Certified Nursing Assistant Training Program

Serves non-native, Intermediate level English speakers
Includes 100 hours of ESOL training, in addition to core nurse's aide training
Prepares students to pass the Massachusetts State Nursing Assistant Exam to become Certified Nursing Assistants
Specializes in training aides in long-term care through classroom instructions and hands-on clinical experience
Provides career placement assistance with Boston area employer partners

Serves Advanced or Fluent English speakers – this training does not include any ESOL classes
Prepares students to pass the Massachusetts State Nursing Assistant Exam to become Certified Nursing Assistants
Includes individualized job coaching
Guarantees a full-time job with benefits at participating hospitals for students who successfully complete the program.

Both training programs are offered at no cost to those who are selected to participate.

Non-native English speakers should have at least an intermediate level of English
Massachusetts Resident
Must be eligible to work in the U.S.
High school diploma or equivalent (required for the 6-week training only)
Must be able to participate in a criminal record screening (CORI) and drug screening
At least 3 months of prior work experience is preferred, in any country or field
Must be able to lift, push, and pull 50-100 lbs. without restrictions, as the job is physically demanding
Must be able to commit to working, full-time, for 6 months to 1 year, upon graduation from the program
Must not be enrolled in full-time college classes
Must be able to complete the entire full-time training program

CNA & Nurse’s Aide Training Programs