North Dakota CNA Registry Guide

Requirements to get on the North Dakota CNA Registry

Fees

The application process costs $25 (non-refundable).

Minimum Age

Some training schools will require you to be at least 17 years old to apply.

Minimum Education

Some training schools may require to have a high school diploma or a GED.

Training Requirements

To qualify you must have completed a department-approved training program consisting of a minimum of 75 hours and a competency test.

Nurse aides employed by nursing facilities pursuing nurse aid certification must complete a minimum of sixteen hours of classroom training in the following areas from a department-approved nurse aide training program before any hands-on contact with residents or patients. These include communication and interpersonal skills, infection control, safety and emergency procedures, including the Heimlich maneuver, promoting residents’ independence, and respecting residents’ rights.

The remainder of the 75-hour approved training and competency evaluation program must be completed within four months of the date of first employment in the facility as a nurse aide and must include at least sixteen hours of supervised practical training.

Competency Test

To be certified on the North Dakota Nurse Aide Registry, you must pass a department-approved competency evaluation which includes both a written or oral examination and manual skills examination.

Background Check

A background check will be carried out by the employer.