Basic Nurse Assistant Program at Excelsior Healthcare Academy in Chicago Heights

CNA Program Overview

Excelsior Healthcare Academy offers an intensive four-week Basic Nurse Assistant program designed to prepare healthcare professionals for the Illinois Department of Public Health CNA Examination. This focused training program equips students with essential patient care skills through comprehensive instruction and hands-on practice.

CNA Program Investment

Total Program Cost: $1,400

Comprehensive fee structure includes:

• Core tuition: $1,000
• Educational materials and supplies: $100
• Laboratory instruction: $100
• Certification and administrative fees: $200

Note: Financial aid is not available through this institution

Admission Requirements

Basic Eligibility

• Minimum age: 18 years (parental consent required if under 18)
• High school diploma/GED OR
• Passing scores on the Basic Skills Test:
  • Verbal: 70% minimum
  • Mathematics: 70% minimum

Required Documentation

• Completed admission application
• Signed enrollment agreement
• Physical examination results
• Current TB screening (negative)
• Hepatitis B immunity proof
• Criminal background check authorization
• Placement examination results

Essential Skills Development

Students master critical care competencies including:

• Patient mobility assistance
• Transfer techniques
• Positioning protocols
• Personal hygiene care
• Safety procedures
• Communication skills

Professional Background Screening

• Mandatory IDPH background check
• Employment eligibility verification
• Criminal history review process
• Provisional enrollment during pending investigations
• Written notification of investigation outcomes

Enrollment Options

In-Person Registration

Location: 523 S. Halsted, Chicago Heights, IL 60413

• Submit completed documentation
• Process program fees
• Complete enrollment verification

Distance Registration

• Online payment processing
• Phone verification: (773) 297-2417
• Mail submission option

Important Disclosures

• Non-accredited institution status
• Limited credit transfer options
• Independent certification requirements
• Program completion timelines
• Refund and cancellation policies

Additional Resources

Available through the institutional website:

• Detailed program requirements
• Academic Calendar
• Course catalogs
• Institutional disclosures
• Policy documentation
• Fee schedules

Begin your healthcare career by contacting our administrative team for enrollment guidance and program details. Excelsior Healthcare Academy provides focused training for essential healthcare roles through comprehensive CNA preparation.

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