Lakeside Health Institute
Who We Are
Lakeside Health Institute was founded to make high-quality healthcare education accessible, especially in underserved communities. Our founder, a Registered Nurse (RN) who began her journey as a CNA and LPN, along with experience as a CPR instructor and clinical research professional, built the school to overcome the barriers students face, offering flexible, tech-forward education.
Lakeside Health Institute was established as more than just a school, it is a mission-driven institution designed to create meaningful change in the lives of aspiring healthcare professionals. The vision behind its founding stems from a deep commitment to increasing access to quality healthcare education, particularly for those from underserved backgrounds. The founder of Lakeside Health Institute began her healthcare career as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and advanced to become a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Registered Nurse (RN), CPR instructor, and clinical research professional.
Through these experiences, she witnessed firsthand the barriers many aspiring healthcare professionals face, such as financial limitations, limited access to resources, and inflexible program structures. Guided by advanced education at the master’s level in nursing, she established Lakeside Health Institute to create accessible, modern pathways into the healthcare workforce while preparing compassionate and highly skilled professionals to serve their communities.
Lakeside Health Institute is not only focused on access and equity, but also on modernizing the nursing school experience. With the needs of adult learners and working individuals in mind, the institute offers hybrid and accelerated program options. These flexible formats integrate technology, virtual simulation, and streamlined pathways to help students advance their careers without compromising quality or hands-on learning.
Our Programs
BASIC NURSING ASSISTANT TRAINING (CNA)
(4-WEEKS)
Tuition: $1,999
- The Basic Nursing Assistant Training Program (BNATP) at Lakeside Health Institute, Inc. is a comprehensive, state-approved program designed to prepare students to provide quality care in a variety of healthcare settings. This 4-week program consists of 120 total clock hours, including 40 clinical hours, and complies with the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) regulations for Nursing Assistant Training.
- 4-Week Fast Track Format
- Prepares You for Illinois CNA Certification
- Built for First-Time Healthcare Workers
PRACTICAL NURSING (LPN)
(11 MONTHS)
Tuition: $23,999
- The Practical Nursing (LPN) Program at Lakeside Health Institute is a 1080 clock hour, 11-month hybrid program designed to prepare students for a successful career as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
This comprehensive program blends online theory instruction with hands-on lab training, clinical experiences, and virtual simulations, ensuring students develop both the knowledge and real-world skills required in today’s healthcare environment.
The curriculum is delivered across four structured terms and is fully approved by the Illinois Board of Higher Education (IBHE) and the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR). Students will gain competency in essential nursing areas including fundamentals of nursing, pharmacology, medical-surgical nursing, maternal and pediatric care, mental health, and NCLEX preparation.
Throughout the program, students engage in:
- Interactive online coursework for flexibility and accessibility
- In-person lab and skills training for clinical competency
- Supervised clinical rotations in healthcare settings
- Virtual simulation experiences to enhance clinical judgment
Upon successful completion of the program, graduates are eligible to sit for the NCLEX-PN® licensure examination, the national board exam required to become a Licensed Practical Nurse.
At Lakeside Health Institute, we are committed to preparing confident, competent, and compassionate nurses who are ready to meet the demands of the healthcare field.
School Code: US111600
Our Mission:
- Equitable Access to Education
- Innovative Technology Integration
- Targeted Workforce Development
- Clear and Supportive Career Pathways
- Cultural Competency in Patient Care
- Commitment to Health Equity
- Collaborative Community and Industry Partnerships
- Sustainable Practices for Long-Term Impact
- Trauma-Informed Care
Our Promise:
- To Train Those That Heal.
- To Heal Those In Need.
- To Create Lanes of Access, Equity, and Excellence In Healthcare.
Contact Us:
- 872-205-3196
- admissions@lakesidehealth.institute
- 9400 S. Cicero Ave., Room GL-045, Oak Lawn, IL 60453
Lakeside Health Institute, Inc. is not accredited by a US Department of Education recognized accrediting body. Lakeside Health Institute, Inc. is approved by the Division of Private Business and Vocational Schools of the Illinois Board of Higher Education, Illinois Department of Public Health, and Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation.
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- 872-205-3196
- info@lakesidehealth.institute
- 9400 S. Cicero Ave., GL-045, Oak Lawn, IL 60453