Nursing Assistant / Aide
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 3/18/2025
Program Description
An instructional program that prepares individuals to perform routine nursing-related services to patients in hospitals or long-term care facilities, under the training and supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse. The Basic Nursing Assistant Training Program is approved by the Illinois Department of Public Health and prepares the student to assist the licensed professional nurse and licensed practical nurse as an integral member of the health care team in a variety of health care settings. Upon successful completion of the program the individual is eligible to take the State of Illinois Nursing Assistant Competency Examination. Curriculum: The course instruction includes basic nursing skills through lecture, campus laboratory and supervised clinical experiences at al long-term health care facility. A passing grade requires the student to have achieved an average score of 80% on written examinations and to meet all laboratory and clinical requirements with a passing grade.
Established in 2013
CIP: 51-3902 Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Provider Information
South Suburban College
Program Contact Info
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Healthcare Support Occupations
- (311131 )
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
South Suburban College
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Illinois Community College Board
- Illinois State Board of Education
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification
8 Weeks ( 152.00 Hours / 6.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $912.00 |
| Books | $117.00 |
| Fees | $107.00 |
| Tests | $175.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $220.00 |
| Total Cost | $1,531.00 |
Financial Aid
Application Procedure
Job Training Department, room #4461.
The maximum tuition and fees amount approved for this occupation is $3,000.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
- Language - Asset Placement
- Writing - Asset Placement
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Internships
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Night Classes
- Day Classes
Performance Data
Program: Nursing Assistant / Aide
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 3/18/2025
Program Description
An instructional program that prepares individuals to perform routine nursing-related services to patients in hospitals or long-term care facilities, under the training and supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse. The Basic Nursing Assistant Training Program is approved by the Illinois Department of Public Health and prepares the student to assist the licensed professional nurse and licensed practical nurse as an integral member of the health care team in a variety of health care settings. Upon successful completion of the program the individual is eligible to take the State of Illinois Nursing Assistant Competency Examination. Curriculum: The course instruction includes basic nursing skills through lecture, campus laboratory and supervised clinical experiences at al long-term health care facility. A passing grade requires the student to have achieved an average score of 80% on written examinations and to meet all laboratory and clinical requirements with a passing grade.
Established in 2013
CIP: 51-3902 Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide.
Provider Information
South Suburban College
Program Contact Info
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Healthcare Support Occupations
- (311131 )
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
South Suburban College
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Illinois Community College Board
- Illinois State Board of Education
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification
8 Weeks ( 152.00 Hours / 6.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $912.00 |
| Books | $117.00 |
| Fees | $107.00 |
| Tests | $175.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $220.00 |
| Total Cost | $1,531.00 |
Financial Aid
Application Procedure
Job Training Department, room #4461.
The maximum tuition and fees amount approved for this occupation is $3,000.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
- Language - Asset Placement
- Writing - Asset Placement
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Internships
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Night Classes
- Day Classes