Course Overview: Mass Bay's Home Health Aide (HHA) Training Program is designed to further the skills of Certified Nurse Assistants (CNAs) by preparing them to deliver exceptional in-home care. This bridge program builds on the core competencies gained in the CNA training, providing students with the specialized knowledge needed to assist clients with daily living tasks, promote independence, and improve overall quality of life in a home setting.

Course Objectives:

• Master advanced caregiving techniques, including personal care, nutrition, and household management.
• Develop effective communication strategies for working with clients, their families, and healthcare providers.
• Learn safety and emergency protocols to ensure a secure home environment.
• Build upon the skills and knowledge gained from your CNA program.
• Understand infection control measures and health monitoring specific to home care

Certification: Upon successfully completing the program, students will meet the certification requirements for Home Health Aides in Massachusetts. This certification enables graduates to provide care in home settings under the supervision of licensed healthcare professionals.

Prerequisites:

• Successful completion of a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) course
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic English proficiency (reading, writing, and speaking)
• Physical ability to perform Home Health Aide duties

Career Opportunities: Graduates of the HHA Training Program are prepared to work with home healthcare agencies, hospice services, assisted living facilities, and private clients. The certification also serves as a foundation for further education and career advancement in the healthcare field.

Disclaimer: While we strive to provide accurate and current information, course schedules published on our website are subject to change. Students are advised to check regularly for updates.

·         Classes will run when minimum enrollment is met. Classes may be canceled due to low enrollment or instructor availability.

·         For refund requests, please contact the program director in charge:

Joshua Feld

Assistant Director of Community Pathways to Healthcare and Emerging Pathways

jfeld@massbay.edu

CU134 TEAS Prep:  The ATI Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) is required for admission into many Nursing and Allied Health programs, including MassBay Community College.

This course prepares students in all four TEAS subject areas: Math, Science, Reading, and English/Grammar. Classes are taught online in real time by live instructors, offering interactive support and practice in each area.

Disclaimer: MassBay Community College does not administer the TEAS exam on campus or online. For questions about exam requirements, please contact the MassBay Admissions Office.

Schedules are subject to change; check our website for updates.

Courses run with minimum enrollment and may be canceled if needed.

Refund requests:

Joshua Feld

Assistant Director, Community Pathways to Healthcare and Emerging Pathways

Medical Interpreter Program: Open to all languages, this 60-hour program provides working knowledge of medical interpreting, including standards of practice, ethics, HIPAA regulations, cultural competency, and medical terminology/vocabulary. This course is designed for those preparing for entry-level careers as medical interpreters as well as for working interpreters preparing for the National Board Certificate exam. Students must be fully bilingual and must be fluent in English and one other language.

This program meets the National Board for Medical Interpreter Certification and/or Commission of Health Care Interpreter's training requirement and prepares you to pass the national certification exam. Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a certificate of completion from the college and may elect to apply for national certification. Certification fees are not included. Students must possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Because a language assessment is required, students must register at least two weeks in advance.

The ATI Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) is required for admission into many Nursing and Allied Health programs, including MassBay Community College.

This virtual course prepares students in all four TEAS subject areas: Math, Science, Reading, and English/Grammar. Classes are taught online in real time by live instructors, offering interactive support and practice in each area.

Disclaimer: MassBay Community College does not administer the TEAS exam on campus or online. For questions about exam requirements, please contact the MassBay Admissions Office.

The certificate provides deeper theory, understanding and practice in the Behavioral Health field. The training focuses on two major areas of study. The first is the study of culture and how to understand cultural identity in diverse communities. The second is learning human communication and effective communication in diverse communities by working on emails, reports, improv, team play, roleplay, interpretation and analysis.

Wednesday 6:30-9 PM & Saturday 8:30-11:30 AM

For more information, please reach out to us at cpwd@massbay.edu.

Grant is available (seats limited). Please follow below step to apply for grant

Step 1: Do not use this page to register for the class if you want to apply for grant

Step 2: Complete all information on our intake form

Step 3: Please email us at cn-uhong@massbay.edu to let us know that you completed the intake for Behavioral Health Technician Grant.

We will reach out if you are qualified for grant. If you are qualified for grant, we will email you the registration link.

Do you recieve SNAP benefit? To determine your eligibility for this grant, please follow the steps below:

Step 1: Complete our intake form: https://forms.gle/kkBTWprTNy1EvF7u8

Step 2:  Click “Add to Wait List” and follow the instructions to complete your application.

Step 3: You will receive a consent form from us to sign (email or in-person option is available)

Step 4: Attend a follow-up meeting for SNAP E&T enrollment.

Note: Late applicants may attend the program while we determine their eligibility

The certificate provides deeper theory, understanding and practice in the Behavioral Health field. The training focuses on two major areas of study. The first is the study of culture and how to understand cultural identity in diverse communities. The second is learning human communication and effective communication in diverse communities by working on emails, reports, improv, team play, roleplay, interpretation and analysis.

Wednesday 6:30-9 PM & Saturday 8:30-11:30 AM

Disclaimer: While we strive to provide accurate and current information, course schedules published on our website are subject to change. Students are advised to check regularly for updates.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender. 

Do you recieve SNAP benefit? To determine your eligibility for this grant, please follow the steps below:

Step 1: Complete our intake form: https://forms.gle/kkBTWprTNy1EvF7u8

Step 2: Click “Add to Wait List” and follow the instructions to complete your application. Students can select one of the following section.

• Section 1: Tuesday & Thursday (6 - 8 pm | 1/27/2026 - 3/19/2026, Framingham Campus)
• Section 2: Saturday (8:30 am - 12:30 pm | 1/31/2026 - 3/21/2026, Framingham Campus)
• Section 3: Sunday (12:30 - 4:30 pm | 2/1/2026 - 3/22/2026, Online)
• Section 4: Monday & Tuesday (6 - 9 pm | 1/26/2026 - 3/17/2026, Online)

Step 3: You will receive a consent form from us to sign (email or in-person option is available)

Step 4: Attend a follow-up meeting for SNAP E&T enrollment.

Note: Late applicants may attend the program while we determine their eligibility

ELL Course Description

Disclaimer: While we strive to provide accurate and current information, course schedules published on our website are subject to change. Students are advised to check regularly for updates.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender. 

ELL Advanced: This course is intended for students who have completed the Intermediate course or have a high intermediate to advanced level of English. The course will focus on building skills in reading, writing, grammar and advanced vocabulary for everyday life or academic study. The classes will offer practice through a variety of activities, including class discussions, oral presentations, small group work and individual assignments.

ELL Intermediate: This course is designed for students who have completed the Beginner course or who have a basic foundation in English. The course will focus on building and improving English grammar, vocabulary, and writing skills for communicating in everyday situations. The reading activities focus on comprehension and critical thinking skills. Activities include class discussions, group work and individual assignments.

ELL Beginner: This course is intended for students with limited English language skills. The focus will be to build a practical English vocabulary and understanding of basic grammar structures to communicate in everyday life. Class activities will give students practice in conversational English as well as reading and writing.

Note: New students will have placement test on the first day to place into Advanced class, or Intermediate class, or Beginner class

For more information, please reach out to us at cpwd@massbay.edu

First day of class (1/26/2026), all student will meet virtually to take a placement test. Students will be placed into Group 1 or Group 2 depending on their level.

Group 1: Monday: Remote; Tuesday: Asynchronous

Group 2: Monday: Asynchronous; Tuesday: Remote

Disclaimer: While we strive to provide accurate and current information, course schedules published on our website are subject to change. Students are advised to check regularly for updates.

·         Classes will run when minimum enrollment is met. Classes may be canceled due to low enrollment or instructor availability.

·         For refund requests, please contact the program director in charge:

Roxana Marrero Director of Community Education and Workforce rmarrero@massbay.edu