CNA Eligibility and Qualifications 2

Question 1

A CNA's certification in Florida became null and void 3 years ago after they failed to meet renewal requirements. To regain active status, what must the individual do?

Accepted Answer

Reapply for licensure and meet all current initial application requirements.

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Complete 48 hours of continuing education and pay a reactivation fee.

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Take a refresher course and pass the skills portion of the competency exam.

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Work 100 hours under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Question 2

An individual with a nursing license from a foreign country wants to become a CNA in California. Which of the following pathways is most appropriate for them under the 'equivalency' option?

Accepted Answer

They may qualify to take the Competency Evaluation exam without further training.

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They must complete a full state-approved CNA training program.

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They can be granted certification automatically through reciprocity.

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They are ineligible for CNA certification and must pursue RN licensure.

Question 3

A CNA is transferring their certification to a new state via reciprocity. Which of the following is most likely to be a requirement, even if their home state certification is active and in good standing?

Accepted Answer

Undergoing a new criminal background check specific to the new state.

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Retaking the full written and skills competency examination.

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Completing a new, full state-approved training program.

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Providing three letters of recommendation from previous employers.

Question 4

In many states, which of the following criminal convictions would most likely result in a permanent, non-negotiable disqualification from receiving or renewing a CNA certification?

Accepted Answer

A felony conviction for aggravated assault against an elderly person.

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A misdemeanor for shoplifting 10 years ago.

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Multiple traffic violations resulting in a suspended driver's license.

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A misdemeanor conviction for possession of a controlled substance 5 years ago.

Question 5

A CNA in California needs to renew their certificate. They have completed 48 hours of continuing education units (CEUs) in the second year of their certification period. Why might their renewal application be denied?

Accepted Answer

All CEUs were completed in one year instead of being distributed across the two-year period.

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The total number of CEUs is insufficient for a two-year period.

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More than 24 of the CEUs were completed through an online provider.

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The CNA did not complete a specific mandatory course on workplace safety.

Question 6

An applicant for CNA certification has prior medical training as a military medic and was honorably discharged two years ago. How might a state's Board of Nursing typically handle their application?

Accepted Answer

Allow them to challenge the competency exam based on their military experience.

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Require them to retake all prerequisite academic courses.

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Automatically grant certification without any testing.

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Deny the application as military training is not equivalent.