Tennessee Certified Nursing Assistant License
Tennessee Dept of Health
Total Fee
$25
Processing Time
1 to 2 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.
- Application fee — $25
How to Apply
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Complete a State-Approved Training Program ▾Successfully complete a Tennessee-approved Nurse Aide Training Program.
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Register for the Competency Exam ▾Register for and pass the Tennessee Nurse Aide Competency Examination, administered by Prometric.
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Access the CNA365 Portal ▾Navigate to the official CNA365 system at cnaregistry.prometric.com to begin your application process.
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Create or Log In to Your Account ▾Create a new user account if you are a first-time applicant or log in with your existing credentials on CNA365.
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Submit Your Application ▾Complete and submit the initial enrollment application via CNA365, providing all required personal information, training details, and exam results.
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Monitor Application Status ▾Track the status of your application through the CNA365 portal and respond promptly to any requests for additional information from the Tennessee Department of Health.
Total Fee
$25
Processing Time
1 to 2 Weeks
Fingerprints
Required
Temp License
Not available
Transfer License
Contact the Tennessee Dept of Health for current transfer requirements.
Steps
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Provide License Verification ▾Tennessee 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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Await Board Processing ▾Plan for a processing timeline of about 1 to 2 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
Tennessee Dept of Health
Keeping Your License Active
Tennessee Certified Nursing Assistant licenses renew Every 2 years. Contact the Tennessee Dept of Health for continuing education requirements and renewal deadlines.
Fees
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application | $25 |
| Endorsement application | $25 |
Slow Downs
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
How much does Tennessee CNA endorsement cost?
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The endorsement application fee is $25. Additional costs may include background check fees.
Is a background check required?
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No, fingerprints are generally not required for CNA endorsement in Tennessee.
How long does it take to transfer my CNA certification to Tennessee?
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Most endorsement applications take 2 to 4 Weeks.
Can I start working in Tennessee while waiting?
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Check with the state board about temporary practice permits while your endorsement is being processed.
Board Info
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