A comprehensive guide to the New Hampshire LNA/CNA Registry: From application to renewal
Welcome to the gateway for becoming a CNA (called a Licensed Nursing Assistant, or LNA) in New Hampshire! The New Hampshire CNA Registry serves as the authoritative hub, ensuring the qualification, competence, and adherence to standards for all CNAs in the state. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to get on the New Hampshire CNA Registry and essential details for maintaining an active status.
Requirements to get on the New Hampshire CNA Registry
Fees
The application requires the payment of a non-refundable fee of $63, and a background and fingerprint check fee of $48.25.
Minimum Age
Some training schools will allow 16 years old to join the training program.
Minimum Education
Although it is not usually required, some training school may require to have a high school diploma or a GED.
Training Requirements
To qualify you must undertake 46 hours of classroom theory/lab and 60 hours of clinical for a total of 106 hours of coursework, with a recognised training program.
Competency Test
To be certified on the New Hampshire Nurse Aide Registry, you must pass both the Written and Clinical Competency Testing, with a recognised provider.
Background Check
You must carry out a criminal history check and fingerprints check. Please visit the Registry’s Background Check page for further information on how to complete the checks. If you are a NH resident, please follow Option B. If you are not an NH resident, please follow Option C. You will need to pay a fee of $48.25.
Applying to appear on the New Hampshire CNA Registry
Where to apply
You must apply online, via the Registry Online Portal.
Required Documentation
You must upload one of the following three options:
- LNA Education Certificate; or
- Official transcript with completion of Nursing Fundamentals Course within 5 years
of the application date (sent from the School), or, - Letter from Nursing Program verifying completion of Nursing Fundamental Course
within 5 years of the application date (sent from the School)
You must also upload your Final Report of Written and Clinical Competency Testing Results.
Restrictions
If you have been found of abuse or other gross misconduct, you might not be able to practice as a LNA.
Processing Time
Unknown.
How to keep your license on the New Hampshire CNA Registry
Stay Active
The certification period is for 24 months, and you must renew every 2 years by providing verification that you have (1) completed 24 contact hours of continuing education and (2) worked a minimum of 200 hours under the supervision of a licensed nurse, during the 24-month time frame.
Renew
To renew your application, you must log into to the Registry Online Portal and follow the instructions.
and pay the renewal fee of $63.
Processing time: Unknown.
Reactivate your expired license
If your license expired less than a year ago, you must complete the Reinstatement Application Form and either email it or mail it to the office (see addresses below in the contact details). You must pay the reinstatement fee of $63.
If your license expired over a year ago, you must complete the initial application online, through the Registry Online Portal.
New Hampshire CNA reciprocity
For those seeking reciprocity, additional information can be found on our New Hampshire CNA Reciprocity page.
New Hampshire Registry and contact details
Link to Registry: https://www.oplc.nh.gov/applications-lna
Link to license lookup: https://forms.nh.gov/licenseverification/
Contact information:
Email: CustomerSupport@oplc.nh.gov
Phone: 603-271-2152
Address:
Office of Professional Licensure & Certification
7 Eagle Square
Concord, NH 03301