St. Therese Institute didn't just teach me how to be a CNA -- it gave me the confidence and compassion to truly care for people." Enrolling in the Certified Nursing Assistant program at St. Therese Institute was one of the best decisions I've ever made. From day one, the school's warm and supportive environment made it clear that this wasn't just a training program -- it was a calling being nurtured. The instructors are experienced, patient, and deeply passionate about healthcare education. They take time to explain every procedure thoroughly, from proper patient transfers and vital sign monitoring to infection control and personal care. The balance between classroom learning and hands-on clinical practice is excellent -- you leave each session feeling genuinely prepared, not just memorizing facts for a test. What sets St. Therese apart is the emphasis on compassionate, patient-centered care. You learn not just the technical skills, but also how to communicate with dignity and empathy -- qualities that matter just as much at the bedside. The clinical rotations give you real-world exposure that builds confidence fast. The class sizes are small enough that instructors truly know each student, and the administrative staff is responsive and helpful throughout the enrollment and certification process. I passed my state CNA exam on the first attempt, and I credit that success entirely to the thorough preparation I received here. PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Skilled, caring instructors with real clinical backgrounds Strong hands-on training with clinical rotations included Small class sizes for personalized attention Emphasis on patient dignity and compassionate care Excellent preparation for the state CNA certification exam Supportive staff from enrollment through graduation Highly Recommended. Whether you're entering healthcare for the first time or looking to formalize your skills, St. Therese Institute's CNA program will give you a rock-solid foundation -- and a heart for the work. read more

Best school for CNA certification. Has the highest passing rate amongst all the other schools that offer the course. Chris Santillan is very organized and prepares all the students for the certification. He guides and assists with everything you need; during school, before your exams and after your boards. He maintains a high quality staff and positive atmosphere to learn. Mr. Chris G, is very knowledgeable and keeps class entertaining. He informs you of what is important to know and has a great way of making this memorable. Great positive attitude and willing to teach those who want to learn. He will guide and assist you through your lectures and exams. If he doesn't know an answer he will find it and get back to you. Ms. Claudette, also has a lot of experience, very knowledgeable in the field. She will make lab class very fun and memorable. Kept things interesting and maintained a high level of professionalism when it came to preparing us for exams. Even our office managers were awesome. Answering any questions we had before enrolling up until we took our boards. Their willingness to help us with whatever we needed and helped keep the facility clean and ready everyday. They are one of the first people you meet coming through the door to start your morning. Recommend this school to anyone looking to start their career or just learn CNA skills, this school will help you make the first step and get you heading in the right direction. read more

The CNA program through Saint Therese Learning Institute is hands down the best place in Las Vegas to go to recieve your certification. Even before your first day of class, you feel welcome. The entire staff goes above and beyond for all of their students ensuring that they have the skills needed to not only challenge the State Board written and practical exams but to also leave the school feeling confident in their ability to assist others during some of the most vulnerable times of their lives. All of the instructors present the material in an impeccable manner. If you have questions, ask! They are there to help you and guide you through any challenges you might face during your time there. It is an accelerated program and requires you to do more than just show up to class for 4 hours on any given day. Coming in early and staying late were not mandatory for anyone in the program but I assure you that those from my class that chose to do so, came out smiling on the other side come midterm, final and state board exam time. When it comes down to brass tacks, I guarantee that you will not regret choosing to attend STLI as you launch yourself into the medical world. read more

For a fast track program in nursing assistant, I can say without a doubt that Saint Therese Learning Institute is one that produce quality graduates. They have a great program especially the instructors who are well versed in there own particular fields and the expertise that they impart on the students. My experience with my instructors was a pleasant one although I felt intimidated at first but as days past I have learned so much from them and I thank them for that. They were very supportive not only in class but as well as the review process for the state board. I would like to thank my instructors: Mr.Steve, Ms. Claudette, Ms. Marilyn and Mr. Edward for a job well done. And to our Administrator, Mr. Chris Santillan--our Administrator, your the best!!!! I am so greatful to you. For future students, I strongly recommend Saint Therese Learning Institute. read more

I completed this CNA program and was able to successfully obtain my certification, which was my main goal. However, my overall experience was disappointing. There were clear signs of favoritism throughout the program, which made the learning environment feel inconsistent and, at times, unfair. In addition, my lab instructor often seemed disengaged and dismissive, which made it difficult to ask questions or feel supported during hands-on training. A lot of my success came from studying and practicing independently outside of class. While the program does provide the basic requirements needed to pass the state exam, I believe there is significant room for improvement in terms of instruction, professionalism, and student support. If you are self-motivated, you can still succeed and obtain your CNA license--but be prepared to rely heavily on your own effort. read more

If you are looking for a great program in Las Vegas, I highly recommend Saint Therese Learning Institute. Everyone is very welcoming and makes sure you're set for success. One of the great things about this school are the staff and advisors. I had Ms. Claudette who was very energetic, you could tell she enjoys teaching which made everything easier. And Chris Santillan (Program Director) will always be there for you. He's there to constantly remind you that there's always help available and he'll keep pushing you to do your best. They're one of the most supportive advisors I have ever had they always made sure I was on top of my things. I would like to thank everyone in STLI. It was a lot of fun even though it was such a short program. So if you're looking for a program STLI is the place to go! read more

A wonderful and enjoyable learning experience in every way :) I recently graduated in the 24th of September and took the state board two weeks after, then I passed! A big THANK YOU to all the well-versed staff of STLI from Chris S., Marilyn, Steve, Claudette, Chris G., Edward et al. I can't thank you all enough for all the help and support. I was very pleased to make the decision to attend this institution. I would especially like to commend Chris our administrator for your hard work, kindness, and warm welcoming personality. And Steve is one of the most intellectual, joy-filled, and hilarious you could ever meet--a great instructor I must say. So, for those who aspire to become a CNA, give it a go and you won't regret it. I highly recommend without reservation. -- Aaron S. read more

When choosing a school I looked through reviews first and definitely went with the best! St. Therese CNA program is very fast and a lot of information and hands on is given inside of the 6 weeks. The instructors and school is committed to making sure everyone in the school has the opportunity to pass and be successful. Instructors make sure you understand and have the availability to practice after hours for anyone that needs the extra time or tutoring. This is not a program for the person that has no time to study, there is a lot of information and studying inside of those 6 weeks. Definitely a very intense program. The teachers make it as fun and knowledgeable as much as they can. I would recommend this school to anyone looking for an amazing successful program. read more

I have nothing but good things about my experience with Saint Therese Learning Institute. I did the evening course, I want to thank Mr.Chris for his assistance , it had been a few years since I had went to school and he made the enrollment process easy and answered all questions I had, even checking in on me after the state exam which I truly appreciate. I want to also thank Ms. Claudette and ms.Izel, for all their support and guidance during these past few weeks. Their patience was phenomenal , and their work experiences assisted me in understanding the lessons hands on. Every lecture and skill class were informative and prepared me for the state exam. If you are thinking of joining Saint Therese Learning Institute , I highly encourage it, you won't regret it. read more

I took this course; a six week program, and the instructors are amazing . Ms Claudette is super informative during lab and will help you a lot if you ask or not. If you're lucky to get Ms. Izel, you will love her. Hilarious, makes class not boring, and she goes deep into nursing so we can be a helpful CNA to the nurses and understand how the body works well enough to catch warning signs of any possible conditions. Also Chris is kind and helpful, he allows you to come in early to practice even though he does not have to and will answer all and any questions you may or may not have. If you're looking to become a future CNA this institute is the way to go and you get every bang from your buck. :) read more

Do yourself a big favor and you'll thank me later! Anyone who wants or needs to take CNA training and certification whether it's a nursing pre-requisite or not, or simply you wish to change career, go to STLI. Don't over think about it and do it! The culture here is very personal. STLI is highly committed in their students' success! I finished the class July 3rd, successfully passed both my written and skills test on the 7th (first try), applied for my license with Nevada State Board of Nursing on July 8th, and got my permanent certificate/license issued today, July 11! This is worth the investment and getting into the healthcare job market is a breeze. This is a school of choice for CNA! read more

So I was a little skeptical at first because this was a small school, but boy was I wrong. Because it was small there was open communication and it felt almost one on one. The instructors were by far the best I ever had. I'm so thankful for Mrs. Debbie, Mrs. Claudette and Mr. Chris. They are the best team anyone can ask for if they want to succeed. They gave me everything I needed and more. They tell you exactly what you need to pass all classes and the headmaster test for state board. I couldn't be more thankful for them. I highly recommend anyone wanting a CNA license to get it at Saint Therese Learning Institute. Small classes and open communication made all the difference I needed. read more

The best CNA school in town!! I've checked other schools before and if you're looking for the highest quality, in all terms, Saint Therese is the place for you! I can't even compare it to the other ones. The staff is amazing, heart warming people that really care about the students, and they are doing their BEST to make sure you are learning everything you need to know in order to become a great CNA and be prepared for the State Exam. I'm proud of my decision and thanks to Chris Santillan, Dr. Debby our classroom teacher, RN Eduard and RN Claudette our lab teachers, we were able to challenge the State Board Exam right away and we all passed!! I'm now waiting on my cna license :). read more

I highly recommend STLI to anybody who wants to have a Nursing Assistant Training Program. The Instructors are great, with a remarkable style of imparting knowledge to the students. The School Administration is meticulous in the follow - up of the students in their learning quest. Yes, the program is accelerated, and you have to be ready for it; but it is very rewarding as the the students are well managed and encouraged to work hard towards the achievement of their goals. Before you know it you have gone through the program right to passing your Board Exam. You will never regret it if you enroll at the STLI. My deep appreciation to the entire staff and administration. read more

Absolutely and honestly the best CNA program in town! From the registration and enrollment process through job placement, Administrator Chris Santillan and his team were very supportive. I feel adequately prepared to enter the workforce because of the excellent instruction I received from Lecture Instructor Ms. Izel Gan, Lab Instructor Mrs. Claudette Lachowicz, and Clinical Instructor Mr. Chris Geyer. This team 100% guides you through not only successful completion of the program, but also in how to prepare for the State Board of Exam! They provide the tools necessary to ensure you get your license. Thank you for everything, STLI!! read more

This is an excellent school to attend. The owners the instructors are excellent. The instructor trainers make everything very clear as to how to be successful to be certified. They emphasize studying hard, reviewing your test and working together as a team. The skills lab was open to the students to practice For several days which was very helpful to pass our skills exam. I have nothing negative to say about the school. It is a six week course but you must be focused and study and you will also be successful. Thank you Chris and thank you Chris for having a wonderful staff. Deborah McMorris. read more

I had a friend that graduated from Saint Therese Learning Institute and had nothing but great things to say about her experience there, I'd always wanted to take a step in the direction of nursing and thought it would be great to start as a CNA, and I'm so glad I chose STLI the teachers were friendly, helpful and very informative, the books and literature they supplied had everything I needed to pass the state board exam, which I did on my first try! Thanks to the knowledge I obtained at this school, if you want a career as a CNA I highly recommend this school, you won't be disappointed. read more

I am a recent graduate of saint Therese, and have nothing but wonderful things to say about this school, and program! The teachers there are amazing, so full of knowledge and experience. They make learning about becoming a CNA both exciting and challenging. I would recommend this school a thousand times over! Ten stars! I'd like to add that the director, Chris Santillan is very dedicated to helping you achieve success in your new career as a CNA, with excellent state exam preparation, and anything else you may need help with throughout his program. read more

You really deserve the 5 star rating..The school is so excellent..im proud that i count my self as a good product of Good teaching and advices..lessons are well delivered,training in skills are interesting to do in actual so excited to perform on my own..instructors are really dedicated for you to learn ms.Izel,sir cris,ms.marilyn , sir cris is strict but for you to reach our Goals.. just listen and all will be in your own good future..worth to enroll here.I highly recommend this school.thank you for making me one.. read more