Basic Nursing Assistant Certificate
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 3/18/2025
Program Description
Basic Nursing Assistant (BNA) prepares students to work in the health care industry as a Certified
Nursing Assistant (CNA). Students will be introduced to the discipline of nursing and the basic approaches to patient care. The role of the CNA as an assistant to the licensed nurse and member of the health care team is studied and practiced in the classroom, laboratory and clinical setting. Upon successful completion of all components of the program, the graduate must pass the State competency exam to become certified as a Nursing Assistant in the State of Illinois.
Established in 1988
CIP: 51-3902 Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Provider Information
West-Side Learning Center
Program Contact Info
Humboldt Park Voc. Ed. Center - Wright College
1645 N. California Ave. (1)
Chicago, IL 60647
1645 N. California Ave. (1)
Chicago, IL 60647
1900 West Jackson Blvd.
Chicago, IL 60612
Chicago, IL 60612
4624 W. Madison Street
Chicago, IL 60644
Chicago, IL 60644
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Healthcare Support Occupations
- (311131 )
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Illinois Dept. of Public Health
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Illinois Community College Board
- Illinois State Board of Education
- Industry Standard: Illinois Department Of Public Health
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification
8 Weeks ( 160.00 Hours / 8.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $1,168.00 |
| Books | $350.00 |
| Tests | $75.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $397.00 |
| Total Cost | $1,990.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Illinois Monetary Award Program
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
Other expenses include: Gait Belt, Castle Branch, Accurate Biometrics and CPR. Each student will need to have a physical and titers which may cost between $120-$275 dollars which customer should work with Career Coach for payment.
New students must apply to the college (online). Take placement exam or submit official transcript from all colleges and universities attended. Submit BNA medical examination forms completed by medical professional, submit to a drug screening and background. Provide a copy of a valid CPR card for healthcare providers and vaccinations.
The maximum tuition and fees amount approved for this occupation is $3,000.
Entry Requirements:
- Drug/Alcohol Screening
- Physical Exam
- Math - Math 98
- Reading - English 96 or Reading 125
- Prerequisites - CPR certification
- Other - Vaccinations, Background check & Medical Records Submission
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Night Classes
- Day Classes
- Other(Specify)
Performance Data
Program: Basic Nursing Assistant Certificate
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 3/18/2025
Program Description
Basic Nursing Assistant (BNA) prepares students to work in the health care industry as a Certified
Nursing Assistant (CNA). Students will be introduced to the discipline of nursing and the basic approaches to patient care. The role of the CNA as an assistant to the licensed nurse and member of the health care team is studied and practiced in the classroom, laboratory and clinical setting. Upon successful completion of all components of the program, the graduate must pass the State competency exam to become certified as a Nursing Assistant in the State of Illinois.
Established in 1988
CIP: 51-3902 Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide.
Provider Information
West-Side Learning Center
Program Contact Info
Humboldt Park Voc. Ed. Center - Wright College
1645 N. California Ave. (1)
Chicago, IL 60647
1645 N. California Ave. (1)
Chicago, IL 60647
1900 West Jackson Blvd.
Chicago, IL 60612
Chicago, IL 60612
4624 W. Madison Street
Chicago, IL 60644
Chicago, IL 60644
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Healthcare Support Occupations
- (311131 )
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Illinois Dept. of Public Health
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Illinois Community College Board
- Illinois State Board of Education
- Industry Standard: Illinois Department Of Public Health
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification
8 Weeks ( 160.00 Hours / 8.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $1,168.00 |
| Books | $350.00 |
| Tests | $75.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $397.00 |
| Total Cost | $1,990.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Illinois Monetary Award Program
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
Other expenses include: Gait Belt, Castle Branch, Accurate Biometrics and CPR. Each student will need to have a physical and titers which may cost between $120-$275 dollars which customer should work with Career Coach for payment.
New students must apply to the college (online). Take placement exam or submit official transcript from all colleges and universities attended. Submit BNA medical examination forms completed by medical professional, submit to a drug screening and background. Provide a copy of a valid CPR card for healthcare providers and vaccinations.
The maximum tuition and fees amount approved for this occupation is $3,000.
Entry Requirements:
- Drug/Alcohol Screening
- Physical Exam
- Math - Math 98
- Reading - English 96 or Reading 125
- Prerequisites - CPR certification
- Other - Vaccinations, Background check & Medical Records Submission
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Night Classes
- Day Classes
- Other(Specify)