Nursing Assistant Education Certificate FAQ
- How do I enroll in the Nursing Assistant Education course?
If you haven't taken a class at MCC before, you must first apply to the College.
- 招生和学术规划
- 审查 Basic Nursing Assistant (NAE100) course availability
- 审查 the list of requirements (和 their deadlines) 那 must be completed before the first day of class.
- 看到 placement 测试 requirements 和 course prerequisites below
- How old do I have to be to take this course?
You must be 16 years old by the course completion date 和 have a minimum of an eighth grade education to take this class.
- 我需要参加分班考试吗?
Per the NAE department course prerequisites, you must have one of the following:
- an ®行动 Reading 测试 score of 18 or higher
- a 坐在® Evidence-Based Reading 和 Writing 测试 score of 320 or higher
- an ACCUPLACER® Reading Placement 测试 226分及以上
- or proof 那 you earned a grade of “C” or higher in MCC's course, 英格 151.
The ACCCUPLACER® Reading Placement 测试 can be taken in the 测试中心. 看到 检测中心信息
- Do I need to have a physical exam or proof of any immunizations?
You must present proof of a physical exam completed no sooner than 30 days before the class start date,使用 Basic Nursing Assistant Medical Form, which states there are no restrictions 那 would interfere with your ability to complete the practical portion of this class, 还有两步曼图 TB 测试. The Mantoux TB 测试s are offered at the TB Clinic in Woodstock for a reasonable fee. Moderate to heavy physical activities will be required in the clinical setting.
- Will I incur any costs besides my tuition 和 fees when I take this course?
You will be expected to have a uniform, white shoes 和 a watch with a sweep second h和 for the clinical experience. Uniform specifics will be provided on the first day of class. 成本应低于30美元.
To become a Certified Nursing Assistant in the state of Illinois, you must take the Illinois Nursing Assistant Certification Exam (INACE). INACE的成本约为70美元. Your instructor will assist you with information regarding the exam.
- Do I need a criminal background check to enroll?
Yes, please type your information in the Health Care Worker Background Check form, print it, sign it, 和 return it to MCC, E212 according to the scheduled due date. The easiest way to fill in this form online is to open the form in Internet Explorer or Chrome.
请注意 we will not accept h和written forms.
- Do I need a 社会保障卡 to enroll?
No. The Illinois Administrative Code requires students to have a 社会保障卡 or an ITIN (Individual Taxpayer Identification Number) to become a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). 申请 社会保障卡, you must have work-authorized immigration status or be a U.S. 公民.
- What's the typical salary for a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in McHenry County?
A certified CNA can expect an entry-level salary of $12 to $14 per hour. CNAs are qualified to seek jobs in hospitals, 临终关怀中心, 家庭护理, 医生的办公室, walk-in clinics 和 day care facilities.
- Does MCC offer any other health-related career training?
学生 interested in continuing their studies in healthcare can check out MCC's workforce training for healthcare careers 或联络 咨询和转学中心, located in A257, at (815) 479-7565.
- How can I learn more about the State Competency Exam?
访问 Illinois Nurse Aide Testing Program 了解更多关于cna的信息.