Lapsed CNA License Transfer

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I worked as a CNA for 7+ years, but since the birth of my daughter 3 years ago, I haven't been employed. Also, I was certified in Georgia, and have moved to Virginia. What do I need to do to be able to work as a CNA again?
Because you have not worked as a nursing assistant in the last two years since your last renewal, your certification in Georgia is no longer active. Since your Georgia CNA certification is no longer active, you may not apply for endorsement in Virginia. You have two options available. The first option is to retake the CNA exam in Georgia, become certified, and apply for endorsement in Virginia. Once your endorsement application is approved, you will obtain certification in Virginia without having to retake the nurse aide test in this state. The second option is to retrain and retest in Virginia. With your previous experience it should not be hard to find a free CNA program in Virginia, typically offered by nursing homes in need of additional staff. As soon as you complete the training, you may challenge the Virginia CNA exam. Passing the test will result in obtaining state certification and placement on the Virginia nurse aide registry. If you decide to pursue the first option and recertify in Georgia, you need to contact them via the Interactive Voice Response System to obtain the list of State Approved Test Sites at (678) 527-3010 (local) or (800) 414-4358. The Virginia endorsement application may be found here: Application and Instructions for CNA by Endorsement.

How can I tell if my C.N.A certificate is active? If it is not active how do I go about renewing it?
A CNA certificate is typically valid for two years after which renewal is necessary. If you have the certificate look for an expiration date. If you do not have the certificate then go to the CNA registry for your state and check your status online. The site requires you to enter personal information such as name and date of birth in order to display your nurse aide status. In some states you may also access this information by phone. If your nursing assistant certification has expired you most likely have to retake and pass the CNA exam although some states require retraining as well. Federal regulation requires that an individual work at least eight hours, for pay, in the provision of nursing services without a two year break to remain active. Please note that renewal requirements may differ from state to state and may change over time and that some states make a distinction between inactive and expired CNA licenses. Locate the contact information for the CNA registry of your state and contact them for up-to-date and accurate information regarding these requirements.

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