CNA recertification question

[copchick527]

My friends cna cert has lapsed and i was wondering what she has to do to get it back, if she has to retest and what the fees are

[cougarnurse]

Best bet would be to check with the State she is living in. The State Forums have information on the nursing licensure; perhaps someone would be able to direct your friend from there. Good luck, and let us know how things go.

'Cat'

[BooBoo27]

I've been tring to get my CNA recertified how do I go about getting it recertified?

[cougarnurse]

Originally Posted by cougarnurse

Best bet would be to check with the State she is living in. The State Forums have information on the nursing licensure; perhaps someone would be able to direct your friend from there. Good luck, and let us know how things go.

'Cat'

Originally Posted by BooBoo27

I've been tring to get my CNA recertified how do I go about getting it recertified?

As I quote myself....check your State Forum. Each state has a BON (Board of Nursing) that you can contact.

Sorry if I am a bit cranky; still shaking my head over the Daily Thread.

[AngelinnaS]

Originally Posted by BooBoo27

I've been tring to get my CNA recertified how do I go about getting it recertified?

If you haven't worked for pay as a CNA in the last two years then most likely you will have to re-take the CNA exam. This is the way to become re-certified in many states. The usual work requirements within the 2 years prior to renewing one's certification are 8 hours of paid work as a CNA under the supervision of a RN. If you do not meet these requirements then your certification goes into lapsed status. You need to re-test. For a link to your state's NAR (nurse aide registry) where you will find forms and applications for re-taking the state exam you can go to CNA Certification and Training Information, choose CNA Registries and select your state from the map. Good luck!