To ensure a smooth transition as you consider working as a travel CNA in Louisiana or moving to Louisiana, understanding CNA reciprocity in the state is crucial. This process allows you to transfer your out-of-state CNA license to Louisiana seamlessly. In the following, we’ll explain the specific requirements and steps for an out-of-state CNA license transfer to Louisiana, enabling you to navigate the license reciprocity process with ease.
Transferring your license to Louisiana using reciprocity requires you to already have a CNA license in another state. If you’re looking to register your first CNA certification on the Louisiana Registry, read our page about how to get on the Louisana CNA Registry.
CNA license reciprocity in Louisiana
Fees
Amount: $35
Details: Administrative Fees
Fingerprint
No
Application
Online application: Yes, link to online application here
Form: Yes, link to form here.
How to
Access and fill in the online form:
- Log in or create an account with Prometric.
- Click on new application form and select “Louisiana Certified Nursing Assistant Application”.
- Fill in “Candidate Information”.
- In “Certification Option/Eligibility” tick route 8 and fill in the required information regarding your CNA active certificate in other states.
- Tick “Reciprocity Application Processing Fee” in “Exam Selection and Processing/exam fees”.
- Choose your payment method.
- Review and accept the affidavit.
- Upload a copy of your social security card and a copy of your official Louisiana identification, such as a driver’s license, identification card Approval Letter received from the State and attach it under the Supporting Documents Section before you submit your online application.
Fill in the paper form:
- Fill in “Candidate Information”.
- In “Certification Option/Eligibility” tick route 8 and fill in the required information regarding your CNA active certificate in other states.
- Tick “Reciprocity Application Processing Fee” in “Exam Selection and Processing/exam fees” .
- Choose your payment method.
- Read, sign and date the affidavit.
- Fill in the payment form as per your preferred method of payment.
- Include a copy of your social security card and a copy of your official Louisiana identification, such as a driver’s license, identification card Approval Letter received from the State with your application before sending it.
Employer input required?
No
Current state input required?
No
Methods of filing
Online application: No
Email: No
Mail: Prometric ATTN: LA Nurse Aide Program 7941 Corporate Drive Nottingham, MD 21236
Fax: No
Official website
Information last updated in
October 2023
Related links
- Not sure if this is the right state? Check out other states here.
- Don’t know what it takes to become a travel CNA? Check out our guide here.
- Looking for CNA travel agencies? Check out a list of agencies here.
- Overwhelmed by the choice and looking to get contacted with an offer? Apply here.
