This process will include taking CNA training from your accredited programs in your new state, submitting your application and fingerprint for a background check, and passing the CNA certification exam in your new state.
If the state you are moving to does not allow you to transfer your CNA license or apply for a new license based on reciprocity, you will need to apply for a new CNA license. You will need to submit an application, a copy of your current CNA license, and proof of continuous employment as a CNA. The requirements for obtaining a CNA license in another state based on reciprocity are similar to the requirements for transfer. The transfer of a CNA license from one state to another may also be referred to as reciprocity. Obtaining a New CNA License Through Reciprocity In order to be eligible to work immediately, you must have an active CNA license in your current state, you must be currently employed as a CNA and have been for the past 24 months, and you must have submitted your application for the transfer.
Many states that accept transfers will allow you to begin working immediately while the state's nursing board or CNA certification authority reviews your license transfer.
In order to determine whether your CNA license is transferrable from one state to another, you can start with a search on Google for the following query. Transferring Your CNA License to Another State In this article, we're going to describe the various process of getting CNA licensure in a new state through transfer or reciprocity. Some states allow you to transfer your CNA license from your previous residence to your new one, or allow you to apply for a new CNA license with fewer requirements due to reciprocity.
If you are moving to a new state and want to continue working as a licensed CNA, you will need to determine how to get licensure in the new state.