Admissions & Enrollment
Admission Eligibility
Meet the minimum age requirement as defined by CDPH
Ability to read, write, and understand English
Physically and mentally capable of performing nurse assistant duties
Willingness to comply with all program policies and procedures
Enrollment Process
Submission of program application
Review of eligibility requirements
Completion of required background screening
Completion of health clearance requirements
Confirmation of enrollment and program start date
Enrollment is contingent upon successful completion of all required steps.
Healthcare Screening & Compliance
Criminal Background Clearance (Live Scan)
All applicants are required to complete a criminal background clearance through the California Department of Justice Live Scan process:
- Live Scan must be completed prior to clinical placement
- Clearance is required to participate in supervised clinical training
- Applicants are responsible for associated Live Scan fees
- Results are reviewed in accordance with state regulations
Tuberculosis (TB) Clearance
Applicants must provide proof of tuberculosis (TB) clearance prior to program participation.
Acceptable documentation includes:
- Negative TB skin test (PPD), or
- Negative TB blood test (IGRA), or
- Chest X-ray report (if required)
TB clearance must be current and valid in accordance with healthcare facility and CDPH requirements.
Health Requirements
Applicants must meet health requirements necessary for participation in clinical training, which may include:
- Proof of required immunizations or titers, as specified by clinical facilities
- Physical examination or health clearance form
- Ability to safely perform required clinical duties
Drug Screening
Drug screening may be required by clinical facilities as a condition of participation in supervised clinical training:
- Applicants are responsible for any associated costs
- Failure to meet facility requirements may impact clinical placement
Enrollment Limitations
Failure to meet eligibility requirements
Incomplete background clearance or health documentation
Clinical facility availability
Non-Discrimination Policy
Emike Nurse Assistant Training Institute does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law in the administration of its admissions and educational policies.
All enrollment decisions are made in compliance with CDPH regulations.
Important Disclosures
- Completion of enrollment requirements does not guarantee program completion
- Certification is issued by the State of California, not the training institute
- Employment is not guaranteed upon program completion
- Clinical placement is subject to facility approval