STNA TRAINING

Course Description

A 75 hour state course covering the Basic Skills relating to: Personal Care, Mental Health, Social Service, Basic Restorative, Services, Resident’s Rights, and Communication and Interpersonal Skills, and much more is covered in the course. In order To receive a Certificate of Completion, it is necessary for the the student to pass the required exams with a score of 70% or greater which demonstrates proficiency in all skills taught in the course. The student must also complete 16 hours of mandatory hands-on clinical in a long term care facility.

Admission Guidelines

A Diploma or GED is required, and a potential candidate for the STNA course must be able to read and perform basic math skills. A Candidate must be at least 18 years old in order to begin training. Good physical health exam required, TB test, Vaccine consent, and a background check must be submitted before the first day of class.

Role of Nurse Aide

The Nurse Aide is a crucial member of any care team. They are instrumental in providing patients with the needed basic / personal care, as well as providing genuine emotional and physical support during a patients time of need.

Uniform Requirement

STNA Class – Any classroom appropriate clothing can be worn.

CLINICAL – White scrub top. White scrub pants, and name badge.

Appropriate undergarments must be worn that cannot be see through. Student must be clean, neat, and professional looking at all times.

** Any student not dressed appropriately will be sent home. (No exceptions).

Attendance

·  THE LENGTH OF THE PROGRAM REQUIRES 100% ATTENDANCE FOR COURSE COMPLETION.

· CLINICALS CANNOT BE MADE UP UNTIL THERE IS SPACE AND AVAILABILITY IN THE NEXT SCHEDULED CLASS.

· A STUDENT MORE THAN 15 MINUTES LATE FOR CLASS WILL BE COUNTED AS ABSENT AND THAT DAY MUST BE MADE UP.

· IF LATE FOR CLINICAL, STUDENTS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED ON THE FACILITY FLOOR. NO EXCEPTIONS NEED TO RECSHEDULE

CELL PHONES ARE PROHIBITED ON THE CLASSROOM

RECORDING AND/OR VIDEOTAPING ANY PORTION OF THIS PROGRAM IS PROHIBITED.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do I do once I have completed the course?

You will receive your certificate of completion for nurse assistant training and you will be eligible to register for the Ohio State Test.

Are the class times flexible?

No.

What happens if I miss a day?

We have a 100% attendance policy. e Program Coordinator. For catastrophic events Contact the proctorville office for a copy of the Transfer Policy.