Frequently Asked Questions
What is hybrid/blended learning?
- Classroom portion is delivered online.
- Clinical and lab skills training are completed in person at a provider facility or lab.
What technologies are required?
- The online program is web based and accessible through smart phones, tablets, laptops, and personal computers.
- Web browser is required (Chrome or Firefox preferred).
- Internet connection is required.
How do I know this is a legitimate course?
- Course content is based on the American Health Care Association’s (AHCA) renowned HOW TO BE A NURSE ASSISTANT curriculum.
- Each course is approved in each state where required.
- AHCA has provided LTC nurse assistant training curriculum for more than 35 years.
What is AHCA?
- AHCA is the American Health Care Association, the nation’s largest association of long term, assisted living, and post-acute care providers.
- AHCA advocates for quality care and services for frail, elderly, and disabled Americans.
How are clinical skills completed?
- Clinical skills instruction and training is completed in an approved clinical lab setting.
- A clinical lab setting may be a facility that meets regulatory guidelines or non-facility training labs.
How are assignments turned in and quizzes/ tests completed?
- All student work is submitted online.
- The program’s system tracks detailed analytics on student activity
Are exams included that prepare students for the state test?
The program includes end of chapter tests, study quizzes, definition quizzes, a practice exam, final exam, and quizzes focused on lab skills to fully prepare students to pass the state test.
Who assists students with scheduling their state test?
Onsite instructors complete final skills check-offs and coordinate the exam scheduling and registration based on testing locations.
How many theory training hours are in the course?
The course is customized to meet state-specific regulations.
How are calendars developed for each class?
An individual calendar is developed for each class based on facility needs.
How is in-person training scheduled?
Instructors coordinate this for each class/group with guidelines provided directly from the course lesson plan.
Can I see each student’s progress in the program?
Yes, instructors, preceptors, and authorized administrative personnel can review student results and data analytics.
Is my state approved to use this course?
- CNAonline is approved in numerous states and is actively pursuing licensing in others.
- AHCA affiliates partner with CNAonline to facilitate the approval process.
- To apply for a facility-based training program, each facility must designate a training site and onsite instructor.
How can the course be tailored to each state’s specifications?
- The curriculum is crosswalked to the state specific requirements.
- For states that require content that exceeds the federal regulations, additional content can be added to meet state specific requirements.
What are the requirements to be a qualified onsite instructor?
- Instructor qualifications are based on federal and state specific requirements.
- Some states require additional training, such as a Train the Trainer course.
- CNAonline requires each on-site instructor to review a training video on how to use Canvas software to enter lab skills in the course.
Will the facility have to identify an onsite instructor?
- Each class requires an onsite instructor that meets that state’s requirements.
- On-site instructors can be employed at the facility or a contracted individual.
How much does the course cost?
- Facility-based training is $700 per student (minimum 3 students).
- Volume-based discounts available.
- Costs include all course materials (HOW TO BE A NURSE ASSISTANT e-book and online instructor fees).
- The facility or organization hosting the course provides the onsite instructor.
Is the state testing fee included in the course cost?
No, testing requires a separate fee per student and is determined by each testing entity.
Can I run a class for just two students?
- Yes, an additional charge will be assessed for classes under three students.
- Preferred class size is 5-10 students.