Joliet, IL
Joliet Junior College
Certified Nurse Assistant (NA 101)
Location
Joliet, IL
Duration
1 semester (154 hours)
State Required Hours
120 hours
- Address
1215 Houbolt Road
Joliet, IL 60431
- Phone
- (815) 280-2336
About This Program
Joliet Junior College's Certified Nurse Assistant program (NA 101) is approved by the Illinois Department of Public Health and exceeds IDPH minimum classroom, lab, and clinical hours with 154 hours of total instruction. Coursework follows IDPH standards covering HIPAA, infection prevention, activities of daily living, patient transfers, dementia care, and specimen collection, with clinical rotations in long-term care settings. Graduates earn the Nurse Assistant Certificate of Completion and qualify to sit for the Illinois Nurse Aide Competency Exam.
Location & Directions
1215 Houbolt Road, Joliet, IL 60431
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 Joliet Junior College include?
Joliet Junior College's Certified Nurse Assistant program (NA 101) is approved by the Illinois Department of Public Health and exceeds IDPH minimum classroom, lab, and clinical hours with 154 hours of total instruction. The program is located at 1215 Houbolt Road, Joliet, IL 60431. For the current curriculum, admission requirements, and start dates, call (815) 280-2336 or visit https://jjc.edu/choose-your-path/health-public-safety-human-services/certified-nurse-assistant.
How much does Joliet Junior College cost?
Joliet Junior College has not published a flat tuition figure on this directory; pricing for the certified nurse assistant (na 101) depends on residency, financial aid, and any employer sponsorships. Call (815) 280-2336 or visit the program website at https://jjc.edu/choose-your-path/health-public-safety-human-services/certified-nurse-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 Joliet Junior College?
The certified nurse assistant (na 101) at Joliet Junior College is structured as 1 semester (154 hours). Illinois requires 120 hours of state-approved training, so this program meets or exceeds the state minimum. Contact the program at (815) 280-2336 for current cohort start dates and schedule options.
How do I apply or contact Joliet Junior College?
Call Joliet Junior College directly at (815) 280-2336 or visit https://jjc.edu/choose-your-path/health-public-safety-human-services/certified-nurse-assistant. The program is located at 1215 Houbolt Road, Joliet, IL 60431. 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 Joliet Junior College?
Before enrolling at Joliet Junior College, 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 Joliet?
Yes. In addition to Joliet Junior College in Joliet, our directory includes CNA training programs in Chicago, Belleville, Rockford, Peoria. 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.