Certified Nursing Assistant Schools in Carbondale, IL

Updated February 20, 2026 Table of Contents

Compare certified nursing assistant programs in Carbondale, Illinois. Use this page to compare local programs, review typical training formats, and find nearby schools. Program availability, admissions requirements, costs, and outcomes vary by school, contact schools directly to confirm details.

Certified Nursing Assistant Schools Near Carbondale, IL

#1

John A Logan College

Carterville, IL 7.6 miles away BOC Score 51.1
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $4,630
  • Out-of-state tuition: $7,540
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 43%
  • Programs offered: 61
  • Annual completions: 779
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#2

Shawnee Community College

Ullin, IL 32.6 miles away BOC Score 51.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 41
  • Annual completions: 611
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#3

Rend Lake College

Ina, IL 32.7 miles away BOC Score 45.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 63
  • Annual completions: 1,101

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#4

Southeast Missouri Hospital College of Nursing and Health Sciences

Cape Girardeau, MO 33.9 miles away BOC Score 77.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 11
  • Annual completions: 40
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#5

Southeastern Illinois College

Harrisburg, IL 38.1 miles away BOC Score 37.2
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 32
  • Annual completions: 403

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#6

Career Center of Southern Illinois

Red Bud, IL 53.9 miles away BOC Score 53.1
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 4
  • Annual completions: 112

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#7

West Kentucky Community and Technical College

Paducah, KY 55.5 miles away BOC Score 56.9
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 59
  • Annual completions: 3,263
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#8

Kaskaskia College

Centralia, IL 58.1 miles away BOC Score 54.8
Tuition
  • In-state tuition: $4,800
  • Out-of-state tuition: $12,570
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Key stats
  • Graduation rate: 49%
  • Programs offered: 75
  • Annual completions: 1,332
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#9

Southwestern Illinois College

Belleville, IL 66.8 miles away BOC Score 49.6
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 83
  • Annual completions: 3,390
  • Online programs available

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

#10

St Louis College of Health Careers-St Louis

Saint Louis, MO 84.4 miles away BOC Score 40.0
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Key stats
  • Programs offered: 7
  • Annual completions: 72

Source: IPEDSCollege ScorecardACCSC

Illinois Certified Nursing Assistant Salary Snapshot

Illinois
Illinois Median Pay $45,960 $22.10 per hour
U.S. Median Pay $42,260 $20.32 per hour
Data Year: 2025 SOC: 31-1131 Source: BLS OEWS

What to Compare (Quick Checklist)

  • State-mandated clinical hours and where clinicals take place
  • Nurse aide competency exam prep and school pass rates
  • Background check and immunization requirements
  • Clinical facility types (hospital, long-term care, home health)
  • State registry application process and renewal schedule

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Career Overview

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