The nursing programs at CAAN Academy of Nursing offer licensed practical and registered nursing degrees for all future students throughout Matteson, IL, and the surrounding areas. CAAN graduates are prepared to assume entry-level practical nursing positions in acute care, long-term care, and ambulatory care settings. Graduates of the program receive a Certificate of Completion and are eligible to apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX-PN) and seek licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
Our team strives to assist our students with extra tutoring and find financial aid to pay for tuition. We hold our students to a high standard, and students must complete an evaluation exam administered by CAAN with a passing score of 12.0. To learn more about our program, call us today at
708-983-1645.
At CAAN Academy of Nursing, we have four requirements that our students must follow before joining our program.
Prospective students are required to have before applying for admission, the following prerequisites:
The application must be completed in its entirety, including:
The entrance exam assesses your academic readiness for the practical nursing program. It's consisted of four sections: math and reading. The exam is 2 hours long. To be eligible for admission, you must achieve a cumulative score of at least 12.0 on the exam.
CAAN Academy provides quality nursing education to qualified applicants. Our program length is 63 weeks, requiring students to remain focused, driven, and dedicated to their studies. Our interview provides students and administrative the time to get to know each other and what's expected of our students.
Applicants will be notified regarding the admission status 10 days prior to their applied session.
Each student must meet the above criteria and apply them with all of the above-listed requirements. If chosen as a prospective candidate, you will interview with the committee selected for student admissions. The committee will be made up of educators, business leaders, and mentors.
All decisions made by the selection committee will be final.
*CAAN does not discriminate based on sex, race, color, religion, age, sexual orientation, national origin, or disability*
59 Weeks; 1180 Clock Hours
16 months 4-days; includes Calendar Holidays & Student Vacation Schedule
Graduates are prepared to assume entry-level practical nursing positions in acute care, extended-term care, and ambulatory care settings. At the same time, encouraged and equipped to pursue Advanced Levels of Professional Nursing Education. Graduates of the program receive a certificate of completion and are eligible to apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses (NCLEX - PN) and seek licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
Students must meet the following criteria:
Here at CAAN Academy of Nursing, we understand that financial support is what will make your educational investment in your future possible. At CAAN, we have a dedicated team here to assist you through the entire financial funding process. As an admitted student to CAAN Academy; we accept the following of financial assist options:
to complete your FAFSA application. School Code: 042428. See the "Consumer Information Disclosures" link for additional information.
(Tuition Reimbursement)
CAAN offers a variety of tuition payment plans.
Programs are approved by the Illinois State Approving Agency for the enrollment of qualified veterans or other eligible persons to receive Montgomery GI Bill education benefits.
If you have any additional questions regarding your funding options, contact our Fiscal Department. Start your nursing career. Call us today at 708-983-1645.
They truly work with and encourage their students to succeed!
- Geneva M. G.
wonderful founders, instructors, and staff. Would highly recommend.
- Shonda R.
Excellent school and wonderful staff
- Tanya W.
Love it, it was a good place to go enjoy the class would tell more people to go. It was the best thing for me in the line of work I am in, would most definitely tell everyone about it.
- Indeed User
I’m a new nursing student and so far this college is what I’m looking for. However they don’t have many free resources like a library, food court or free coping but it’s been great.
- Freshman
They truly work with and encourage their students to succeed!
- Geneva M. G.
wonderful founders, instructors, and staff. Would highly recommend.
- Shonda R.
Excellent school and wonderful staff
- Tanya W.
Love it, it was a good place to go enjoy the class would tell more people to go. It was the best thing for me in the line of work I am in, would most definitely tell everyone about it.
- Indeed User
I’m a new nursing student and so far this college is what I’m looking for. However they don’t have many free resources like a library, food court or free coping but it’s been great.
- Freshman
Phone: 708-983-1645
Fax: 708-248-5927
Email: [email protected]
Address: 4747 Lincoln Mall Dr Suite 420, Matteson, IL 60443
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