Basic Nursing Assistant (CNA Training) / Requirements
Requirements to Start Basic Nursing Assistant (CNA Training) Training
Meet general SCC admissions requirements (interview, at least 17 years of age, ID, high school diploma or GED), then complete program-specific health, immunization, and background items listed on the requirements page.
Meet general SCC admissions requirements (interview, at least 17 years of age, ID, high school diploma or GED), then complete program-specific health, immunization, and background items listed on the requirements page.
Admission Requirements and Procedures
Admission requirements vary by program and are subject to change. To enroll in any of the post-secondary programs offered at State Career College (SCC), each prospective student must meet the following requirements:
- Participate in an interview
- Be at least 17 years old
- Government-issued ID
- Graduated from high school or obtained a General Education Development (GED) certificate
- Sign the High School Attestation form
- Meet the additional program-specific requirements outlined below
Basic Nursing Assistant (CNA Training) — program-specific
- Provide immunization records(including TB Screening, Hepatitis B Series or Waiver, Measles Mumps Rubella (MMR), COVID, and Tetanus)
- Additional requirements may be required
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Basic Nursing Assistant (CNA Training) program, and is it online, hybrid, or on-campus?
The Basic Nursing Assistant (CNA Training) program is an 8-week, on-campus certificate totaling 138 clock hours at the Gurnee campus. It is not offered fully online.
How much does the Basic Nursing Assistant (CNA Training) program cost, and what is included?
Total cost is $1,800, including tuition, books and supplies, clinical fees, and uniform fees. See the cost page for the full line-item breakdown.
What certification or exam am I eligible for after finishing?
Graduates of the Basic Nursing Assistant program are eligible to sit for the Illinois CNA competency exam, subject to state requirements.
What are the admission requirements for the Basic Nursing Assistant (CNA Training) program?
Applicants must complete an interview, be at least 17, hold a government ID and high school diploma or GED, and meet program-specific health, background, and immunization requirements listed on the requirements page.