Buffalo, NY
Erie Community College City Campus
Nursing Home Nurse Aide
Location
Buffalo, NY
State Required Hours
100 hours minimum
- Address
121 Ellicott Street
Buffalo, NY 14203
- Phone
- (716) 851-1000
- Website
- https://www.ecc.edu/
About This Program
Erie Community College's downtown City Campus, housed in the historic Old Post Office on Ellicott Street, offers a NYSDOH-approved Nurse Aide certificate through its workforce and nursing programs. Located steps from the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus, the program covers the New York 100-hour curriculum with classroom instruction, skills lab, and clinical rotations to prepare students for the Prometric NY Nurse Aide exam. SUNY ECC offers the lowest per-credit cost in Western New York.
Location & Directions
121 Ellicott Street, Buffalo, NY 14203
Becoming a CNA in New York
Becoming a CNA in New York means committing to 100 hours of state-approved training — 25 hours above the federal minimum. Most full-time programs run 4 to 8 weeks; part-time evening and weekend programs may run 8 to 12 weeks. The 100 hours split into a minimum of 70 hours of classroom and skills-lab instruction plus at least 30 hours of supervised clinical training inside a New York-licensed nursing home. Approved programs are run by nursing homes themselves, BOCES centers (especially in the suburbs and upstate), CUNY and SUNY community colleges, and private career schools across the five boroughs of New York City, Long Island, the Hudson Valley, the Capital Region, and the rest of the state.
Minimum Age
17
Training Hours
100 hours minimum
Exam Vendor
Prometric
Time to Cert
6–12 weeks (training is typically 4–8 weeks, then 2–4 weeks for exam and registry listing)
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the CNA program at Erie Community College City Campus include?
Erie Community College's downtown City Campus, housed in the historic Old Post Office on Ellicott Street, offers a NYSDOH-approved Nurse Aide certificate through its workforce and nursing programs. The program is located at 121 Ellicott Street, Buffalo, NY 14203. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (716) 851-1000 or visit https://www.ecc.edu/.
How much does Erie Community College City Campus cost?
Erie Community College City Campus has not published a flat tuition figure on this directory; pricing for the nursing home nurse aide depends on residency, financial aid, and any employer sponsorships. Call (716) 851-1000 or visit the program website at https://www.ecc.edu/ to request the current fee schedule. For reference, total CNA training costs in New York generally fall in the range of $0 (employer-sponsored) to $1,500 (community college or private program).
How long is the program at Erie Community College City Campus?
Erie Community College City Campus has not published a fixed length for this directory. Programs in New York must meet the state minimum of 100 hours minimum, so plan accordingly. Call (716) 851-1000 or check the program website at https://www.ecc.edu/ to confirm the program length, start dates, and full-time vs part-time schedule options.
How do I apply or contact Erie Community College City Campus?
Call Erie Community College City Campus directly at (716) 851-1000 or visit https://www.ecc.edu/. The program is located at 121 Ellicott Street, Buffalo, NY 14203. Ask about upcoming cohort start dates, application deadlines, background-check requirements, and any scholarships or financial-aid options before enrolling.
What New York CNA requirements should I know before enrolling at Erie Community College City Campus?
Before enrolling at Erie Community College City Campus, make sure you meet New York's minimum age (17), education requirements, and background-check rules. New York requires 100 hours minimum of state-approved training and uses Prometric for the competency exam, with most candidates reaching certification in 6–12 weeks (training is typically 4–8 weeks, then 2–4 weeks for exam and registry listing). See the full New York CNA requirements page for a complete checklist.
Are there other CNA programs near Buffalo?
Yes. In addition to Erie Community College City Campus in Buffalo, our directory includes CNA training programs in Flushing, Bronx, Albany, New York, Brooklyn, and other New York cities. Comparing programs by location, schedule, and cost is the easiest way to find the best fit for your situation. Browse all New York CNA classes for the full list.
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