March 2025

OnTrack International: Helping global talent create local impact

On March 19, 2025 by Anna Mowry

OnTrack’s impact is broadening its reach beyond Minnesota. As healthcare employers embrace international recruitment to address workforce shortages, OnTrack International is preparing international candidates before they arrive in Minnesota.

The LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation’s OnTrack program, powered by EduCare, continues to revolutionize nursing assistant training for aging services. This hybrid online model is tailored to meet the evolving needs of professional caregivers and the older adults they serve. Since its inception in 2018, OnTrack has empowered nearly 9,000 nursing assistants, fostering a stronger caregiving workforce across Minnesota.

With nearly 130 programs statewide, OnTrack has become a trusted partner for healthcare providers, colleges, universities, high schools, non-profit organizations, and private training programs.

OnTrack International: How it Works

OnTrack International isn’t just for nurse aides—it helps international nurses understand the nursing assistant role and transition to work faster while awaiting Minnesota licensure—and even supports family members of international candidates.

• Maximize the lengthy visa process by offering valuable training, ensuring candidates arrive prepared and ahead of the curve.
• Show your commitment to candidates’ success by fostering early connections and a sense of belonging before arrival.
• Provide early insights into the crucial responsibilities of Nursing Assistants, preparing them before stepping into the workplace.
• Educate on Minnesota-specific regulations and requirements to ensure compliance and smooth transition into their roles.

Now, organizations with an active MDH-approved OnTrack Nursing Assistant program can sponsor candidates abroad that intend to live and work in Minnesota. Approved organizations can enroll learners anytime, anywhere in the world.

While abroad, candidates can complete 43 hours of online, on-demand learning, at their own pace. Plus, they’ll have access to a learning journal with quizzes, activities, and more to enhance their learning. Once in Minnesota, learners can complete the required hands-on training and testing to be added to the Nurse Aide registry.

Learn more about OnTrack by visiting https://ontracknatraining.com/ or reach out directly at 651.425.1110 or OnTrackTrainingOnline@gmail.com.