Boston, MA
Bunker Hill Community College - Certified Nurse Assistant Program
Nurse Aide Training Program
Location
Boston, MA
Duration
10 weeks
State Required Hours
75 hours
- Address
250 Rutherford Avenue
Boston, MA 02129
- Phone
- (617) 228-2000
About This Program
Bunker Hill Community College offers a 10-week in-person Certified Nurse Assistant and Home Health Aide certificate program at its Charlestown campus. The program combines classroom instruction in patient care skills, anatomy, infection control, and ethics with a clinical practicum, preparing graduates to sit for the Massachusetts Nurse Aide Competency Evaluation.
Location & Directions
250 Rutherford Avenue, Boston, MA 02129
Becoming a CNA in Massachusetts
Becoming a CNA in Massachusetts is one of the most procedurally distinctive pathways in the country — and the difference is the background check. Most states require a fingerprint-based state and federal background check before the state will issue your CNA certification. Massachusetts handles this differently: there is no pre-certification background check from the state, but your employer is required to complete a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check before you can begin work in any licensed facility. This means you can become certified before you have an employer lined up, but every employer you work for will run a CORI check on you separately.
Minimum Age
16
Training Hours
75 hours
Exam Vendor
Prometric
Time to Cert
5–10 weeks (training 4–6 weeks, exam and registry 2–4 weeks)
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the CNA program at Bunker Hill Community College - Certified Nurse Assistant Program include?
Bunker Hill Community College offers a 10-week in-person Certified Nurse Assistant and Home Health Aide certificate program at its Charlestown campus. The program is located at 250 Rutherford Avenue, Boston, MA 02129. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (617) 228-2000 or visit https://www.bhcc.edu/alliedhealth/certifiednurseassistant/.
How much does Bunker Hill Community College - Certified Nurse Assistant Program cost?
Bunker Hill Community College - Certified Nurse Assistant Program has not published a flat tuition figure on this directory; pricing for the nurse aide training program depends on residency, financial aid, and any employer sponsorships. Call (617) 228-2000 or visit the program website at https://www.bhcc.edu/alliedhealth/certifiednurseassistant/ to request the current fee schedule. For reference, total CNA training costs in Massachusetts generally fall in the range of $0 (employer-sponsored) to $1,500 (private program).
How long is the program at Bunker Hill Community College - Certified Nurse Assistant Program?
The nurse aide training program at Bunker Hill Community College - Certified Nurse Assistant Program is structured as 10 weeks. Massachusetts requires 75 hours of state-approved training, so this program meets or exceeds the state minimum. Contact the program at (617) 228-2000 for current cohort start dates and schedule options.
How do I apply or contact Bunker Hill Community College - Certified Nurse Assistant Program?
Call Bunker Hill Community College - Certified Nurse Assistant Program directly at (617) 228-2000 or visit https://www.bhcc.edu/alliedhealth/certifiednurseassistant/. The program is located at 250 Rutherford Avenue, Boston, MA 02129. Ask about upcoming cohort start dates, application deadlines, background-check requirements, and any scholarships or financial-aid options before enrolling.
What Massachusetts CNA requirements should I know before enrolling at Bunker Hill Community College - Certified Nurse Assistant Program?
Before enrolling at Bunker Hill Community College - Certified Nurse Assistant Program, make sure you meet Massachusetts's minimum age (16), education requirements, and background-check rules. Massachusetts requires 75 hours of state-approved training and uses Prometric for the competency exam, with most candidates reaching certification in 5–10 weeks (training 4–6 weeks, exam and registry 2–4 weeks). See the full Massachusetts CNA requirements page for a complete checklist.
Are there other CNA programs near Boston?
Yes. In addition to Bunker Hill Community College - Certified Nurse Assistant Program in Boston, our directory includes CNA training programs in Worcester, Springfield. Comparing programs by location, schedule, and cost is the easiest way to find the best fit for your situation. Browse all Massachusetts CNA classes for the full list.