Middlesex Community College

Nurse Assistant / Home Health Aide Certificate

1. Must have a high school diploma or GED
2. Must have a valid photo ID (state ID or driver's license)
3. Meet with Program Manager prior to enrollment
4. Agree to a CORI/SORI background check (must complete forms with MCC and provide valid photo ID (ie license or state issued photo ID)
5. Complete a Health Record Immunization form* 

Required Texts: 
The following two textbooks are required for the program and are available at the MCC Lowell Bookstore by calling 978-322-8323, or you may purchase at your preferred book vendor.  Course # is CAR 768
 

1. Hartman's Nursing Assistant Care: Long Term & Home Care Text

Edition: ^4th

ISBN: 978-1-60425-133-3

By: Hedman, Fuzy, & Howard

2. Hartman's Nursing Assistant Care: Long Term & Home (Wkbk)

Edition: 4th

ISBN: 978-1-60425-134-0

 Refund Policy:  As stated in student memo of understanding

Please Note:  Although currently the Massachusetts Department of Public Health does not require the COVID-19 vaccine, most of our clinical partners do. While a reasonable effort will be made to place you in a clinical facility if you do not have these, clinical placement cannot be guaranteed for those who have not received these vaccinations.
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NEW! Medical Surgical CNA Expanded Skills Certification
  
Grant Funding Available – Please inquiry for eligibility requirements

This course is designed to provide the Certified Nursing Assistant with an expanded knowledge and skill set related to the holistic care of adults, specifically in a medical-surgical hospital setting. The student will gain knowledge and skills to prepare them to care for a range of adult clients including those with enteral feeding tubes, orthopedic surgeries, special respiratory and neurological care situations.  The student will also learn about the CNA’s role in caring for adult clients with chronic and acute illnesses. Special focus will be on recognizing signs to report to the nurse and accurate measurement of vital signs and calculation of fluid balance.  On completion of this course the CNA will receive a MSESC certificate. Students must have completed a DPH approved nurse assistant course to participate and submit proof of course completion OR CNA license. (20 hours) $699
5/6 – 5/20          4:00pm – 9:00pm            Monday
Online with Class Meeting Times

5/22 & 5/29       4:00pm – 8:00pm            Wednesday
Lowell Campus                Building: Derby, Room 302

Course Number: HLT 789 80       CRN: 20341        
Professor: CHAMPA

Note: Grant Funding available for underemployed and/or unemployed. For more information e-mail career_training@middlesex.mass.edu.  This course is not eligible for tuition waivers.

 
New! Pediatric Expanded Skills Certificate
This course is designed to provide the Nursing Assistant with an expanded knowledge and skill set related to the holistic care of infants, children, and adolescents. You will also gain knowledge and skills to prepare you to care for a range of pediatric clients including those with enteral feeding tubes, tracheostomies, seizures, and specialized respiratory therapy. The student will also learn strategies to communicate and encourage healthy development of children during each developmental stage. On completion, students will receive a PESC certificate. Students must have completed a DPH approved nurse assistant course to participate and submit proof of course completion OR CNA license.  $699.

5/14, 5/15, 5/16              4:00pm – 9:00pm            Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday
Online with Class Meeting Times

6/3 & 6/10         4:00pm – 8:00pm            Wednesday
Lowell Campus                Building: Derby, Room 302

Course Number: HLT 789 80       CRN: 20341        
Professor: CHAMPA

Note: Grant Funding available for underemployed and/or unemployed. For more information e-mail career_training@middlesex.mass.edu.  This course is not eligible for tuition waivers.

 

NEW Nurse Assistant Skills Refresher
This C.N.A. refresher course will give students the opportunity to practice any of the 22 testable skills on the Prometrics exam, along with a review of testing requirements and tips for preparing for the exam. (4 Hours) $299


NEW Nurse Assistant Written Certifcation Exam Prep Course
This C.N.A. certifcation exam prep course will give students the
opportunity to practice for the written Certifcation exam, along with a review of testing requirements and tips for preparing for the exam. (9 Hours) $299