Who maintains the CNA registry in Alaska?
Lisa Maroney
Department of Commerce, Community & Economic Development
Division of Corporations, Business & Professional Licensing
550 W. 7th Avenue, Suite 1500 Anchorage, AK 99501
Phone: 907.269.8169
Fax: 907.269.8196
Email: Lisa.Maroney@alaska.gov
Website: https://www.commerce.alaska.gov/
Who investigates complaints in your state?
Sonia Lipker, Investigator
Department of Commerce, Community & Economic Development
Division of Corporations, Business & Professional Licensing
550 W. 7th Avenue, Suite 1500
Anchorage, AK 99501
Phone: 907.269.7646
Fax: 907.269.8195
Email: Sonia.lipker@alaska.gov
The Alaska Department of Commerce, Community and Economic Development (DCCED) is responsible for maintaining the CNA registry in Alaska.
CNA License Requirements in Alaska
If you are interested in becoming a licensed CNA, you must first join an approved program and complete the necessary training hours. Then, after passing the board exam with required score, you will be eligible for your license from Alaska.
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The steps of getting a CNA license from Alaska are as follows:
- Step 1: Find a state approved CNA program
- Step 1: Complete the required training hours
- Step 2: Pass the board exam
- Step 3: Apply for the certification
| License Requirements | Complete an approved CNA program |
| Validation | 24 Months |
Alaska CNA License Application Form
How to Verify CNA License in Alaska?
There are different ways to verify your CNA license:
- If you want to verify your status online, visit the Alaska Board of Nursing website at https://www.commerce.alaska.gov/. and enter your name, date of birth, and license number. It will provide a link to click on for verification purposes.
- If you want to verify your status by phone, call the Alaska Board of Nursing at (907) 269-8169 and ask for verification process information.
- You can also visit the registry office in person during the office hours and ask for verification process information.
How to Renew CNA License In Alaska?
In Alaska, certified nursing assistants must renew their license every two years. To renew their license, they need to complete 24 hours of continuing education and must have 160 hours of paid works.
| Renewal Requirements | Minimum of 24 hours of continue education Minimum 160 hours of work within 24 months |
| Renewal Fee | $100 |
| Validation | 24 Months |
| Time Required | Two to Three Weeks |
Alaska CNA License Renewal Form
Reinstatement CNA License in Alaska
The Alaska Board of Nursing has proposed reinstating the CNA license for those individuals who have had their licenses lapsed for more than one year, but are still in good standing. For information on reinstate requirements is in the form below.
Transferring a Out of State CNA License to Alaska
The nurse aide can apply for an endorsement from the Alaska Board of Nursing and then submit their application for licensure in Alaska. This process has a few steps and will require additional documentation and fees.
Contact the Alaska CNA registry for more information.