Springfield, MA
Sixteen Acres Healthcare Center
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Location
Springfield, MA
State Required Hours
75 hours
- Address
215 Bicentennial Highway
Springfield, MA 01118
- Phone
- (413) 796-7511
About This Program
Sixteen Acres Healthcare Center is a 120-bed skilled nursing facility tucked into the Sixteen Acres neighborhood in southeast Springfield, just off Wilbraham Road. The facility appears on Springfield-area nurse aide training directories and, like several Massachusetts nursing homes, operates an in-house, paid trainee pathway that prepares new hires for the Massachusetts Department of Public Health's required 75-hour curriculum and the Prometric/American Red Cross Massachusetts Nurse Aide Competency Evaluation. Successful candidates are added to the Massachusetts Nurse Aide Registry; interested applicants should call HR directly to confirm current cohort availability.
Location & Directions
215 Bicentennial Highway, Springfield, MA 01118
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 Sixteen Acres Healthcare Center include?
Sixteen Acres Healthcare Center is a 120-bed skilled nursing facility tucked into the Sixteen Acres neighborhood in southeast Springfield, just off Wilbraham Road. The program is located at 215 Bicentennial Highway, Springfield, MA 01118. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (413) 796-7511 or visit https://cnaedu.com/springfield-ma-cna-classes/.
How much does Sixteen Acres Healthcare Center cost?
Sixteen Acres Healthcare Center has not published a flat tuition figure on this directory; pricing for the certified nursing assistant (cna) depends on residency, financial aid, and any employer sponsorships. Call (413) 796-7511 or visit the program website at https://cnaedu.com/springfield-ma-cna-classes/ 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 Sixteen Acres Healthcare Center?
Sixteen Acres Healthcare Center has not published a fixed length for this directory. Programs in Massachusetts must meet the state minimum of 75 hours, so plan accordingly. Call (413) 796-7511 or check the program website at https://cnaedu.com/springfield-ma-cna-classes/ to confirm the program length, start dates, and full-time vs part-time schedule options.
How do I apply or contact Sixteen Acres Healthcare Center?
Call Sixteen Acres Healthcare Center directly at (413) 796-7511 or visit https://cnaedu.com/springfield-ma-cna-classes/. The program is located at 215 Bicentennial Highway, Springfield, MA 01118. 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 Sixteen Acres Healthcare Center?
Before enrolling at Sixteen Acres Healthcare Center, 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 Springfield?
Yes. In addition to Sixteen Acres Healthcare Center in Springfield, our directory includes CNA training programs in Boston, Worcester. 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.
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