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Your training program will provide you with the necessary application materials for the examination.","title":"Complete a State-Approved Nurse Aide Training Program","url":null},{"description":"After completing your training, register for the New York State Nurse Aide Competency Examination through the Prometric New York State Nurse Aide Registry portal. You will need to submit your application and pay the required examination fee.","title":"Register for the Competency Examination","url":null},{"description":"Successfully pass both the written (or oral) and clinical skills portions of the New York State Nurse Aide Competency Examination. The exam ensures you have the necessary knowledge and skills to provide safe and effective patient care.","title":"Pass the Competency Examination","url":null},{"description":"Upon successful completion of both examination components, your name will be added to the New York State Nurse Aide Registry. You can verify your status using the Nurse Aide Registry Search portal.","title":"Get Listed on the Registry","url":null},{"description":"To remain active on the New York State Nurse Aide Registry, you must work at least one day for pay as a nurse aide providing nursing or nursing-related services every 24 months, under the supervision of a licensed nurse.","title":"Maintain Active Registry Status","url":null}],"temp_license_available":false,"temp_license_duration":null,"temp_license_fee":null,"temp_license_processing_time":null,"updated_at":"2026-04-11T20:11:40.172578+00:00","verify_license_url":null}