Help picking out a CNA program?

I am looking to start a CNA program in Chicago. Two that I'm really looking at are Samland Institute of Allied health and technology and the other is called Paragon Health services.

First of all, has anyone here gone through these programs?

Second, what kind of info should I get in order to make an informed decision? Here is what I know so far:


Samland

$600 - doesn't inclue uniform or state test, but includes everything else. Meets Mon-Thurs 5- 9 45, clinicals Sat 7- 3 30.




Great paragon

$815- covers all fees including state test and background check. Meets Mon-Wed 4 30-10. Clinicals sat 7- 3 30

I'm not sure if there are factors about these programs that will effect my hirablity? Will I be more hirable if I go to one over the other? What are the factors that would determine this?

According to Illinois Nurse Aide Testing both programs are approved by the illinois department of health, but how do I know its a trustworthy site? How do I find out for sure?

Any and all input on how to make this decision easier would be great! Thank you in advance!

If you checked on the IDPH (IL Dept. Public Health) site, then it sounds good to me. Here is a link: Illinois Department of Public Health Nurse Aide Registry

Have you checked into any of the Community Colleges in Chicago, or the suburbs?

Ask for their metrics on job placement for their past graduates.
This can give you a good measure of their quality.