Do you think that in Illinois it is impossible to find a medical career that you can train for in just a few weeks? If you are among the people who think this way, we are happy to announce that you are wrong! Not only are CNA programs incredibly short, a CNA certificate will also allow you to obtain employment in the medical sector easily because of the high demand of CNAs throughout the United States.
- CNA Certification Requirements in Illinois
- How to Get Your CNA Certification in Illinois
- How to Verify Your CNA Certification in Illinois
- How to Renew Your CNA Certification in Illinois
- How to Reinstate Your CNA Certification in Illinois
- How to Transfer Your CNA Certification from Illinois to Another State
- Illinois Nurse Aide Registry
- State-Approved CNA Programs in Illinois
CNA Certification Requirements in Illinois
To obtain CNA certification in Illinois, you must meet one of the following requirements:
- Complete a state-approved training program
- Complete a nursing arts course
- Complete a U.S. military training program with nurse aide training included
- Foreign LPN/RN training with all documents translated into English
- And pass a written competency test.
You can also obtain the certification by being competent on another state’s registry for CNAs.
How to Get Your CNA Certification in Illinois
Prior to taking your nursing aide competency exam, you will need to submit to a background check. With a clear background check and passing score on the exam, the testing center will send your score to the Illinois Healthcare Worker Registry. At this point, the Registry will add your name to their list of active nursing aides in the state.
How to Verify Your CNA Certification in Illinois
At times, you or your employer may need to check your CNA certification status in Illinois. When that happens, go to the Illinois Department of Public Health website and search for “CNA certification verification.” Next, click on "Health Care Worker Registry." Finally, on "Search the Health Care Worker Registry." This will take you to the CNA verification tool.
How to Renew Your CNA Certification in Illinois
Illinois requires its CNAs to renew their certifications every two years. The Department of Public Health will send you a renewal form several weeks before your certification's expiration date. You must fill this form out and submit it back to the Department to renew your certification.
How to Reinstate Your CNA Certification in Illinois
In Illinois, you must reinstate your CNA certification if you fail to provide nursing or related services for pay for a period of 24 consecutive months. Reinstatement involves passing a manual skills test and then passing the written competency test. An acceptable score on both tests will make you eligible for reinstatement.
How to Transfer Your CNA Certification from Illinois to Another State
The first thing you need to do to transfer your CNA certification from Illinois to a different state is to locate your new state's CNA regulatory agency. You can do this on the National Council of State Boards of Nursing website. Once you locate your new state's CNA regulatory agency, you must contact them to learn about any unique transfer requirements they may have for CNA certifications.
Illinois Nurse Aide Registry
If you have additional questions, contact the Illinois Nurse Aide Registry at:
Illinois Department of Public Health
Health Care Worker Registry
525 W Jefferson St, Springfield, IL 62761
Phone: (844) 789-3676
Fax: (217) 524-0137
Registry Search Link
State-Approved CNA Programs in Illinois
The first step to beginning your exciting new career involves finding an accredited school. The following institutions in Illinois should do it for you:
