CNA Steps to Apply

Each applicant must pass the Health Occupations assessment at the pre-determined level. This test will be administered in the Testing Center here on campus or at the Hoopeston Higher Learning Center. Please call 217-443-8708 to schedule an appointment or an appointment may be made online through the DACC website. Tests are generally given on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30 am and at 1:00 pm. Can be flexible, if need be. If you wish to take the entrance exam at Hoopeston Higher Learning Center please call 217-283-4171 to schedule an appointment.

• Eighth grade reading level (score of 236 or higher)
• Eighth grade Math level (score of 8 or higher)

An application package must be completed with all supporting materials attached:

• 2-Step Tuberculosis
• Physical - (Using form attached to application)
• Proof of Covid vaccine
• Negative Drug Test - Drug test must be ordered using the following link. Or you can request the link by emailing nursing@dacc.edu.

All of the applications must be filled out with required attachments or the application is void.