BNA Fundamentals and Clinical, Basic Certificate
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MXProgram Code: 0801
This Illinois Department of Public Health approved certificate program for Basic Nursing Assistant (BNA) prepares students to work in the health care industry as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). Students will be introduced to the discipline of nursing and the basic approaches to patient care. The role of the CNA as an assistant to the licensed nurse and member of the health care team is studied and practiced in the classroom, laboratory and clinical setting. Upon successful completion of all components of the program, the graduate must pass the State competency exam to become certified as a Nursing Assistant in the State of Illinois.
This selective admissions program requires students to submit a separate application or to take additional action before enrolling.
For further information about the BNA Program at Malcolm X College, visit the program's webpage.
Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Program Core | ||
| STHLTH 624 | BNA Fundamentals/Clinical | 8 |
| Total Hours | 8 | |
Pathway
This is an example course sequence for students interested in earning a Basic Certificate in Basic Nursing Assistant. If this pathway is followed as outlined, you will earn a Basic Certificate (BC). It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability.
Semester-by-Semester Program Plan for Full-Time Students
| Semester 1 | Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| STHLTH 624 | BNA Fundamentals/Clinical | 8 |
| Hours | 8 | |
| Total Hours | 8 | |
Choose your courses with your College Advisor.
Admissions Requirements
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Eligible for ENGLISH 96 Aligned Reading and Composition and READING 125 Developmental Reading Skills II
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Eligible for MATH 98 Beginning Algebra with Geometry or higher
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Submit completed medical examination documentation
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Submit official/sealed college transcripts to Malcolm X College Registrar's Office (required). Official transcripts located at another CCC campus will not transfer to the Malcolm X College Registrar’s Office. Please allow yourself extra time, as international transcripts take longer to receive.
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It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that all submitted transcripts have been evaluated and posted by a CCC Registrar (or their designee) on the student's PeopleSoft academic history.