Can you get your CNA with a felony in Illinois?

There are many variables and considerations that are taken into account. I would recommend you contact the state Board of Nursing. I would do this before you start the program. It is possible for individuals to finish the program and be denied a license. Some will not even let individuals take the NCLEX exam. Some have obtained a license but have a very difficult time finding a facility that will hire them. This is not an uncommon situation, but the decision lies with the state Board on Nursing and there are

• as I stated in the above - a number of variables they take into

consideration. For example the type of felony, the length of time since the felony, etc.