Our History
Keystone Nursing Academy was established in 2022 as a non-profit organization under the Indiana Nonprofit Corporation Act of 1991. KNA received institutional authorization from the Indiana Commission for Higher Education on March 23, 2023. On June 19th, 2023, the Indiana Board of Proprietary Education granted KNA approval to offer a diploma in practical nursing. Following this process, KNA submitted its “Letter of Intent” to open a licensed practical nursing program to the Indiana State Board of Nursing (ISBN) on October 28, 2024, and was granted approval on February 20th, 2025.
Keystone Nursing Academy’s institutional eligibility and program offerings are determined by a comprehensive review of all applicable state and federal laws, codes, rules, regulations, authoritative body guidance, and/or accreditation requirements. KNA recognizes the following as institutional programs whose mission, goals, and objectives are consistent with the institution:
- Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) Program
- Qualified Medication Aide (QMA) Program
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Program
Our Philosophy
Keystone Nursing Academy believes that each nurse can give back to the profession through individual willingness to impart knowledge, encourage learning, and to motivate others with the hope of positively impacting coworkers, clients, and the profession through dedication to lifelong education and process improvements supported by evidence-based knowledge. We believe each nurse must accept the privilege to use skills and knowledge to help those in need of competent and confident care.
Our Mission
The mission of Keystone Nursing Academy is to provide a pathway for those seeking a diploma in licensed practical nursing by providing learning experiences immersed in a supportive community of healthcare professionals. In pursuit of this mission, Keystone Nursing Academy dedicates itself to preparing the student for licensure examination by implementing a program that provides high quality education based upon ongoing program evaluation, student success rates, and evidence-based research. Keystone Nursing Academy pursues the promotion of the role of nursing through the preparation of caregivers who will be competent, empathetic, compassionate, and who will maintain honesty and integrity while remaining respectful of all cultures and the individual choices of each client.