Blessings Healthcare Career Academy offers a six-week Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program designed to prepare students for a rewarding career in healthcare. The program provides a comprehensive education in patient care, combining classroom instruction and hands-on clinical training to ensure students are well-equipped to meet the demands of the profession.
Program Structure
The CNA training program consists of 120 hours:
- Classroom and Lab Hours: 80 hours covering foundational skills like infection control, feeding assistance, ADL care, vital signs, and observing resident rights.
- Clinical Hours: 40 hours of hands-on training at an off-site clinical location, working directly with real patients under supervision.
The curriculum also includes performance objectives such as understanding long-term care settings, legal and ethical behavior, and emergency response. Students graduate with the skills to work in hospitals, nursing homes, hospice care, and home health settings.
Schedule Options
The program accommodates students with two schedule options:
- Day Classes: Monday–Thursday, 8:00 AM–12:45 PM; Clinicals on Fridays from 7:00 AM–3:45 PM.
- Afternoon Classes: Monday–Thursday, 1:00 PM–5:15 PM; Clinicals on Fridays or Saturdays, 7:00 AM–3:45 PM.
Both schedules span a 6-week period and require a total commitment of 25 days.
Cost Breakdown
The total tuition and fees amount to $2,500, covering all required materials and services:
- Tuition: $1,395
- Registration Fee: $150
- Textbook: $100
- Workbook: $50
- Lab Fee: $550
- CPR Certification: $65
- Biometric Background Check: $55
- National Exam Fee: $85
Admission Requirements
To enroll, students must meet the following prerequisites:
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Provide a high school diploma or GED.
- Submit a government-issued ID and Social Security card.
- Pass a PPD test or provide a negative chest X-ray.
- Complete an enrollment agreement.
Graduation and Certification
Students who complete all coursework with a passing grade will receive a certificate of completion and be eligible to sit for the Illinois state certification exam. Graduates can expect job opportunities in long-term care facilities, hospitals, assisted living centers, and more.
Why Choose Blessings Healthcare Career Academy?
With flexible class schedules, small class sizes, a somewhat accelerated program, relatively affordable cost, and high-quality hands-on clinical training, Blessings is a great option for those located on Chicago’s South Side.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Cost | $2,500 |
| Duration | 6 weeks |
| Class Schedules | Day: Mon–Thu 8:00 AM–12:45 PM, Fri 7:00 AM–3:45 PM Afternoon: Mon–Thu 1:00 PM–5:15 PM, Fri/Sat 7:00 AM–3:45 PM |
| Online Classes? | No |
| Requirements | 18 years old, high school diploma or GED, government-issued ID, Social Security card, PPD test or chest X-ray, enrollment agreement |
| Address | 200 East 75th Street – Ste 200, Chicago, IL |
| Phone | 872-231-4100 |
| info@blessingshealthcarecareeracademy.org | |
| Website | Blessings Healthcare Career Academy |
Student Testimonials
Highly recommend! Staff is patient, friendly and very professional. The office is neat, sterile and quiet. We had two children for physicals and still managed to have a quick and timely visit. We’re not going anywhere else but here next time. Plus they accept Medicaid and without it their cost is extremely low and very reasonable. You can’t beat it.
d Dwayne Sampson mclemore
I attended the 6-week CNA program my experience was wonderful. Tanya and Lisa are extremely understanding and supportive, as well as the other staff members. I definitely learned a lot and would recommend this program if you’re looking to become a CNA. It is definitely and amazing opportunity.
LifeAsPearl
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