CNA Eligibility and Qualifications

Question 1

What is the minimum requirement to become a Certified Nursing Assistant in most U.S. states?

Accepted Answer

Completion of a state-approved training program and passing a competency exam

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A two-year associate degree in nursing

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A high school diploma only

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One year of hospital volunteer experience

Question 2

Which federal law established minimum training requirements for nursing assistants working in Medicare- and Medicaid-certified facilities?

Accepted Answer

OBRA

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HIPAA

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ADA

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OSHA

Question 3

A prospective CNA applicant has a felony conviction. What is the likely outcome regarding their eligibility?

Accepted Answer

Their application is subject to background check review and may be denied

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They are automatically certified without review

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They must wait 6 months before applying

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They can only work in outpatient settings

Question 4

How often must a certified nursing assistant re-register or renew their certification?

Accepted Answer

Every 1–2 years, per state requirements

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Every 6 months

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Every 5 years

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Only once when first certified

Question 5

What is the purpose of the Nurse Aide Registry?

Accepted Answer

To maintain a list of certified CNAs and record any abuse/neglect findings

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To schedule CNA training classes

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To track CNA work hours for payroll

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To issue nursing licenses

Question 6

Which of the following would cause a CNA to be removed from the Nurse Aide Registry?

Accepted Answer

A substantiated finding of resident abuse or neglect

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Taking a leave of absence from work

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Failing to renew certification on time

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Transferring to a different state