Basic Nursing Assistant Training Program (CNA)
Start your healthcare career as a Certified Nursing Assistant. Our IDPH-approved program prepares you to provide compassionate bedside care — backed by job placement support for life.
BNATP – A Great Career Opportunity
The need for dependable bedside nursing care is as prevalent as ever. Most bedside care in hospitals, home healthcare and long term health care facilities, is provided by a nursing assistant, a valuable member of the nursing profession. Nursing assistant routine tasks are in the general care of hospitals, clinic, and nursing home patients. Nursing assistants work directly under the supervision of registered and practical nurses. This role in performing basic patient care assists the licensed staff in providing quality nursing to the patient. The nursing assistant occupation is one of a series of possible steps on a career ladder in the health care field.
Admission Requirements
- Must be 16 years of age or older
- Must speak the English language
- Must submit to a fingerprint background check
- Complete a health-physical
- 2 Step Tuberculosis Skin Test or Chest X-ray
Why Train at Illinois Nursing Academy?
Approved by the Illinois Department of Public Health to provide the Certified Nursing Assistant program.
Learn the basic patient-care skills nursing assistants use every day at the bedside.
It is our promise to assist all INA Alumni with Job Placement for LIFE.
How to Apply
Confirm you meet the admission requirements (age, English, background check, health clearances)
Submit your application to start the enrollment process
Enroll and begin your training toward becoming a Certified Nursing Assistant
Nursing Assistant Program FAQ
What is the minimum age to enroll in the CNA program?
You must be 16 years of age or older to enroll.
Are there language requirements?
Yes. Applicants must speak the English language.
Is a background check required?
Yes. Applicants must submit to a fingerprint background check.
What certification does this program prepare me for?
Illinois Nursing Academy is approved by the Illinois Department of Public Health to provide the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program, preparing you to enter the field of health care.
Is there job placement support after I finish?
Yes. It is our promise to assist all INA Alumni with Job Placement for LIFE.
Start Your Nursing Career
Apply today and train to become a Certified Nursing Assistant in Illinois.
Illinois Nursing Academy is approved to operate by the Private Business and Vocational Schools Division of the Illinois Board of Higher Education.
Illinois Nursing Academy is approved by the Illinois Department Of Public Health to provide the Certified Nursing Assistant Program CNA to individuals looking to further their career in the field of health care.
Illinois Nursing Academy is not accredited by a US Department of Education recognized accrediting body.