FAQs
Why should I become a State Tested Nurse Assistant?
You should become a STNA if you have a big heart. You should become a STNA if you are considering a career in nursing or patient care. Many nursing schools require you to be on the STNA registry before starting classes. STNAs have many paths to areas such as physical therapy, healthcare administration, or social work. STNAs play a critical role on the nursing team. They are considered the eyes and ears of nurses. They provide hands on care and assist with activities of daily living.
What is included with my tuition?
Your tuition includes the course and materials, workbook and your state test.
When can I start STNA class?
Classes start every 3 or 4 weeks. Click here to see what class dates are available.
How can I register?
Click here to register. There is a $300.00 non-refundable “Save my seat” fee that is applied to your tuition.
Where will I find employment?
As an ACERT graduate you are ready to work as a home health aide or a nurse aide in assisted living. After passing your state test, you will be an STNA. STNAs primarily work in long term care, rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-acute care facilities, as well as hospitals. Agencies are a great place to start as well!
We regularly have more requests for STNAs than we have students. You will not have any problem finding employment as an STNA. We will help you find the best place for you.
Visit our STNA Positions page for current STNA openings in the Miami Valley.
What offences may disqualify me from becoming an STNA?
A list of disqualifying offences can be found in the Ohio Revised Code. http://codes.ohio.gov/oac/3701-13-05