Belleville, IL
Southwestern Illinois College - Basic Nurse Assistant Training Program
Basic Nurse Assistant Training
Location
Belleville, IL
Duration
8 weeks
State Required Hours
120 hours
- Address
2500 Carlyle Avenue
Belleville, IL 62221
- Phone
- (618) 235-2700
About This Program
Southwestern Illinois College offers an IDPH-approved Basic Nurse Assistant Training Program at its Belleville campus in the Metro East region. The program combines classroom instruction with supervised clinical experience in long-term care facilities, and graduates are eligible to sit for the Illinois Nurse Aide Competency Evaluation to be added to the Illinois Health Care Worker Registry as Certified Nursing Assistants.
Location & Directions
2500 Carlyle Avenue, Belleville, IL 62221
Becoming a CNA in Illinois
Becoming a CNA in Illinois is a 120-hour commitment — substantially more than the federal 75-hour minimum but less than California's 160. Most candidates complete full-time Basic Nurse Assistant Training Programs (BNATPs) in 6 to 10 weeks, with the 120 hours split into 80 hours of classroom and skills-lab time and 40 hours of supervised clinical experience in a long-term care setting. The Illinois Community College Board co-approves BNATPs alongside IDPH, which means community colleges across the state run the largest network of low-cost training options — typically in the $400 to $1,200 range, with many districts offering financial aid for healthcare pathway students.
Minimum Age
16
Training Hours
120 hours
Exam Vendor
Southern Illinois University Carbondale (SIUC) — Illinois Nurse Aide Testing
Time to Cert
8–14 weeks (training is typically 6–10 weeks, exam and registry listing 2–4 weeks)
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the CNA program at Southwestern Illinois College - Basic Nurse Assistant Training Program include?
Southwestern Illinois College offers an IDPH-approved Basic Nurse Assistant Training Program at its Belleville campus in the Metro East region. The program is located at 2500 Carlyle Avenue, Belleville, IL 62221. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (618) 235-2700 or visit https://www.swic.edu/academics/programs/nursing-assistant/.
How much does Southwestern Illinois College - Basic Nurse Assistant Training Program cost?
Southwestern Illinois College - Basic Nurse Assistant Training Program has not published a flat tuition figure on this directory; pricing for the basic nurse assistant training depends on residency, financial aid, and any employer sponsorships. Call (618) 235-2700 or visit the program website at https://www.swic.edu/academics/programs/nursing-assistant/ to request the current fee schedule. For reference, total CNA training costs in Illinois generally fall in the range of $0 (employer-sponsored) to $1,500 (community college or private program).
How long is the program at Southwestern Illinois College - Basic Nurse Assistant Training Program?
The basic nurse assistant training at Southwestern Illinois College - Basic Nurse Assistant Training Program is structured as 8 weeks. Illinois requires 120 hours of state-approved training, so this program meets or exceeds the state minimum. Contact the program at (618) 235-2700 for current cohort start dates and schedule options.
How do I apply or contact Southwestern Illinois College - Basic Nurse Assistant Training Program?
Call Southwestern Illinois College - Basic Nurse Assistant Training Program directly at (618) 235-2700 or visit https://www.swic.edu/academics/programs/nursing-assistant/. The program is located at 2500 Carlyle Avenue, Belleville, IL 62221. Ask about upcoming cohort start dates, application deadlines, background-check requirements, and any scholarships or financial-aid options before enrolling.
What Illinois CNA requirements should I know before enrolling at Southwestern Illinois College - Basic Nurse Assistant Training Program?
Before enrolling at Southwestern Illinois College - Basic Nurse Assistant Training Program, make sure you meet Illinois's minimum age (16), education requirements, and background-check rules. Illinois requires 120 hours of state-approved training and uses Southern Illinois University Carbondale (SIUC) — Illinois Nurse Aide Testing for the competency exam, with most candidates reaching certification in 8–14 weeks (training is typically 6–10 weeks, exam and registry listing 2–4 weeks). See the full Illinois CNA requirements page for a complete checklist.
Are there other CNA programs near Belleville?
Yes. In addition to Southwestern Illinois College - Basic Nurse Assistant Training Program in Belleville, our directory includes CNA training programs in Chicago, Rockford. Comparing programs by location, schedule, and cost is the easiest way to find the best fit for your situation. Browse all Illinois CNA classes for the full list.