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Certified Nursing Assistant
Certified Nursing Assistant
Certified Nursing Assistant Program Summary
- CNA Certification, along with CPR, HHA, and Alzheimer's Trainings
- Fee: Free of Charge* (If you are receiving active SNAP, TAFDC or other benefits).
- Cost: If a student doesn’t receive SNAP/TAFDC benefits, then they can pay out of pocket. The CNA program cost is $2880. We accept bank checks or credit cards.
- Instruction: In-person Only
- Length: 5 weeks - Day & Evening Sessions Offered
- Requirements: 18+ yrs old, Fully COVID-19 Vaccinated, Pass CORI/SORI check.
- Employment Search: After completing the CNA program successfully, students will be given resources to help find employment in the CNA field.
- CNA State Testing: After completing the CNA program, students will take the CNA MA State exam to attain their CNA license. Jump Start will help students attain the license.
Interested? Please complete the Jump Start Inquiry Form here
*Disclaimer: Information is subject to change, Please call the Jump Start office for the most up to date information.
Program Description:
During the course of the CNA program, you will attain the following certifications:
- Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate
- CPR/AED & First Aid Certification
- Home Health Aide (HHA) Training Certificate
- Dementia Certificate
- Alzheimer's & Dementia Training
Program Requirements:
- At least 18 years of age
- Massachusetts Resident
- COVID-19 Vaccination
- Other Medical Documentation (see under Medical Requirements).
- CORI/SORI records
- Clean Drug Screening
Medical Requirements:
- COVID-19 Vaccination: fully vaccinated
- TB Shot
- Flu Shot
- Physical Exam
- Immunization Records
Failure to submit the above medical records will result in your being withdrawn from the class.
