Certified Nursing Assistant
The Certified Nursing Assistant program is a junior/senior program designed to prepare students for employment as a Certified Nurse Assistant. The curriculum covers all standards and procedures found in the Illinois Department of Public Health Certified Nurse Aide Instruction Model. Students can take the State Nurse Aide Examination through this course after completing 40 hours of on-site clinical experience at a local nursing facility, which is included in the class structure if the student has a Social Security number. Students must have transportation to the clinical site, a physical, and a TB test before September 15th. Before starting the clinical experience, students must pass a Health Care Worker criminal background check. To remain eligible for Joliet Junior College credit and the Illinois Department of Public Health Certified Nurse Aide Exam, students must maintain an 80% average throughout the semester. After completing this course, students can pursue further education to prepare for various healthcare careers, such as Registered Nurse, Physical Therapist, Respiratory Therapist, Ultrasound Technician, and more. Students are required to wear appropriate clothing at the clinical site.
Dual Credit: Joliet Junior College credit for NA101 (6 credit hours) and College of DuPage SURGT1000 (3 credit hours)
Certifications may include: The American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) and IDPH State Certification.
Estimated cost: $110 student fee, $72.00($12/JJC credit hour), and an additional $85 for the State CNA exam in the Spring.
Guidance Notes: 30% of time in the lab. Daily assignments and weekly tests. Emphasis on human anatomy.
