New Jersey Certified Nursing Assistant License
New Jersey Board of Nursing
Total Fee
$200
Processing Time
2 to 4 Weeks
Fingerprints
Required
Temp License
Not available
What You'll Need
- Proof of Training — Certificate of completion from your approved CNA training program.
- State Competency Exam Results — Official verification of passing your state's nurse aide competency evaluation.
- Fingerprint background check — through IdentoGO (IDEMIA)
- Application fee — $200
How to Apply
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Complete Approved Training ▾Enroll in and successfully complete a New Jersey Department of Health approved Nurse Aide training program, which includes both classroom instruction and clinical practice.
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Create a Prometric Candidate Account ▾Visit the Prometric NJ Nurse Aide website at https://www.prometric.com/nurseaide/nj, navigate to 'Registration Information', and create a candidate account.
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Register for Competency Exam ▾Log into your Prometric account and register for the Nurse Aide Competency Evaluation Program (NACEP) exam, which includes a written/oral portion and a clinical skills portion. Select your preferred test date and location.
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Pass the Exam ▾Successfully complete both parts of the Prometric Nurse Aide Competency Evaluation. You must pass both sections to be eligible for certification.
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Placement on Registry ▾Upon successful completion of the exam, Prometric will automatically process your results and place your name on the New Jersey Nurse Aide Registry, certifying you as a CNA.
Total Fee
$200
Processing Time
2 to 4 Weeks
Fingerprints
Required
Temp License
Not available
Transfer License
Contact the New Jersey Board of Nursing for current transfer requirements.
Steps
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Submit Your Application ▾Apply through the New Jersey Board of Nursing. The application fee is $200.
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Provide License Verification ▾New Jersey requires official verification of your active out-of-state license. This must be sent directly to the board from your current state board or its official online verification system before your file can be considered complete.
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Provide Proof of Training ▾Certificate of completion from your approved CNA training program.
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Submit Your State Competency Exam Results ▾Official verification of passing your state's nurse aide competency evaluation.
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Complete Fingerprinting and Background Screening ▾New Jersey requires a criminal background check for all applicants. Out-of-state applicants can use IdentoGO Out-of-State Live Scan OR FD-258 hard card via mail. Completing prints outside New Jersey can add 2-4 weeks to your processing time.
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Await Board Processing ▾Plan for a processing timeline of about 2 to 4 Weeks once your file is complete. If you need to start working immediately, most states do not offer temporary practice authorization for CNAs during the endorsement process. Contact the state nurse aide registry directly for current policies on practice authorization while your application is pending.
Total Fee
Contact board
Renewal Cycle
Every 2 years
Compact
No
Board
New Jersey Board of Nursing
Keeping Your License Active
New Jersey Certified Nursing Assistant licenses renew Every 2 years. Contact the New Jersey Board of Nursing for continuing education requirements and renewal deadlines.
Fees
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application | $200 |
| Endorsement application | $200 |
Slow Downs
Fingerprinting delays
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Out-of-state prints can add 2-4 weeks to your timeline.
Missing or incomplete documents
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Have all your documents ready before starting the application to avoid processing delays.
Application errors
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Double-check that your name matches across all documents exactly. Mismatches are a common reason for delays.
Questions
Who administers the New Jersey CNA exam?
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The NJ Nurse Aide exam is administered by PSI. Schedule at psiexams.com or call 1-800-733-9267.
How do I transfer my CNA to New Jersey?
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Contact the NJ DOH at (866) 561-5914 or email CNA@doh.nj.gov, or contact PSI at (877) 774-4243 / njna@psionline.com.
Board Info
New Jersey Board of Nursing
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