Colorado Nurse Aide Registry

Since the Colorado CNA license allows a person to take up his work in the state, it is necessary for him or her not only fulfill certain conditions but also maintain an active status with Colorado’s registry of CNAs.

CNA License Requirements in Colorado

A high school degree is required to get into a CNA training program, but it’s still worth pursuing higher degrees. For example, an Associate Degree or Bachelor’s Degree will help you land better job opportunities in the healthcare industry. To learn more about finding quality programs for yourself and others like you – check out our guide here!

The CNA training course includes both theoretical and practical courses, with the theory portion lasting for a few weeks to 6 months. The aspirant must have completed at least 107 hours of instruction time in order to take this class – 50 hours should be classroom study while the rest may consist of individualized learning supplemented by hands-on experience from field work within a hospital setting during clinical shifts.

After completing the training, a candidate must take and pass the CNA test. The theoretical part of this exam is comprised of 100 multiple choice questions that they need to answer in order to be successful on their practical tests as well.

Similar to the written exams, candidates will be required for a practical exam where they need to demonstrate their knowledge on live models in front of state examiners. You may get nervous and fumble during this time but it is an opportunity that you can use your talents while presenting how much understanding over subjects as well as demonstrating skills by applying them. Visit our post here for free practice exams so that you’ll be able to take your exam with confidence!

The candidate has to pass both exams in order to be declared as a CNA. This is not only important because you can get the certification, but also because getting your license will allow you work anywhere in America! But if for some reason, after taking two tries at it-you still fail–check with your state’s rules on how many times within an academic session that are allowed before having to retake them again.

Renewal Requirements	Minimum 8 hours of work within 24 months
Renewal Fee	$108
Validation	24 Months
Time Required	Two to Three Weeks

Colorado CNA License Renewal Online Portal

How to Transfer your CNA License in Colorado?

If you have a nursing assistant license from another state, but want to work in Colorado, then it is already clear that transferring your CNA will be necessary. However this must adhere to the regulations set out by the nurse aide registry of Colorado or else they won’t let you transfer it at all!

The candidate will have to undergo compulsory background checking and an immunization test before they are allowed to work with other people. Background checks include verifying whether you’re wanted for any criminal offenses in another state, making sure that the employee has a clean bill of health, and ensuring all necessary shots are up-to-date if applicable.

A person has to meet certain qualifications before they can earn the Colorado CNA license. If you don’t, then after passing your exam in accordance with state rules of Colorado, you’ll have to retake it and pass again for this coveted certificate.

Transfer Requirements	Criminal Background Check   Medical Checkup
Reciprocity fee	$10
Time Required	Minimum Two Months

Colorado CNA License Reciprocity Portal

If you need further information about how to go about obtaining or maintaining your Colorado CNA license, be sure to check out our FAQ post where we cover additional information on these topics in detail. You may also contact the registry office mentioned above or reach out directly for more help on any other questions you might have!