Stone Academy Catalog 2026

History

Stone Academy's Nurse Aide Program was originally established in July 2010 with our first class in Stephenville, Texas, from which we graduated three people who went on to gain employment. Our Nurse Aide program may hold up to 30 students per class, with the goal of expanding throughout Texas using the smaller class model. Stone Academy provides students with high-quality, affordable education within a supportive and inspiring learning environment. Our focus is education and encouragement for ongoing training, because we understand that education is the very key of knowledge and growth. Our objective is to groom students for the real world with real-life healthcare experiences through simulated and hands-on training, routine testing, evaluation, and virtual-aided training.

Accreditation and approvals

Owner: Stone & Associates, LLC dba, Stone Academy. Approved and Regulated by the Texas Workforce Commission, Career Schools and Colleges, Austin, Texas; Health and Human Service Commission; National Healthcareer Association (CET, CPT, CCMA, CMAA, CBCS).

Description of available space, facilities and equipment

Our office is located approximately 11 minutes east of downtown Fort Worth, off Highway 121 & I-35. We maintain our programs in a 1,400 sq. ft. classroom and lab at 2909 Race St., Fort Worth, TX 76111. The building is accessible to persons with disabilities and includes a classroom, dedicated skills lab, geriatric mannequin, hospital bed, wheelchair, venipuncture arm, vacutainers, centrifuge, needles, sharps, alcohol wipes, gloves, 12-lead and handheld EKG, ECG paper, IV therapy arm, and other program-specific supplies. The classroom space also serves as the student break room and administrative offices.

Exhibit A: Ownership & key staff and faculty

Synchronous and online hybrid training statement

Regarding hybrid classes: to maintain fidelity of the program as approved by TWC, Synchronous learning means all students learn at the same time and location (online lectures, Zoom meetings, in-person, etc.). Students are on the same schedule and have given check points for progress. All residence program rules, regulations, and schedules apply to hybrid courses.

Testing for certification is not included in tuition and will not be paid for by Stone Academy unless the student is in a program that pays for initial certification. If you fail any certification exam, you are responsible for retake fees. “Our Door is Always Open”: enrolled students may use our facility to practice for certification testing (by appointment, cameras recording at all times). CPR $75.00 is not included in tuition. *TB $50.00 and Background $25.00 are included in fees for Nurse Aide, Patient Care Technician, and Certified Clinical Medical Assistant training. For PCT: the NHA PCT exam ($169) is optional, for students who want it in addition to the CNA, EKG and Phlebotomy exams.

Holidays observed

All breaks determined prior to scheduled class and enrollment. Winter Break: December 14 – January 3. Stone Academy reserves the right to host classes during breaks.

Enrollment periods

Enrollment periods are the one day prior to the first day of classes for each program. Subject to change per enrollment limits.

Daily class schedules (all programs are hybrid)

Office hours

9:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday. When classes are not in session, the office will be closed for lunch from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.

Revised 10/2026.

All programs subject to enrollment availability. Dates subject to change. Contact admissions for current availability.

Course time hours

A course time hour is at least 50 minutes of instruction during a 60-minute period.

Admission / enrollment policies

Individuals applying are required to: (1) Tour and interview with an admissions counselor; (2) Present a non-expired, signature & photo-bearing US or State-issued ID, signed non-laminated Social Security Card (or ITIN), photocopies will NOT be accepted; (3) Be at least 17 years of age by the original scheduled graduation date (under 18 requires written parental/guardian permission); (4) Present proof of one of the following: high school diploma or GED certificate; college transcript; 8th grade or better. If unable to provide proof of secondary education, the applicant must achieve a passing score on entrance test requirements:

Class Cancellations: Classes are subject to cancellation if fewer than 6 students are enrolled for any one program or per Stone Academy decision.

Credit for Previous Education, Training, or Experience: Stone Academy does not offer credit courses.

Cancellation and refund policy for residence schools – vocational programs

A full refund will be made to any student who cancels the enrollment contract within 72 hours (until midnight of the third day excluding Saturdays, Sundays and legal holidays) after the enrollment contract is signed. A full refund will also be made to any student who cancels enrollment within the student's first three scheduled class days, except that the school may retain not more than $100 in any administrative fees charged, as well as items of extra expense that are necessary for the portion of the program attended and stated separately on the enrollment agreement.

Refund policy

Refund computations will be based on scheduled course time of class attendance through the last date of attendance. Leaves of absence, suspensions, and school holidays will not be counted as part of the scheduled class attendance.

1. Refund computations based on scheduled course time through last date of attendance.
2. Effective date of termination is the earliest of: (a) last day of attendance if terminated by school; (b) date of receipt of written notice from student; or (c) ten school days following last date of attendance.
3. If tuition collected before entrance and student does not enter after the 72-hour cancellation period, not more than $100 in administrative fees shall be retained.
4. If student withdraws after the cancellation period, school may retain not more than $100 in administrative fees. Minimum refund is the pro-rata portion of remaining tuition/fees based on hours remaining vs. total hours charged, except that no refund is due if the student has completed 75% or more of the total hours charged.
5. Refunds for books, tools, or other supplies are handled separately. Once purchased, no refund will be made for these items.
6. A student who withdraws after the 75% completion mark for a reason unrelated to academic status and requests a grade shall receive an “Incomplete” and may re-enroll within 12 months without additional tuition.
7. Full refund of all tuition and fees is due if: (a) enrollee is not accepted; (b) program is discontinued by school; or (c) enrollment was procured by misrepresentation.

Refund policy for students called to active military service

A student called to active duty in a military service of the United States or the Texas National Guard may elect one of the following options:

• (a) A pro-rata refund of any tuition, fees, or other charges paid, and cancellation of any unpaid charges for the portion not completed.
• (b) A grade of “Incomplete” with the designation “withdrawn-military” and the right to re-enroll not later than the first anniversary of the date of discharge from active military duty without payment of additional tuition, fees, or charges (other than any previously unpaid balance).
• (c) Assignment of an appropriate final grade or credit, but only if the instructor determines the student has: (1) satisfactorily completed at least 90% of required coursework; and (2) demonstrated sufficient mastery of program material.

Refunds will be totally consummated within 60 days after the effective date of termination.

Cancellation and refund policies – asynchronous distance education courses

A full refund will be made to any student who cancels the enrollment contract within 72 hours (until midnight of the third day, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays) after the enrollment contract is signed.

1. Refund computations based on number of lessons in the program.
2. Effective date of termination is the earliest of: (a) date of notification to student if terminated; (b) date of receipt of written notice from student; or (c) end of the third calendar month following the month in which the student's last lesson assignment was received, unless the student notified the school of intent to remain enrolled.
3. If tuition collected before any lessons completed and student fails to begin after the 72-hour period, not more than $50 shall be retained.
4. If student terminates or withdraws after the 72-hour period, school may retain $50 of tuition and fees; student will be refunded the pro-rata portion of remaining tuition/fees based on lessons completed vs. total lessons.
5. Full refund due if: (a) enrollee not accepted; (b) program discontinued; or (c) enrollment procured by misrepresentation.

Online / digital products refund policy

1. Since Stone Academy offers non-tangible irrevocable goods, refunds are not issued once the order is accomplished and the product is sent, unless overpayment is ruled by Stone Academy.
2. Exceptional circumstances (e.g., name or date wrong on certificate) will be corrected and resent in a timely manner without a refund.
3. Stone Academy does not guarantee compatibility with third-party programs and does not provide support for third-party applications. Google Chrome is recommended.
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5. Refund requests must include detailed and grounded reasons and must not contradict our Terms and Conditions. A refund is issued upon receipt of a Waiver of Copyright signed by the student.

Seven residence programs, all hybrid. Open “Course descriptions” under any program to see each subject in detail.

Exhibit B: Grading policy (all courses)

A student's final numeric grade is compiled from grades earned and weighted by the instructor according to the proportions shown in the “basis of grades” sections of the subject syllabi. Final averages are converted to grade points on a 4.00 scale:

Satisfactory progress and academic probation

To remain in good standing, the student must maintain at least a minimum GPA of 3.00 (average grade of 80% or above). Progress will be evaluated on the 7th–10th day. Written numeric grade reports will be provided to students and to sponsors (VA, WIOA, TAA, CC) if applicable.

Certification Exam Retakes. A student who does not pass a certification exam (state or NHA) must contact the School Director before scheduling a retake. The Director arranges tutoring on the areas missed, and the student reschedules the exam once that tutoring is complete.

Exhibit B: Incompletes, withdrawals, remedial work, and repeat courses

Exhibit D: Attendance policy

Termination. Enrollment is terminated when a student is absent more than 10 consecutive school days, exceeds the program limit below, or fails to return from an approved leave of absence, whichever comes first. A student terminated for attendance may not re-enroll before the next progress evaluation period.

For seminars (Nurse Aide Refresher, IV Infusion Workshop), enrollment is terminated after more than 25% of seminar hours are missed.

Absences (all programs). One (1) missed class day is allowed per program. Please note: for Patient Care Technician, this means one missed day in each of its three programs (Nurse Aide, Phlebotomy, EKG). All missed time must be made up within the make-up limit.

• With a provider's note (from a licensed provider, given on the day the student returns; a copy is kept on file): the day is made up. More than one day requires a leave of absence; a student not eligible for leave is withdrawn with an “Incomplete” and may finish in a later class within 12 months at no additional tuition.
• Without a note: the day is made up and the student receives a written warning. In Patient Care Technician, a second undocumented absence brings attendance probation and a third, termination.
• A second missed day in the same program, or the same Patient Care Technician part, cannot be made up: leave of absence with a note, termination without.
• 3-week Nurse Aide: 8-hour days exceed the 5.0-hour make-up limit, so a missed day cannot be completed in that class. With a note, the student takes a leave of absence and rejoins the next class where they left off, at no additional tuition. Without a note, enrollment is terminated; the student may re-enroll in a later class.

Make-Up Work. Limited to 5% of program hours, rounded down to the nearest half hour, including externship and clinical hours. Due before the next scheduled class or within five (5) school days, whichever comes first, unless a provider's note requires more time, and always within two weeks after the grading period ends. Make-up must be supervised by an approved instructor, show the same competence as the missed class, be documented (date, time, duration, instructor) and be signed and dated by the student.

Tardies and Early Departures. Arriving after the start time, returning late from a break, or leaving early is a tardy; the time missed is recorded as a partial-day absence. Tardies count across the program: 1st, documented verbal warning; 2nd, written warning; 3rd, attendance probation; 4th, referral to the School Director and possible dismissal under the Student Conduct policy.

Skills Labs and Clinicals. A student more than 15 minutes late is not admitted and is marked absent; this counts as the allowed absence for that program or part.

Leaves of Absence. Granted by the school director for good cause: no more than two in a 12-month period, up to 30 calendar days in that period, with a written statement signed by the student and director kept in the student's file. Not available for seminars or programs of 40 hours or less.

Stone Academy is not required to terminate enrollment for lack of attendance at a point when no refund would be due. No student graduates without completing all tasks, skills, and tests.

Exhibit D: Sexual harassment policy

Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature constitute sexual harassment when: (a) submission is made a term or condition of employment; (b) submission or rejection is used as the basis for employment decisions; or (c) such conduct unreasonably interferes with work performance or creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive working environment. Sexual harassment in any form by students or any member of the administration, faculty, or staff is prohibited.

School policy regarding student conduct: causes for termination and readmission

Students on the Stone Academy campus and clinical site are expected to behave in a manner that creates a safe and orderly academic environment. Violations may result in written warning, suspension, dismissal, and/or referral to law enforcement. Partial list of inappropriate behaviors subject to disciplinary action:

1. Academic dishonesty (plagiarism, cheating, falsification of records, collaboration to defraud)
2. Actions that disrupt teaching, learning, administration, or interfere with the rights of others
3. Non-compliance with directives of school faculty and staff
4. Violation of written policies, rules, or procedures
5. Theft of any kind, possessing stolen property, or using others' property without permission
6. Damage to or destruction of property
7. Creation of unsafe conditions
8. Carrying out a false alarm or creating an emergency situation (fire, bomb threat)
9. Hurting, threatening, or engaging in behavior that may result in harm to others
10. Selling, consuming, and/or possessing alcoholic beverages
11. Possessing/using drugs not prescribed by a physician; selling any drugs; possessing/using illegal drugs or narcotics
12. Possessing a firearm or other deadly/dangerous weapon (knives, knuckles, clubs, bats, hammers) on school property or at clinicals
13. Sexual harassment in any form

Re-enrollment after Dismissal: After one six-week term has elapsed, a student terminated for conduct violations (not involving law enforcement) will have one opportunity for re-enrollment within the next 12 calendar months.

Conduct on and off campus

Stone Academy students are expected to conduct themselves appropriately at all times, both on and off campus. Misconduct off campus may result in disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal from their program.

Requirements for graduation

A Certificate of Completion will be awarded to each student who: (1) completes all subjects of the course of study; (2) maintains at least a minimum GPA of 3.00 (80%); and (3) has no more than one subject class grade below 80%. A student who completes the course of study but does not meet requirements may contact the registrar for one opportunity to repeat subject classes with unsatisfactory grades in a subsequent term beginning no later than 12 calendar months after the end of the original term. No additional administrative or tuition fees will be charged; however, there may be fees for books, supplies, and other items.

Discontinued classes

If classes are discontinued when a student returns, Stone Academy will: (1) offer transfer to another Stone Academy location if applicable; (2) facilitate transfer to another program; or (3) provide a proportional or full refund of tuition. If the program is discontinued and prevents the student from completing it, all tuition and fees are due and refundable.

Non-discrimination and disability access

Stone Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law, in admission, training, or employment. The facility is accessible to persons with disabilities, and Stone Academy complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Students needing a reasonable accommodation should contact the School Director; requests are kept confidential.

Readmission

Timelines and conditions for re-enrollment are described under: Attendance Policy, Grading Policy/Incomplete, Course Completion Requirements, Academic Probation, and Student Conduct Expectations. Students wishing to be readmitted should contact the school at (817) 953-2431. If the student enrolls to repeat a subject no longer offered, the school director will select an appropriate substitute subject.

School placement assistance policy: placement services

Job placement assistance is available at no charge for all students awarded the Certificate of Completion. Stone Academy may invite area employers to participate in a campus job fair within the 13-day term. Job notices from businesses seeking qualified entry-level applicants are posted on a bulletin board in the classroom or online at www.medicaljobs.site and updated at least each term. While Stone Academy takes great pride in its graduates working in the medical field, neither the school, its board, administration, nor any faculty or staff member can guarantee employment.

Student complaints (grievance procedure)

Complaints are defined as any student concern regarding the school programs, services, or staff. A student with a concern is encouraged to schedule a conference with the school director to find resolution. If not resolved, the student may file a formal complaint in writing with the school director, who will formally investigate, take appropriate action, and provide a written response by the 10th business day after the formal written complaint is received. A conference with the director is not required before filing a formal written complaint. If still unresolved, students may file a further complaint with TWC (see below).