Chicago's Pulse CNA
The Chicago’s Pulse Certified Nursing Assistant program will take 124 hours to complete. This includes 40 hours of classroom instruction, 40 hours of laboratory instruction, 40 hours of on-site clinical instruction, and 4 hours of CPR training. There are no home study lessons involved in this program.
By the end of the training, students are expected to be able to explain the purpose of various health care organizations, identify members of the health care and nursing teams, know the requirements of a CNA, understand the ethical and legal practices related to health care, be able to describe the patients/residents Bill of Rights, and have a working familiarity with the following topics: Communication, Infection Control, Basic Safety/Emergencies, Body Mechanics/Ergonomics and Assisting the Patient with Mobility, The Patient’s/Resident’s Environment, Basic Human Needs, Measuring Vital Signs, Hygiene and Grooming, Nutrition, Elimination, the Body System, Cognitive Impairment and Mental Illness, Disease and Conditions, Rehabilitation and Restorative Care, Death and Dying, Vocabulary and Abbreviations. After the student has successfully completed all of the program requirements he or she will receive a Certificate of Completion from Chicago’s Pulse and be able to sit for the State exam.
Requirements
This short term, intensive program meets the requirements as defined by ISBE and IDPH. It focuses on preparing students for the Illinois State Nurse Assistant Competency Evaluation Testing, as well as develop skills, attitudes and behaviors necessary for competent care giving.
After completing the course, participants will be able to recognize the importance of the CNA role in improving the quality of life for people in the healthcare system.
After passing the State’s Certification Examination, the graduate becomes a Certified Nurse Assistant as defined under state and federal laws under IDPH.
Requirements for Admission: (Refer to list of Required Documents & Supplies under course catalog)
- Physical Exam
- TB Clearance
- Picture ID
- Criminal Background Check
- Valid Social Security Number
Applicants must have a high school diploma or its equivalent.
Our Program
We at Chicago’s Pulse, employ high quality instructors specializing in offering instructional lessons based on your needs. Our facility offers an atmosphere that motivates our participants to learn and enjoy themselves while completing the Basic Nurse Assistant Training Program. This program meets the requirements as defined by ISBE and IDPH.
Our program provides classroom, laboratory and supervised clinical training in the basic fundamentals of safe and knowledgeable care giving. We have a full simulation lab at our facility in order to prepare our students for their required clinical training at one of our nursing home clinical sites. A Basic Nurse Assistant Training Program is for students or individuals who need direct patient care, experience as an admission requirement for a higher level health care program, or for individuals who wish to expand their interest in health care as a career.
Take a Class!
Interested in taking a class at our facility? Simply call our office or stop by in person and pick up a full course catalog for our Basic Nurse Assistant Training Program.
Our Course Catalog outlines the entire Admissions process and clarifies any questions regarding tuition, requirements, policies, procedures, and guidelines used for our program.
Our staff would be happy to assist you Monday through Friday from 9am-5pm.
We look forward to assisting your pursuit of a Health Care Career!
Other courses offered at our facility:
American Heart Association CPR, BLS, First Aid, ACLS and PALS