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Enrollment Requirements

To enroll, prospective students must meet the following minimum qualifications:

  • Is at least 16 years of age or older

  • Possesses a valid government-issued photo ID (e.g., CA ID, Driver's License, Passport, Permanent Resident Card)

  • Possesses a valid Social Security card

  • Is willing and able to participate in and pass a health examination, including TB testing and physical exam

  • Is willing and able to complete and pass a criminal background clearance

Eligible applicants must attend a mandatory orientation session. During the session, NATP policies and expectations will be reviewed, and students will receive access to the student handbook.

Application Process

1

Applicant reviews NATP details on the Academy of Healthcare Providers, LLC website.

2

Applicant submits a completed online NATP enrollment application.

3

The Academy of Healthcare Providers, LLC NATP conducts a phone interview with the applicant.

4

During the review of the application and phone interview, the NATP confirms the applicant meets the following minimum qualifications:

  • Is at least 16 years of age or older

  • Possesses a valid government-issued photo ID (e.g., CA ID, Driver's License, Passport, Permanent Resident Card)

  • Possesses a valid Social Security card

  • Is willing and able to participate in and pass a health examination, including TB testing and a physical exam

  • Is willing and able to complete and pass a criminal background clearance, as required by California Health and Safety Code Section 1338.5

5

Eligible applicants attend a mandatory orientation session conducted by the NATP. During this session:

  • NATP policies and expectations are reviewed

  • Students receive access to the student handbook

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Prerequisites Before Clinical and Any Patient Contact

Before beginning the Clinical portion of the NATP, and prior to any direct contact with patients, students must complete all of the following:

• Health examination, including TB testing
• Completion of all required Theory modules
• Required immunizations
• A valid Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification approved by the American Heart Association 
   or equivalent
• Criminal background clearance and Live Scan fingerprinting
• Drug and alcohol screening
 

Criminal Background Clearance

All students must complete a Live Scan fingerprint background check as required by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) prior to starting clinical training or having any direct contact with patients. This is a mandatory step to ensure eligibility for certification and placement at clinical sites.


A criminal background may impact a student's ability to participate in clinical training or become certified as a Nurse Assistant. Results are submitted directly to CDPH and are confidential.


For questions about disqualifying convictions or requesting an exemption, visit the CDPH website or contact the Program Director for guidance.

Health Examination, Drug Test, and Immunizations

Health Examination

Upon enrollment in the NATP, and prior to starting clinical training or having any direct contact with patients, students must undergo a health examination. This examination must include:

  • A medical history and physical examination conducted by a licensed physician, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner.

  • A test for tuberculosis (TB) infection, recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and licensed by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), unless medically contraindicated. If the TB test result is positive, a chest x-ray must be performed (unless medically contraindicated).

  • A signed provider report from a licensed physician, physician assistant, or nurse practitioner, indicating that the student is free from any health condition that could pose a hazard to themselves, fellow students, facility staff, or patients.

Immunizations

Students must provide documentation of the following mandatory immunizations. All immunization requirements must be completed and submitted prior to the start of the NATP. This is the student's responsibility.

  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR)

  • Varicella (Chickenpox)

  • Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis (Tdap)

  • Hepatitis B series

  • COVID-19 vaccinations (as required by clinical site policies)

  • Annual influenza vaccination is required during flu season (October 1 to March 31)

Drug Test

Students are required to pass a drug and alcohol screening prior to the start of Clinical. No exceptions will be made. This screening must be completed and submitted by the student.

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