Q: WHAT IS THE ENROLLMENT PROCESS?
A: The enrollment process includes the following:
1. Submitting completed forms and required information
2. Paying the minimum deposit to secure your seat or paying the full tuition.
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Q: HOW DO I SUBMIT COMPLETED FORMS AND REQUIRED INFORMATION?
A: Forms and information can be mailed, emailed, faxed or turned in at the office.
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Q: HOW DO I PAY THE APPLICATION FEE AND THE DEPOSIT OR TUITION?
A: Payments can be made with a credit card, debit card, or money order in person.
We accept payments by phone with a debit or credit card. You can also pay online
via the website. WE DO NOT ACCEPT CASH or PERSONAL CHECKS.
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Q: HOW DO I KNOW IF I AM ADMITTED?
A: ENROLLMENT PACKETS ARE PROCESSED ONCE THE REQUIRED INFORMATION IS
SUBMITTED, THE APPLICATION FEE AND THE MINIMUM DEPOSIT IS PAID. IF A
PROSPECTIVE STUDENT IS FOUND TO BE INELIGIBLE FOR ENROLLMENT DUE TO
BACKGROUND CHECK FINDINGS - ALL MONIES WILL BE REFUNDED MINUS THE
APPLICATION FEE ($25) AND THE BACKGROUND CHECK FEE ($25).
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Q: WHAT IS THE PAYMENT PLAN?
A: The payment plan only applies to the Nurse Aide I and CNA II Courses. All other courses
must be paid in full by the first day of class. You can start the Nurse Aide I Training
class with a signed contract and a minimum deposit of $265. The $265 balance must be
paid by the second week of class. You can start the CNA II class with a signed contract
and minimum deposit of $365. The $365 balance is must be paid by the third week of
class. You can secure your seat for the Medication Aide Course or Refresher Course with a
$100 deposit, however the $200 balance must be paid by the first day of class.
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Q: WHAT FORMS OF PAYMENT DO YOU ACCEPT?
A: Money order, credit or debit card.
WE DO NOT ACCEPT CASH OR PERSONAL CHECKS.
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Q: WHAT IF I DON'T HAVE MY HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GED?
A: We offer a TABE placement test in lieu of a high school diploma or GED. Call the office to
schedule an appointment to take the test. Testing Fee: $25 (non-refundable)
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Q: IS THE STATE EXAM INCLUDED IN THE TUITION AND FEES?
A: No. The STATE Exam is not included in the cost of the course. Students who successfully
complete the Nurse Aide I course at Nurse Aide Institute are eligible to take the STATE
Exam at the school. You can sit for the STATE Exam within 2-3 weeks of completing the
Nurse Aide I course.
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Q: WHERE CAN I GET A TB TEST?
A: You can get a TB test at the local health department, Urgent Care, or your
family physician's office. We also administer the TB Skin Test at the school.
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Q: I HAVE ALREADY TAKEN A COURSE. CAN I JUST TAKE THE STATE
EXAM AT NURSE AIDE INSTITUTE?
A: No. ONLY STUDENTS who have successfully completed the Nurse Aide I course at Nurse
Aide Institute are eligible to take the STATE exam at Nurse Aide Institute.
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Q: HOW MUCH DOES THE STATE EXAM COST?
A: The application fee for the STATE exam is $101. The cost of the STATE EXAM in NOT
included in the course fees. This is a separate fee paid directly to NACES.
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Q: DO I HAVE TO TAKE THE NURSE AIDE I OR THE REFRESHER COURSE TO SIT FOR THE STATE EXAM?
A: No. In the state of NC you can challenge the exam without taking any courses. For more information visit www.pearsonvue.com. Go to "NC Nurse Aide I" for an application.