
- In Person Skills Dates: Tuesday's 4:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. September 9, October 7, 14, 21,28 & November 4
- In person Clinical: November 8,9, 15th. 6:45 AM - 2:45 PM
October 6- December 5th - Day Class
- Orientation: October 6, 2025 @ 9:00 a.m.(ONLINE)
- In Person Skills Dates: 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. October 20 & 27, November 3,10,17
- In person Clinical: November 18,19,24. 6:45 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.
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.