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CNA Track for English Language Learners

CNA Training Program Participants learn how to take blood pressure.

The Community Learning Center's Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Training Program can help you get a job in a hospital or clinic.

This program is for people who are learning English and includes English and math classes. 

To Apply:

  • You must be an English language learner (intermediate level of higher).
  • You must be able to work in the U.S. (have a valid work permit, resident card, or be a U.S. citizen).

Priority is given to Cambridge residents. If you live in cities in the MetroNorth area, you can also apply. (View sign up form for details). 

Schedule

  • The program is offered from September - January and from February to June. 
  • Classes meet on Mondays and Wednesdays at the Community Learning Center (5 Western Ave.) from 5 - 9 p.m. and on Thursdays at Labouré College in Milton from 4 - 9 p.m.
    • Free transportation provided

Sign up for an information session

Questions? Contact Yan Zheng at yzheng@cambridgema.gov or call 617-299-9950.

If you are a Cambridge resident and a fluent English speaker, learn more about our CNA Training Program for Fluent Speakers

The Community Learning Center’s CNA Training Program is funded through the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) MassSTEP

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