Hartford, CT

Harriott Community Healthcare Academy

Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)

Location

Hartford, CT

Duration

Approximately 5 weeks (100 hours)

State Required Hours

100 hours minimum

Address

10 Love Lane

Hartford, CT 06112

About This Program

Sitting in Hartford's Blue Hills neighborhood on Love Lane, the Harriott Community Healthcare Academy (HCHA) is a STEM-equipped simulation lab and training facility offering Connecticut DPH-approved Certified Nurse Aide training in an accelerated under-five-week format. The program is run by Harriott Home Health Services and recently received a $1 million federal expansion grant championed by Rep. John Larson to address Connecticut's caregiver workforce shortage. Coursework satisfies the state's 100-hour requirement (16 classroom + 84 clinical/lab) and feeds directly into the Prometric exam and Connecticut Nurse Aide Registry. Wraparound supports include mentorship, career counseling, and job placement assistance.

Location & Directions

10 Love Lane, Hartford, CT 06112

Becoming a CNA in Connecticut

Connecticut's CNA pathway is administered entirely by the Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) through its Practitioner Licensing and Investigations Section. DPH approves all 100-hour Nurse Aide Training Programs, contracts with Prometric to deliver both the written and skills competency exams, and maintains the public Connecticut Nurse Aide Registry. The 100-hour training minimum places Connecticut among the higher-hour states in the Northeast — 25 hours above the federal floor and a meaningful step above neighbors like New York and Rhode Island.

Minimum Age

16

Training Hours

100 hours minimum

Exam Vendor

Prometric

Time to Cert

6-12 weeks

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the CNA program at Harriott Community Healthcare Academy include?

Sitting in Hartford's Blue Hills neighborhood on Love Lane, the Harriott Community Healthcare Academy (HCHA) is a STEM-equipped simulation lab and training facility offering Connecticut DPH-approved Certified Nurse Aide training in an accelerated under-five-week format. The program is located at 10 Love Lane, Hartford, CT 06112. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (860) 904-9045 or visit https://harriottcommunityhealth.org/hcha/.

How much does Harriott Community Healthcare Academy cost?

Harriott Community Healthcare Academy has not published a flat tuition figure on this directory; pricing for the certified nurse aide (cna) depends on residency, financial aid, and any employer sponsorships. Call (860) 904-9045 or visit the program website at https://harriottcommunityhealth.org/hcha/ to request the current fee schedule. For reference, total CNA training costs in Connecticut generally fall in the range of $1,000-$2,500.

How long is the program at Harriott Community Healthcare Academy?

The certified nurse aide (cna) at Harriott Community Healthcare Academy is structured as Approximately 5 weeks (100 hours). Connecticut requires 100 hours minimum of state-approved training, so this program meets or exceeds the state minimum. Contact the program at (860) 904-9045 for current cohort start dates and schedule options.

How do I apply or contact Harriott Community Healthcare Academy?

Call Harriott Community Healthcare Academy directly at (860) 904-9045 or visit https://harriottcommunityhealth.org/hcha/. The program is located at 10 Love Lane, Hartford, CT 06112. Ask about upcoming cohort start dates, application deadlines, background-check requirements, and any scholarships or financial-aid options before enrolling.

What Connecticut CNA requirements should I know before enrolling at Harriott Community Healthcare Academy?

Before enrolling at Harriott Community Healthcare Academy, make sure you meet Connecticut's minimum age (16), education requirements, and background-check rules. Connecticut requires 100 hours minimum of state-approved training and uses Prometric for the competency exam, with most candidates reaching certification in 6-12 weeks. See the full Connecticut CNA requirements page for a complete checklist.

Are there other CNA programs near Hartford?

Yes. In addition to Harriott Community Healthcare Academy in Hartford, our directory includes CNA training programs in East Hartford, Bridgeport, New Haven, Waterbury, Norwich. Comparing programs by location, schedule, and cost is the easiest way to find the best fit for your situation. Browse all Connecticut CNA classes for the full list.