Certified Nursing Assistant
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 10
Last Re-Certification Date: 6/9/2025
Program Description
The curriculum includes all standards and procedures contained in the Illinois Department of Public Health Certified Nurse Aide Instruction Model. The State Nurse Aide Examination can be taken through this course with the completion of 40 hours of on-site clinical experience at a local nursing facility, included in the class structure if student has a social security number. Students must have transportation to the clinical site, a physical, and TB test before September 15th. Before beginning the clinical experience, students must undergo a Health Care Worker criminal background check. Throughout the semester, students must maintain an 80% to remain eligible for state testing.
Established in 2014
CIP: 51-2601 Health Aide.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Provider Information
Wilco Area Career Center
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Healthcare Support Occupations
- (311131 )
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Illinois Department of Public Health
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Industry Standard: Certified Nursing Assistant Training through Illinois Department of Public Health
Education Information
License
8 Weeks ( 140.00 Hours / 0.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $895.00 |
| Books | $35.00 |
| Tests | $75.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $145.00 |
| Total Cost | $1,150.00 |
Financial Aid
Application Procedure
Students can apply at www.wilco.k12.il.us by completing the online application. A $200 deposit is required to secure a seat in the program. Before the first day of class, students must have a physical which includes a TB test, criminal back ground check, and have obtained a health care provider CPR card. Wilco will hold a CPR class prior to the first day of CNA class to assist. The class must be paid in full by May 18th.
Entry Requirements:
- Physical Exam
- Prerequisites - CPR Card
- Other - Criminal Background Check
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
Performance Data
Program: Certified Nursing Assistant
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 10
Last Re-Certification Date: 6/9/2025
Program Description
The curriculum includes all standards and procedures contained in the Illinois Department of Public Health Certified Nurse Aide Instruction Model. The State Nurse Aide Examination can be taken through this course with the completion of 40 hours of on-site clinical experience at a local nursing facility, included in the class structure if student has a social security number. Students must have transportation to the clinical site, a physical, and TB test before September 15th. Before beginning the clinical experience, students must undergo a Health Care Worker criminal background check. Throughout the semester, students must maintain an 80% to remain eligible for state testing.
Established in 2014
CIP: 51-2601 Health Aide.
Provider Information
Wilco Area Career Center
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Healthcare Support Occupations
- (311131 )
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Illinois Department of Public Health
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Industry Standard: Certified Nursing Assistant Training through Illinois Department of Public Health
Education Information
License
8 Weeks ( 140.00 Hours / 0.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $895.00 |
| Books | $35.00 |
| Tests | $75.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $145.00 |
| Total Cost | $1,150.00 |
Financial Aid
Application Procedure
Students can apply at www.wilco.k12.il.us by completing the online application. A $200 deposit is required to secure a seat in the program. Before the first day of class, students must have a physical which includes a TB test, criminal back ground check, and have obtained a health care provider CPR card. Wilco will hold a CPR class prior to the first day of CNA class to assist. The class must be paid in full by May 18th.
Entry Requirements:
- Physical Exam
- Prerequisites - CPR Card
- Other - Criminal Background Check
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs