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Course Overview: The Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) Training Program is designed to equip aspiring healthcare professionals with the essential skills and knowledge needed to provide compassionate and competent care to patients in various healthcare settings. Taught by experienced and knowledgeable instructors, this comprehensive course combines Webex remote classroom instruction, in-person laboratory practice, and clinical experience at a long-term care facility.
CNAs are vital healthcare team members, performing hands-on care for patients, residents, and clients of all ages and abilities. Students are prepared for the Massachusetts Nurse Aide Competency Exam in just eight weeks.
Graduates of CNA Training Programs can find employment working with patients of all ages in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, clinics, nursing homes, home health, assisted living facilities, schools, medical offices, and as travel CNAs.
This certification is a foundation for further education and advancement in other health professional careers.
In this 120-hour certificate program, students will
- Understand the role and responsibilities of a CNA
- Gain proficiency in basic nursing skills such as patient hygiene, mobility assistance, and vital signs
- Understand the principles of infection control and safety procedures
- Ensure comfort and dignity while assisting with activities of daily living
- Gain effective communication techniques to work with patients, families, and other healthcare personnel
- Be well prepared to sit for the state certification exam and meet the requirements for employment as a CNA
Accreditation/ Certification (there is no licensure for CNAs)
Program graduates receive a Certificate of Completion and are eligible to sit for the Massachusetts State Nurse Assistant Certification Exam. Mass Bay’s Nurse Assistant program is approved by the Department of Public Health Approval # N3NB
SNAP Path to Work participation in this program is supported by grant funding.
Program is Offered In
English
Program Hours per Week
12 hours per week
Program Duration
8 weeks
Rolling Admission
Yes
Program Start Dates
Next class: 10/28/2025 - 12/20/2025
Sample Schedule
| Hours | Activity Type | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun |
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| 4:00pm-7:00pm | Online lecture | ✓ | ✓ | |||||
| time TBD | In Person Lab Sat or Fri | ✓ | ✓ | |||||
| morning or afternoon | Clinical Fri /Sat Sat/Sun | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Other Schedule Information
CNA classes runs for a total of 6 hours per week didactic and 5 hours a week lab= Total 11 hours a week plus 1 hour Job Search.
Closed in August
Program Requirements
Immunizations/Health Records | Students are required to complete both CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) and SORI (Sex Offender Registry Information) checks before participating in the program.
Anticipated outcomes
Certificate of Completion | Program gradates eligible to sit for the Massachusetts State Nurse Assistant Certification Exam | Employment/Promotion | Basic skills gain
Participant Supports
| Participant Support Category | All participants | As needed |
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| DTA SNAP Child Care Referral | ✓ | |
| DTA Transportation Support | ✓ | |
| Books/Supplies | ✓ | |
| Clothing/uniforms | ✓ |
Location
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490 Franklin Street, Framingham, MA 01702, USA
Public Transit Information
Accessible by public transportation
Phone Number
Program Contact
Joshua Feld
Program Contact Phone Number
Program Contact Email
Other Contact Information
For more information and registration visit: https://massbay.coursestorm.com/category/certified-nurse-assistant
SNAP Path to Work participation in this program is supported by grant funding.