Phlebotomy and EKG students must provide proof of a GED or high school diploma on the first day of class.

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CNA students are eligible for enrollment without a GED or High School diploma. Applicants must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at no less than a 10th grade level.

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Prospective candidates are required to submit recent results of a negative TB skin test or chest x-ray, obtained within the last year, as a prerequisite for acceptance into the CNA, EKG, and phlebotomy programs. Additionally, proof of a flu shot (October - April) is mandatory. Negative test results must be submitted to the school prior to the start of clinical activities. All CNA, EKG, and phlebotomy students are also required to complete a criminal background check. EKG and phlebotomy students must additionally undergo a 9-panel drug screen. Testing may be completed through First Choice Drug Testing and Occupational Health Services Inc., located at 6400 Scott Hamilton Dr, Little Rock, AR 72209. Sponsored students will receive the necessary forms for testing and background checks when they pick up their books. All non-sponsored students will be responsible for their own fees regarding background checks, drug screening, flu shot, and TB test.

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Because of the serious nature of the following offenses and close relationship to the type of work being performed, the following offenses by any court in the State of Arkansas or any similar offense by a court of another state or federal court, whether or not the record of the offense is expunged, pardoned, or otherwise sealed, shall result in permanent disqualification from future employment as a CNA and from attending PAL C.N.A. Training Academy:

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• Capital murder 

• Murder in the first or second degree.

• Kidnapping

• Sexual assault in the first or second degree

• Endangering the welfare of an incompetent person in the first degree

• Felony abuse of an endangered or impaired person

• Arson
   

Please be aware that this list does not encompass all potential disqualifying charges for enrollment in our classes. If, after reviewing the provided list, you remain uncertain about your eligibility, it is imperative to reach out to Headmaster for clarification. Failure to do so may lead to the student's removal from classes and the forfeiture of any non-refundable fees.

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Applicants must pay tuition and class fees upon enrollment, or have made arrangements for a payment plan. If at any time a payment does not clear the bank, the student will not be allowed to continue the program and will have to make arrangements with the program director to make-up course work.