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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.","title":"Await Board Processing","url":null}],"exam_registration_url":null,"faqs":[{"answer":"The endorsement application fee is $25. Additional costs may include background check fees.","question":"How much does Idaho CNA endorsement cost?"},{"answer":"Yes, a fingerprint-based background check is required in Idaho.","question":"Is a background check required?"},{"answer":"Most endorsement applications take 4 to 6 Weeks.","question":"How long does it take to transfer my CNA certification to Idaho?"},{"answer":"Check with the state board about temporary practice permits while your endorsement is being processed.","question":"Can I start working in Idaho while waiting?"}],"fee_payment_url":null,"fingerprint_delay_weeks":null,"fingerprint_fee":null,"fingerprint_method_in_state":null,"fingerprint_method_out_of_state":null,"fingerprint_required":true,"fingerprint_url":null,"fingerprint_vendor":null,"fingerprint_vendor_url":null,"initial_fee_amount":25.0,"initial_fee_breakdown":null,"last_updated":null,"last_verified":null,"license_duration":null,"licensing_pathway":null,"payload_url":null,"processing_time":"Unknown","profession":"Certified Nursing Assistant","provisional_info":null,"reciprocity_info":null,"renewal_cycle":"Every 2 years","renewal_fee_amount":null,"renewal_portal_url":null,"required_documents":[{"description":"Certificate of completion from your approved CNA training program.","name":"Proof of Training","url":null},{"description":"Official verification of passing your state's nurse aide competency evaluation.","name":"State Competency Exam Results","url":null},{"description":"through IdentoGO (IDEMIA)","name":"Fingerprint background check","url":null},{"description":"$25","name":"Application fee","url":null}],"slug":"idaho-cna","state_name":"Idaho","state_slug":"idaho","statutes_url":null,"steps":[{"description":"Go to the Idaho Board of Nursing Applicant Portal (ibn.idaho.gov/applicant-portal/) and create a new user account. You will need to provide personal details and set up your login credentials.","title":"Create Portal Account","url":null},{"description":"Log in to your newly created Applicant Portal account. From your dashboard, click 'Begin a New Application' and select 'Nurse Aide' as the application type. Choose either 'Certification by Examination' or 'Certification by Endorsement' based on your eligibility.","title":"Initiate Application","url":null},{"description":"Proceed to fill out all required sections of the online application form. This includes providing your personal information, detailed education or training history, and answering background questions.","title":"Complete Application Form","url":null},{"description":"Electronically upload all necessary supporting documentation directly through the Applicant Portal. This may include proof of completion from an approved training program, official exam results, or verification of an out-of-state license for endorsement.","title":"Upload Supporting Documents","url":null},{"description":"Submit the required non-refundable application fee of $40 for either certification by examination or endorsement. Payment is made securely via credit or debit card within the Applicant Portal.","title":"Pay Application Fee","url":null},{"description":"Review your entire application and all uploaded documents for accuracy and completeness. Once satisfied, electronically submit your application. You can monitor the status and any communications regarding your application directly through your Idaho Board of Nursing Applicant Portal dashboard.","title":"Submit and Monitor Application","url":null}],"temp_license_available":false,"temp_license_duration":null,"temp_license_fee":null,"temp_license_processing_time":null,"updated_at":"2026-04-11T20:10:52.742671+00:00","verify_license_url":null}