Program Overview
The Nursing Assistant program is designed to prepare individuals to administer patient care as members of a nursing team in hospitals, nursing homes, home health agencies, and other extended care facilities. The nursing assistant course consists of 163 hours of theory, laboratory and clinical content. The course is approved by the Illinois Department of Public Health. Only PNUR 1438 is required to take the Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program (NATCEP) exam. Successful completion of the NATCEP exam may be required for employment.
All courses must be completed with a grade of C or better.
Additional Program Information
Each student in this program must have a physical exam, criminal background check without any disqualifying convictions and a negative drug screen.
For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program, and other important information, please visit www.kcc.edu/gainfulemployment/.
Program Eligibility
Program eligibility/application process - Consult this information for steps to apply and enroll in a health program, deadlines, eligibility worksheets, and essential physical capabilities and functions.
Program Requirements
Major courses
Consult an advisor or the course description for requirements to enroll in PNUR 1438.
Total Credit Hours: 16-20
Program Cost
| Minimum credit hours required for completion: |
16 |
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| Tuition and fees - $147.00 per credit hour |
$147.00 |
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$2,352.00 |
| Course Fees: |
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BIOL 1564 |
Intro to Anatomy & Physiology1 |
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20.00 |
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PNUR 1438 |
Nursing Assistant |
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110.00 |
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130.00 |
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130.00 |
| Books: |
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BIOL 1564 |
Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology1 |
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426.40 |
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MATH 1414 |
Basic Algebra |
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248.05 |
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PNUR 1438 |
Nursing Assistant |
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189.20 |
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863.65 |
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863.65 |
| Uniform: |
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Unisex scrub top with pocket * |
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27.95 |
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Unisex white pants (Skirt is optional) * |
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16.95 |
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White nursing shoes ** |
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54.00 |
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Wrist watch with second hand * |
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29.95 |
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Clinical Badge (1st free, Replacement-$5) |
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0.00 |
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128.85 |
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128.85 |
| Additional Program Costs: |
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NATCEP Exam (upon course completion) |
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67.00 |
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Background Check and Drug Screening |
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68.00 |
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Physical Examination/Tests/Etc. |
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280.00 |
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415.00 |
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415.00 |
| TOTAL |
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$3,889.50 |
| 1 May take BIOL 2644 (Anatomy & Physiology I) and BIOL 2654 (Anatomy & Physiology II) instead of BIOL 1564. The course fee is $25 for each course. The same textbook is used for both courses. The cost is $447.85. |
| * Available at the Hammes Bookstore or other area retailers |
| ** Prices for shoes and watch vary depending on where they are purchased. |
| All prices are subject to change. Please visit Hammes Bookstore for the most up-to-date textbook prices. |
Gainful Employment
The U.S. Department of Education requires colleges and universities to disclose certain information for any financial aid eligible program that, “prepares students for gainful employment in a recognized occupation.” Review the GE disclosure for the Nursing Assistant certificate.
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