Program
Program Length, Hours, and Required Coursework
The NATP is designed to be completed over 8 weeks and consists of 66 hours and 53 minutes of online theory and 100 hours of supervised clinical training, for a total of 166 hours and 53 minutes.
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Theory must be completed, including passing all Theory exams with a score of at least 80%, before the student is allowed to start Clinical or have any direct contact with patients.
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Clinical must be completed successfully to complete the NATP.
Grade Requirements for Passing the NATP
Theory Evaluation
The Theory portion of the NATP is broken up into modules. At the end of each module, there is a summative exam that the student must take and score at least 80% to progress to the next section and complete the Theory portion of the NATP. Students can retake the summative exam until they score at least 80%.
Students pass Theory by completing all content and passing exams with a score of at least 80%.
Clinical Evaluation
During the Clinical portion of the NATP, students have the opportunity to apply the skills learned in Theory through hands-on patient care under the supervision of the Clinical instructor. To successfully pass Clinical, students must:
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Attend 100 hours of clinical training
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Demonstrate competency in all required clinical skills as outlined in the Skills Checklist, signed off on by the instructor during return demonstrations
Clincal Site Location
Clinical Site:
Montecito Heights Healthcare & Wellness Center
4585 North Figueroa Street
Los Angeles, CA 90065
Clinical Schedule & Attendance
Clinical training requires a commitment of up to 10 hours per day plus a 30-minute lunch break. The full clinical schedule will be provided during the application process.
While schedule changes are rare, they may occur with as little as 24 hours' notice due to factors like instructor illness, facility updates, or severe weather.
Students must be flexible and prepared to adjust. All changes will be communicated via phone, text, email, and the learning management system.
Technology & Equipment Requirements
Students must have access to the following technology to participate in and complete this NATP:
Device: A desktop computer, laptop, tablet, or smartphone capable of accessing the internet and running the program's required software/platform.
Internet access: Reliable high-speed internet connection.
Operating system: A current, supported operating system (e.g., Windows, macOS, iOS, or Android).
Web browser: Current version of Google Chrome or Safari.
Webcam: A functioning camera and microphone (built-in on most tablets and smartphones, or external for desktop/laptop users).
Students who do not have access to this technology should contact the program office