CNA License Reciprocity in Wisconsin

To ensure a smooth transition as you consider working as a travel CNA in Wisconsin or moving to Wisconsin, understanding CNA reciprocity in the state is crucial. This process allows you to transfer your out-of-state CNA license to Wisconsin seamlessly. In the following, we’ll explain the specific requirements and steps for an out-of-state CNA license transfer to Wisconsin, enabling you to navigate the license reciprocity process with ease.

Transferring your license to Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin Registry, read our page about how to get on the Wisconsin CNA Registry.

CNA license reciprocity in Wisconsin

Fees

Amount: $25
Details: Administration Fee

Fingerprint

No

Application

Online application: Yes, see here
Form: No

How to

Fill in the online application:

  1. Fill in the form
  2. Upload Proof of Training (copy of diploma or transcript with name and date of completion, or letter from training program stating where and when you completed training) and/or Employment Verification (if unable to provide proof of training). Note: you must use this employer verification form (you can complete several forms if you worked in multiple facilities/locations) – and must have worked as a nurse under the direction of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse for at least 2,088 hours in the two years preceding your application
  3. Upload an image of your social security card
  4. Upload of your valid US governments-issued photo identification (state driver’s license, passport, or other signed current photo identification)
  5. Enter your card information and submit your application

Note: You must have completed a (minimum) 75-hour state-approved nurse aide training program (with the date of completion noted) to be considered for the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry. State registry printouts and certificates that do not provide training program names or dates of completion are not acceptable.

Alabama Applicants: If you originally trained in Alabama more than two years ago and are only certified in Alabama, you must also include employment verification that you worked as a nurse aide under the direction of an RN/LPN during the previous two years.

Employer input required?

Yes, your employer(s) must complete Section II of the employer verification form

Current state input required?

No

Methods of filing

Online application: Yes
Email: No
Fax: No
Mail: No

Support contact

Call: 888-401-0465

Information last updated in

March 2024

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