Nurse Assistant/Aide
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 19
Last Re-Certification Date: 9/22/2025
Program Description
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.
Established in 2000
CIP: 51-3902 Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Provider Information
Richland Community College
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Healthcare Support Occupations
- (311121 )
- (311131 )
- Healthcare Support Workers, All Other (319099 )
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
IL Dept. of Public Health
Quality Assurance
- Illinois State Board of Education
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification
16 Weeks ( 300.00 Hours / 8.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $1,360.00 |
| Books | $125.00 |
| Fees | $239.00 |
| Tests | $67.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $200.00 |
| Total Cost | $1,991.00 |
Financial Aid
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
Complete and submit Richland Admission Information Form. Provide official high school transcript(s) or proof of GED completion. Provide official transcript(s) from other college(s) attended (if applicable). Enrollment in this program takes place through an admission process conducted prior to registration each semester.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
- Other - At least 16 years of age; clear background check, immunizations
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Day Classes
Performance Data
Program: Nurse Assistant/Aide
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 19
Last Re-Certification Date: 9/22/2025
Program Description
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.
Established in 2000
CIP: 51-3902 Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant/Aide.
Provider Information
Richland Community College
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Healthcare Support Occupations
- (311121 )
- (311131 )
-
Healthcare Support Workers, All Other (319099 )
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
IL Dept. of Public Health
Quality Assurance
- Illinois State Board of Education
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification
16 Weeks ( 300.00 Hours / 8.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $1,360.00 |
| Books | $125.00 |
| Fees | $239.00 |
| Tests | $67.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $200.00 |
| Total Cost | $1,991.00 |
Financial Aid
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
Complete and submit Richland Admission Information Form. Provide official high school transcript(s) or proof of GED completion. Provide official transcript(s) from other college(s) attended (if applicable). Enrollment in this program takes place through an admission process conducted prior to registration each semester.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
- Other - At least 16 years of age; clear background check, immunizations
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Day Classes