CNA Classes in Kankakee, IL
5 nurse aide training programs in the Kankakee metro area are approved by the state (Illinois Nurse Aide Testing (SIU Carbondale, list dated April 2026), in 2 cities.
Updated October 2026 · Data: Illinois Nurse Aide Testing (SIU Carbondale (April 2026), IPEDS 2023–24, BLS May 2025
- State-approved programs
- 52 cities
- Training required
- 120 hr40 clinical
- Best first-time pass rate
- 98.02%2025
- Kankakee median pay
- $37,900metro
5 state-approved CNA programs in the Kankakee area
Source: Illinois Nurse Aide Testing (SIU Carbondale, the state's exam vendor), active approved training programs, list dated April 2026. Programs are sorted by city. Call to confirm the next start date, schedule and total cost.
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Kankakee Area Career Center
PO Box 570, Bourbonnais IL 60914 · (815) 939-4971 -
Heart 2 Heart Healthcare Institute-Kankakee
900 River Place, Kankakee IL 60901 · (708) 595-5018 -
Kankakee Community College
100 College Dr., Kankakee IL 60901 · (815) 802-8828 -
Kankakee Community College - Watseka
100 College Drive, Kankakee IL 60901 · (815) 802-8828 -
Kankakee High School
1200 West Jeffery Street, Kankakee IL 60901 · (815) 933-0740
CNA Classes in Kankakee: FAQ
How many state-approved CNA programs are in the Kankakee area?
5 nurse aide training programs in the Kankakee, IL metro area are on the official Illinois list (Illinois Nurse Aide Testing (SIU Carbondale, April 2026), across 2 cities.
Which Kankakee-area CNA programs have the best pass rates?
In 2025, Kankakee Community College (98% of 101 testers), Kankakee Area Career Center (96% of 74 testers) had the highest first-time pass rates among local programs with 10 or more testers.
How much do nursing assistants make in Kankakee?
Certified Nursing Assistants in the Kankakee, IL metro earn a median $37,900 a year ($18.22/hour), per BLS May 2025 data. That compares with $45,960 statewide and $42,260 nationally.
How long does CNA training take?
Federal rules require at least 75 hours of training, including at least 16 hours of supervised practical training. Many states require more.