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How do I become a CNA

An individual who completed a training program:

Student Nurse:

  • Be currently enrolled in a nursing program
  • Successfully completed Fundamentals of Nursing or equivalent course with a “C” or better grade
  • Successfully complete the competency evaluation written examination
  • Start your application now

Graduate Nurse, has not taken boards:

  • Be a recent graduate of nursing school within the past 2 years who has not yet taken the Boards
  • Successfully completed Fundamentals of Nursing or equivalent course with a “C” or better grade
  • Successfully complete the competency evaluation written examination
  • Start your application now

Graduate Nurse, did not pass boards:

  • Be a recent graduate of nursing school within the past 2 years who did not pass the Boards
  • Successfully completed Fundamentals of Nursing or equivalent course with a “C” or better grade
  • Successfully complete both the written and skills competency evaluation
  • Start your application now

Nurse Aide certified in another state:

  • Be current and in good standing, with no verified complaints, as a CNA in another state
  • Successfully complete the Nurse Aide Training Competency Evaluation written examination
  • Start your application now