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It describes the process of applying for and taking the NST-C Examination. Keep this handbook for future reference.  \nThe Alabama Board of Nursing (ABN) has partnered with the Alabama Community College System (ACCS) . The ACCS develops, schedules, administers, scores, and reports the results of the NST-C Examination required for the state of Alabama.  \nThe Nursing Support Technician-Certified (NST-C) permit is an examination program designed to determine minimal competency to become an NST-C in your state. The NST-C exam was developed by theACCS, which is the only authorized administrator of the NST-C in your state.  \nThe NST Examination is an evaluation of nursing support technician-related knowledge and abilities.  \nThe NST Examination consists of a written examination. The purpose of the NST Examination is to test that you understand and can safely perform the job of an entry-level nursing support technician.  \nExam Overview  \nYou must pass the online written exam to receive your permit.  \nThe written examination consists of seventy (70)  \nmultiple-choice questions written in English. Sample examination questions are provided in this handbook.  \nEligibilty  \nGuidelines have been established by the ABN to determine who is eligible to take the NST-C Examination. 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The hospital must provide attestation to the ABN related to the training and competency validation prior to authorization to test for the NST-C examination.  \nRoute 2-Other Trained Nursing Support Technician – Certified  \nACCS for a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Patient Care Technician or a hospital based educational program that substantially meets the training and competency validation requirements. 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