Pending Approval — This program is pending approval by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and the Division of Occupational Licensure (DOL).
The school is not recruiting or enrolling students at this time.
Start Your Healthcare Career in 4 Weeks
State-approved Nurse Aide & Home Health Aide certification programs in Agawam, MA. Choose day & evening hybrid or fully in-person evening — both formats available.
What Makes Dola Health Career Institute the Right Choice
At Dola Health Career Institute, you’ll gain practical Nurse Aide skills, personalized support, and the confidence to pursue certification and build a rewarding career in healthcare. Your journey toward making a difference in patients’ lives starts here.
Hybrid Format
Complete classroom training online at your own pace — available in both day and evening sessions (4–4.5 hrs/day) for 3 weeks, then attend in-person lab and clinical in Week 4.
95 Hours Total
State-approved 4-week program covering all required competencies for Nurse Aide and Home Health Aide certification.
Affordable & Transparent
Total program cost: $1,540 (tuition $1,500 + $40 CORI). Credit card, check, or cash accepted.
Three Ways to Earn Your Certification
Pick the format that fits your schedule — all paths lead to the same state-approved credential.
Day & Evening Hybrid
Complete 2 weeks of online classroom training at your own pace — available in both day and evening sessions — then join us in person for lab and clinical in Weeks 3–4.
- 95-hour state-approved curriculum
- Online classroom: day or evening sessions
- In-person lab & clinical: Weeks 3–4
- Flexible scheduling around your life
Fully In-Person Evening
Attend all classroom instruction, lab, and clinical sessions in person during evening hours — ideal if you prefer a structured, face-to-face learning environment.
- 90.5-hour state-approved curriculum
- All sessions held in person
- Evening schedule for working adults
- Hands-on learning from day one
First Aid & CPR Training
Earn your First Aid and CPR certification through our upcoming combined training program. Open enrollment — no prerequisites required.
- Combined First Aid & CPR certification
- Open enrollment — no prerequisites
- Flexible session dates
Upcoming Program Sessions
4-Week · 95-Hour State-Approved Program
| Session | Week 1 — Online | Week 2 — Online | Week 3 — In-person Lab | MA Mandatory via MSL | Supervised Clinical |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Session 1 — Nov 2026 | Nov 16–20 · Online 24/7 · 22.5 hrs | Nov 23–27 · Online 24/7 · 22 hrs | Nov 30–Dec 1 · 8am–4:30pm · 16 hrs | Dec 2–3 · 9am–3:30pm · 12 hrs | Dec 7–9 · 7am–3pm · 22.5 hrs |
| Session 2 — Dec 2026 | Nov 30–Dec 4 · Online 24/7 · 22.5 hrs | Dec 7–11 · Online 24/7 · 22 hrs | Dec 14–15 · 8am–4:30pm · 16 hrs | Dec 16–17 · 9am–3:30pm · 12 hrs | Dec 21–23 · 7am–3pm · 22.5 hrs |
| Session 3 — Dec/Jan 2027 | Dec 14–18 · Online 24/7 · 22.5 hrs | Dec 21–25 · Online 24/7 · 22 hrs | Dec 28–29 · 8am–4:30pm · 16 hrs | Dec 30–31 · 9am–3:30pm · 12 hrs | Jan 4–6, 2027 · 7am–3pm · 22.5 hrs |
* Holidays do not impact virtual weeks. If a holiday falls on an in-person lab day, it is moved to the following Monday.
Program Fees
Straightforward pricing with no hidden costs.
Additional Student Expenses
Additional student expenses: Uniforms ~$100 | TB test/Chest X-Ray $10–$150 | State exam fee varies
Payment Methods
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