CNA Training and Classes in Chicago
Becoming a CNA in Chicago is a great way to get started in the healthcare industry. Getting your CNA certificate will prepare you for work in nursing homes, doctorâs offices and many other entry level healthcare positions. To get your CNA in Chicago you will need to complete a certified CNA training program in Illinois and pass a written test. In many cases you will also have to get a background investigation and register with the state of Illinois due to the Health Care Worker Background Check Act.
Qualifications needed to join CNA Training in Chicago
You will take your written test through the Southern Illinois University at Carbondale which offers exams throughout the state. You can find a complete list of test sites online at (www.nurseaidetesting.com). You can also prepare for your test at this site with their helpful study guides and practice tests. Once you pass the test your name will be added to the Illinois Health Care Worker Registry and you can start working.
Since many CNAs in Illinois will be working in long term care facilities, here are a few of the qualifications that you must meet to qualify for these positions. You must have a background check with no disqualifying convictions. Additionally you cannot have a history of abuse or neglect. CNAs must be at least 16 years old and have at least an 8th grade education or be able to prove that you posses that level of knowledge.
CNA Training Program in Chicago
You can start working as a CNA before your training is complete. You will have 45 days from the time of hire to enroll in a CNA course certified by the state.
Abbey Home Health Services Inc â (773) 784- 8717
Apex Home Health Services Inc- (773) 202-1948
Arturo Velasquez West Side Technical Institute- (773) 843-4618
Career Training Center of Chicago- (773) 583-8532
Chicago Care Training Center- (773) 506-4370
Chicago Community Learning Center- (773) 506-1503
Citi College of Allied Health- (312) 236-9000
College of Office Technology- (773) 278-0042
Competent Healthcare- (773) 249-4644
East-West University- (312) 939-0111
Glencrest Nursing and Rehab- (773) 338-6800
Grace Health Career Center- (773) 287-8980
Great Paragon Health Services Inc- (773) 973-1753
Harold Washington College- (312) 553-5660
Healthcare Plus- (773) 283-0090
Kennedy King College- (773) 602-5222
Malcolm X College- (312) 850-7348
Olive Harvey College- (773) 291-6339
Phalanx Family Services- (773) 261-5600
Truman College- (773) 907-4458
Tukiendorf Training Institute- (773) 817-4515
Nice post! Here in Chicago, many of the hospitals and clinics will only work with “students” from certain schools. Most prefer that you are already certified before hiring you. I’ll advise anyone looking to become a CNA to go to a community or vocational school. You will get both classroom and clinical training that will equip you to take the state exam. Read this post http://toniferreira.blog.com/2012/01/26/how-to-become-a-certified-nursing-assistant/. It explains the requirements and duties of a CNA. It also has a list of state approved schools, price comparisons and course period. If money is an issue for you, this post also has some good information about the WIA program and how to use this government assistance to pay for your CNA training.
I could not refrain from commenting. Very well written!