Nurse Assistant, Certificate of Completion

You only need to take one course (NA 101) to earn a Nurse Assistant Certificate of Completion.
In this 6-credit hour course, you will:
- learn basic nursing skills
- receive hands-on skills via simulation labs
- get supervised clinical experience
- prepare to become a nursing assistant
After completing this program, you will be eligible to take the State of Illinois Nurse Aide Competency Exam (INACE).
- When you pass the state exam, your name will be added to the Healthcare Worker Registry.
- You can seek employment in:
  - long term health care facilities
  - hospitals
  - home care agencies
Want to continue your education? You can use this certificate toward JJC’s nursing degree or certificate of achievement.

Completion Guide

For advisor information and a sample schedule by semester, view our completion guide.