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However, background check fees may apply.","question":"How much does Oklahoma CNA endorsement cost?"},{"answer":"Yes, a fingerprint-based background check is required in Oklahoma.","question":"Is a background check required?"},{"answer":"Most endorsement applications take 2 to 4 Weeks.","question":"How long does it take to transfer my CNA certification to Oklahoma?"},{"answer":"Check with the state board about temporary practice permits while your endorsement is being processed.","question":"Can I start working in Oklahoma 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":0.0,"initial_fee_breakdown":null,"last_updated":null,"last_verified":null,"license_duration":null,"licensing_pathway":null,"payload_url":null,"processing_time":"2 to 3 Weeks","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":"$0","name":"Application fee","url":null}],"slug":"oklahoma-cna","state_name":"Oklahoma","state_slug":"oklahoma","statutes_url":null,"steps":[{"description":"Navigate to the Nurse Aide Registry Management System at https://apps.health.ok.gov/NurseAide/login.aspx and click \"Create New Account\" to establish your applicant profile if you are a new user.","title":"Create a Nurse Aide Registry Account","url":null},{"description":"Log into your Nurse Aide Registry Management System account, select the appropriate application type (e.g., Initial Certification, Reciprocity), and accurately fill out all required personal, educational, and work history information.","title":"Complete the Online Application","url":null},{"description":"Submit all necessary supporting documents, such as proof of training, competency exam results (if applicable), and any other required forms, directly through the Nurse Aide Registry Management System.","title":"Upload Required Documentation","url":null},{"description":"If your application type requires a fee (e.g., reciprocity), process the payment online using a credit or debit card within the Nurse Aide Registry Management System. Note that initial certification for new graduates from approved programs typically has no fee.","title":"Pay Application Fees (if applicable)","url":null},{"description":"If you are pursuing initial certification without prior licensure, ensure you schedule and successfully pass both the written and skills portions of the Oklahoma state nurse aide competency examination.","title":"Schedule and Pass Competency Exam (if required)","url":null},{"description":"Regularly check the status of your application through your account in the Nurse Aide Registry Management System for updates or any requests for additional information from the Nurse Aide Registry.","title":"Monitor Application Status","url":null}],"temp_license_available":false,"temp_license_duration":null,"temp_license_fee":null,"temp_license_processing_time":null,"updated_at":"2026-04-11T20:11:49.503787+00:00","verify_license_url":null}