Published Sep 11, 2006
kym99999
1 Post
Hello everyone, I've been trying to find CNA classes around my shoool, since my school does not offer them. I go to Saint Xavier University on the southside of Chicago, I'm currently a Nursing student and thought it would be a good idea to become a CNA first. So anyone that knows of any classes being offered around the southside of chicago please let me know! Thanks!:wink2:
kmarie724
280 Posts
I don't anywhere specifically in Chicago, but I would check out community colleges and technical schools in your area. They usually offer CNA training. I took my CNA class through the American Red Cross. That might be another option to check out.
PBAJS
177 Posts
hello and welcome to allnurses.
may have found something for you ...
illinois department of public health nurse aide registry
http://www.idph.state.il.us/nar/home.htm
"nursing assistants/aides working in licensed and or certified skilled nursing facilities, intermediate care facilities and home health agencies must be certified. ..... all nursing assistants ..... and home health aides ... must be listed .... are placed on the illinois nurse aide registry ..... "
then did a search at www.google.com for - illinois nurse aide classes
---> illinois nurse aide testing
http://www.nurseaidetesting.com/
:typing
ayden
12 Posts
How do you like SXU? I'm thinking of applying there.
Cococure
373 Posts
Not sure how it works in your state but usually after your first semester of nursing school you should be able to work as a cna/tech at a hospital. Check it out before you spend any money ok:rolleyes:
good luck
-coco
scubadooII
73 Posts
Not sure how it works in your state but usually after your first semester of nursing school you should be able to work as a cna/tech at a hospital. Check it out before you spend any money ok:rolleyes: good luck -coco
Would love to know how to go about taking the CNA test if you've just completed the 1st year of Nursing School???
jb2u, ASN, RN
863 Posts
In GA, I know that you do not have to take the cna test. You just work as a patient care assistant/student nurse. I am certified in GA and SC, but several of my classmates work as pca/sn's and never took the certification test.
woody436
104 Posts
Are you a nursing major or nursing student? Because I know that in order to even apply or get into the professional sequence, in other words get into nursing school, at Xav's you need to be a CNA. They offer it there in the summer prior to beginning the sequence. Other wise there is a less expensive alternative at Samland at 102nd and Western Ave. West side of the street. CNA in 5 weeks.
johnsonprn2
24 Posts
Did u ever fiind a school to take CNA classes. I am an former resident of Chicago, and I know u can check out The Public Aid office they alway's Tech schools that they can hook u up with. Or try the unemployment office Job placement services and training. You may qualify to receive payment while going to classes thru financial aid. And if that fails, Try Triton College in River Grove, Il I know they have a CNA program. You could also call around some nursing homes that have their own train/work as u learn programs and they offer the certification on site. Oak brook terrace nursing home is one and Elmhurst convalescent center is another. I do not remember these phone numbers but they are both located in the western suburbs. You may call directory assistance to obtain the numbers. Good luck in your search send me a message and let me know the progress in your search.
KKING
45 Posts
I Am On The Waiting List For My School's Nursing Program In Ny. Does Anyone Know Of Anyplace That Offers The Cna Class For Free In Ny.