Illinois Central College
5407 North University Street
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Program
- Duration:
- 1 semester
- Cost:
- $1,169
- Phone:
- (309) 690-7530
CNA Classes in Peoria, IL
1 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training program in Peoria. Tuition ranges from $1,169. Illinois requires 120 hours of training and uses Southern Illinois University Carbondale (SIUC) — Illinois Nurse Aide Testing for the competency exam.
Programs in Peoria
1
Tuition Range
$1,169
State Required Hours
120 hours
Exam Vendor
Southern Illinois University Carbondale (SIUC) — Illinois Nurse Aide Testing
All CNA Programs in Peoria
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.
Frequently Asked Questions: CNA Training in Peoria
How many CNA training programs are available in Peoria, IL?
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Our directory lists 1 state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training program in Peoria, IL. All programs must meet Illinois's minimum of 120 hours and prepare graduates to sit for the Southern Illinois University Carbondale (SIUC) — Illinois Nurse Aide Testing competency exam.
How much does CNA training cost in Peoria?
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Published tuition for CNA programs in Peoria ranges from $1,169. Illinois Central College lists the lowest tuition at $1,169. Total out-of-pocket cost also includes the state exam fee ($85 for the initial exam (retake also $85; no-show reschedule $55)), background check, and uniforms.
How do I become a CNA in Peoria, IL?
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To work as a CNA in Peoria, you must meet a Illinois-approved training program of at least 120 hours, pass the Southern Illinois University Carbondale (SIUC) — Illinois Nurse Aide Testing competency exam (Two-part Illinois Nurse Assistant Competency Exam: an 85-question written knowledge test (90 minutes) plus a manual skills component covering the 21 mandated nurse aide skills), and clear a Illinois Healthcare Worker Background Check Act fingerprinting. Most candidates complete the full process in 8–14 weeks (training is typically 6–10 weeks, exam and registry listing 2–4 weeks).
Are there free CNA classes in Peoria?
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No Peoria program on our directory currently advertises free tuition, but many Illinois nursing facilities pay for CNA training in exchange for a work commitment after certification. Ask local long-term care employers about employer-sponsored training programs, and check the American Red Cross and Job Corps for additional pathways.