Getting Started with STARS

Here we compile resources to help you when you are new to STARS and need to log in, navigate the menu, and understand your role. Resources that are hyperlinks are housed in the Resource Library. The link will open that resource in the library where it can be viewed and downloaded. 

Course

STARS 101 

• This self-paced course for Team Member and STARS Submitter user roles explains logging in, role capabilities, and navigating the menu.

Guides, Infographics, and Videos

• Can't Access STARS?   Infographic

• Need a quick overview of the basics? Getting Started Simplified Guide and Video

• Want to know more about your user role?  STARS User Roles guide and video

• Need to complete an Activity Form?  STARS Training and Activity Form Resources

• Want to know more about the 120-Day STARS Inactivity Rules? Infographic

STARS Manual Chapters

• Chapter 1  - what STARS is, who uses it, data entry deadlines, and sources of STARS help

• Chapter 2 - STARS User Basics, such as logging in, completing an Activity Form, seeing your CMS Unique ID, and more

• Chapter 3 - STARS user role details

• Six other chapters focus on specific types of data entry, searches, and reports