Basic Nursing Assistant Training Program at Career Options, Inc. in Park Ridge

CNA Program Overview

Career Options, Inc. (COI) delivers a focused 5-week Basic Nursing Assistant Training Program designed to launch healthcare careers through comprehensive skill development. This state-approved curriculum combines 80 hours of theoretical instruction with 40 hours of hands-on clinical experience, preparing students to deliver essential patient care services.

CNA Program Structure

Training Components

• Classroom lectures and discussions
• Supervised laboratory practice
• Clinical facility rotations
• 33 core skill competencies
• CPR certification

Core Competencies

Students master essential healthcare skills:

• Patient hygiene protocols
• Vital signs measurement
• Mobility assistance techniques
• Intake/output monitoring
• Positioning and transfer methods
• Personal protective equipment use
• Documentation procedures

Admission Requirements

Basic Eligibility

• Minimum age: 16 years
• 10th-grade reading comprehension
• Valid Social Security number
• Criminal background clearance
• Physical examination completion
• TB screening verification
• Active insurance coverage

Investment

Total Program Cost: $1,455

Comprehensive fee includes:

• Core tuition
• Laboratory fees
• Registration costs
• Required textbooks
• Professional uniforms
• Clinical equipment
• Certification examination
• CPR training

Professional Certification

• Illinois Nurse Aide Competency Examination eligibility
• Southern Illinois University testing administration
• IDPH certification upon completion
• Skill competency verification
• Written examination requirement

Career Opportunities

Graduates qualify for positions in:

• Physicians’ offices
• Medical clinics
• Hospital settings
• Diagnostic centers
• Home health agencies
• Long-term care facilities

Contact Information

Career Options, Inc. 2644 E. Dempster Street, Suite 116 Park Ridge, IL 60068

Direct Communications:

• Phone: 847-297-3900
• Email: learn@careeroptionscenter.com
• Website: Program catalog available online
• Individual consultations available

Important Disclosures

• Non-accredited institution status
• Limited credit transfer options
• Strict attendance requirements
• Financial responsibility policies
• Defined refund guidelines

Begin your healthcare career by contacting our admissions team for enrollment guidance and program details. COI provides focused training and hands-on experience to prepare you for success in essential healthcare roles.

Note: Program requirements and costs subject to change. Contact institution directly for current information.