Registration for the Fall 2026 session is now closed. We are accepting registration for Spring 2027, dates to be determined. Please scroll down to access registration information
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Ideal for adults seeking career placement, a pathway into nursing or allied health, or a stable and meaningful profession helping others
Make a Meaningful Impact in Healthcare
Our Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Program builds the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to provide high-quality, compassionate care across diverse healthcare settings. Training combines classroom instruction with hands-on clinical experience and meets New York State certification requirements.
Why Choose Certified Nursing Assistant?
- Comprehensive, skills based training blending classroom and clinical practice
- Career-ready preparation for long-term care, hospitals, home health agencies and more
- Meets NYS requirements so you're ready to test and work quickly
- State Certification: Upon successful completion, graduates are eligible to sit for the New York State CNA Certification Exam and begin a rewarding career in healthcare
What You’ll Learn
Throughout this 120-hour course, you will learn
- Essential Caregiving Skills: vital signs monitoring, infection control, patient safety, communication skills, and assistance with activities of daily life.
- Professionalism & Teamwork: ethical care practices and effective collaboration with patients, families, and healthcare teams
These competencies align with NYS certification expectations and real-world workplace needss.
Program Details
Payment Details
1. Payments can be made by check or money order. Envelopes should be addressed to:
Adult Education
C/O Tarika Schell
Jefferson-Lewis BOCES
20104 NYS RT 3
Watertown, NY 13601
2. Credit/Debit card payments can be made by calling and asking for Tarika Schell
Need further information? Contact the BOCES Adult Education Office:
Certified Nursing Assistant Instructor
Howard G. Sackett Technical Center, Glenfield, NY
Jesica Nichols
