North Shore Health is offering a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Education Program September 1st- November 20th 2026 allowing participants to start their health care career journey right here in Cook County. This program provides a comprehensive, Minnesota Department of Health-approved curriculum designed to prepare learners for safe, person-centered care in long-term care, assisted living, and healthcare settings.

This blended hybrid learning program includes 35 hours of online instruction on the Aging Services industry and all aspects of CNA training using the OnTrack Curriculum. It also includes two in‑person proctored exams, 24 hours of in‑person skills lab instruction taught by a Registered Nurse, and 16 hours of clinical experience providing direct patient care under Registered Nurse supervision at North Shore Living Care Center.

Tuition Options:

·         Option 1: (2 seats available) $1650 straight pay with no promise to work

·         Option 2: Sign a promissory note- NSH pays your tuition, test fees and ensures your program completion, you agree to work 1000 paid hours in the North Shore Living Care Center.

Deadline for application is Monday August 24 2026, apply online at https://www.northshorehealthgm.org/careers. Reach out to Meghan Flynn, Education Coordinator at NSH, for questions: [email protected] or 218-387-3295.

About North Shore Health
North Shore Health is dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centered healthcare to the communities of Cook County and the surrounding region. With a focus on access, continuity, and local delivery of care, North Shore Health partners with leading clinical organizations to ensure residents receive the services they need close to home.