Buffalo, NY
McGuire Training Center
Nursing Home Nurse Aide
Location
Buffalo, NY
Duration
12 program days, approximately 75+ hours
State Required Hours
100 hours minimum
- Address
425 Michigan Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14203
- Phone
- (716) 712-2273
About This Program
The McGuire Training Center, operated by Living Legends Health in the Compass East building on Michigan Avenue in Buffalo's Medical Corridor neighborhood, delivers an NYSDOH-approved Nurse Aide course feeding the company's Western New York nursing homes (Autumn View, Harris Hill, Garden Gate, Northgate, Seneca). Curriculum splits roughly 30 hours classroom, 30 hours skills lab, and 16 hours clinical with full Prometric NY exam preparation. Accepted candidates are paid during training.
Location & Directions
425 Michigan Avenue, 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 McGuire Training Center include?
The McGuire Training Center, operated by Living Legends Health in the Compass East building on Michigan Avenue in Buffalo's Medical Corridor neighborhood, delivers an NYSDOH-approved Nurse Aide course feeding the company's Western New York nursing homes (Autumn View, Harris Hill, Garden Gate, Northgate, Seneca). The program is located at 425 Michigan Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14203. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (716) 712-2273 or visit https://livinglegendshealth.com/certified-nursing-assistant-training-cnat/.
How much does McGuire Training Center cost?
McGuire Training Center 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) 712-2273 or visit the program website at https://livinglegendshealth.com/certified-nursing-assistant-training-cnat/ 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 McGuire Training Center?
The nursing home nurse aide at McGuire Training Center is structured as 12 program days, approximately 75+ hours. New York requires 100 hours minimum of state-approved training, so this program meets or exceeds the state minimum. Contact the program at (716) 712-2273 for current cohort start dates and schedule options.
How do I apply or contact McGuire Training Center?
Call McGuire Training Center directly at (716) 712-2273 or visit https://livinglegendshealth.com/certified-nursing-assistant-training-cnat/. The program is located at 425 Michigan Avenue, 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 McGuire Training Center?
Before enrolling at McGuire Training Center, 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 McGuire Training Center 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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