Become a Certified Nursing Assistant in as little as 5 weeks. Day, evening and weekend classes. No college degree needed.
College isn't the only way into healthcare. Train hands-on at a neighborhood school in Queens, get ready for your Prometric state exam, and start a career caring for people. No college degree needed.
CNAs care for patients in hospitals, nursing homes and long-term care. Our program teaches you the skills employers need, with plenty of practice before your first day on the job.
Keep your job while you train. Evening and weekend classes are built for busy schedules.
Every student's situation is different. Call, text or book a visit and we'll go over your total cost, what's included and your payment options. Ask us →
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See the classroom, meet your instructor and ask anything. It takes about 30 minutes.
Choose day, evening or weekend, and complete your enrollment paperwork.
Learn hands-on, practice your skills and prepare for your exam.
“I'm passionate about educating, empowering and preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals.”
Marie Maignan is a dedicated healthcare educator and the founder of Ascent Training Center, bringing a passion for patient care, hands-on training and student success to her work. She established Ascent to help aspiring healthcare professionals gain the skills, confidence and opportunities needed to build rewarding careers while making a meaningful difference in their communities. At Ascent, Marie doesn't just run the school. She teaches in the classroom too.
Start fresh with CNA, PCA or HHA, or upgrade the certificate you already have. Call, text or book a visit to go over cost and payment options.
Our main program. Care for patients in hospitals, nursing homes and long-term care, and get ready for your Prometric state exam.
Care for clients in their own homes, helping with daily living, comfort and safety.
A fast first step into home care. Help clients with bathing, dressing, meals and getting around.
Already a CNA? Add Home Health Aide training so you can also work in home care.
Already a PCA? Upgrade to Home Health Aide and take on more clients and jobs.
Tour the classroom, meet your instructor and get all your questions answered. Call or text to set up a visit, or ask about our next open house.
5 weeks for weekday classes (mornings 9:00–2:30 or evenings 4:00–9:30), or 8 weeks for weekend classes (Saturday and Sunday, 9:00–5:30).
No. You don't need a college degree to become a CNA. Call or text us and we'll walk you through exactly what you need to enroll.
Yes. Our evening and weekend classes are designed for students who work during the day.
Yes. Prometric exam prep is part of our CNA training, along with hands-on practice of the skills you'll be tested on.
Call, text or book a visit and we'll go over your total cost and your payment options. Every student's situation is different, and we're happy to walk you through it. Through November 30, save 10% when you pay your tuition in full.
All classes are taught in English.
Our next CNA class starts Monday, November 30. Contact us to save your seat or ask about future start dates.
Send us a message and we'll call you back. Or reach us directly:
Queens Village, NY 11429
Ascent Training Center, LLC
Call or text before you come so we can set up your visit.
Finding us: we're in Village Plaza on the 2nd floor, right above Little Caesars. Call or text (516) 851-9754 if you can't find the door and we'll come down.
