Worcester, MA
Peak Medical Academy
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Location
Worcester, MA
Duration
Approximately 100-102 hours
State Required Hours
75 hours
- Address
38 Front Street, 2nd Floor
Worcester, MA 01608
- Phone
- (508) 753-8302
- Website
- https://peakmedicalacademy.com/
About This Program
Peak Medical Academy operates from a second-floor classroom suite at 38 Front Street in downtown Worcester, steps from the Worcester Common and across from City Hall. The Nursing Assistant Technician / Home Health Aide curriculum is approved through the Massachusetts Department of Public Health Nurse Aide Training framework and is also listed as an approved vendor through MassHire Central. Instruction covers patient care fundamentals, infection control, and resident rights, followed by supervised clinical hours in a state-approved long-term care facility. Graduates are prepared to sit for the Prometric (D&SDT-HEADMASTER) state competency exam and join the Massachusetts Nurse Aide Registry.
Location & Directions
38 Front Street, 2nd Floor, Worcester, MA 01608
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 Peak Medical Academy include?
Peak Medical Academy operates from a second-floor classroom suite at 38 Front Street in downtown Worcester, steps from the Worcester Common and across from City Hall. The program is located at 38 Front Street, 2nd Floor, Worcester, MA 01608. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (508) 753-8302 or visit https://peakmedicalacademy.com/.
How much does Peak Medical Academy cost?
Peak Medical Academy 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 (508) 753-8302 or visit the program website at https://peakmedicalacademy.com/ 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 Peak Medical Academy?
The certified nursing assistant (cna) at Peak Medical Academy is structured as Approximately 100-102 hours. Massachusetts requires 75 hours of state-approved training, so this program meets or exceeds the state minimum. Contact the program at (508) 753-8302 for current cohort start dates and schedule options.
How do I apply or contact Peak Medical Academy?
Call Peak Medical Academy directly at (508) 753-8302 or visit https://peakmedicalacademy.com/. The program is located at 38 Front Street, 2nd Floor, Worcester, MA 01608. 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 Peak Medical Academy?
Before enrolling at Peak Medical Academy, 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 Worcester?
Yes. In addition to Peak Medical Academy in Worcester, our directory includes CNA training programs in Boston, 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.
Other CNA Programs in Worcester
Quinsigamond Community College
Nurse Aide Training Program · 80 hours
Quinsigamond Community College
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) · One semester (7 credits) · $6,000 (free for eligible MA residents via MassEducate/MassReconnect)
The Fieldstone School - Worcester Campus
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) · $5,190 (WIOA-funded free option for eligible young adults)
Worcester Adult Learning Center (MassSTEP CNA)
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) · 10 weeks, Mon-Thu evenings · Free (state-funded MassSTEP)
American Red Cross of Central Massachusetts
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) · 126 hours (4 weeks day or 7 weeks evening) · $1,250