CNHA Credential Requirements and Eligibility 5

Question 1

A candidate applying for CNHA certification must document a minimum of how many years of full-time experience as a licensed NHA?

Accepted Answer

2 years

Answer

1 year

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3 years

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5 years

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a standard eligibility requirement for initial NHA licensure in most US states?

Accepted Answer

Membership in a professional association such as AHCA

Answer

Minimum age of 18 or 21

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Completion of an approved educational program

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Passing the NAB NLE exam

Question 3

If a state increases its NHA licensure requirements, what happens to administrators already licensed under the previous requirements?

Accepted Answer

They are typically grandfathered and their existing licenses remain valid

Answer

Their licenses are immediately revoked until they meet new standards

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They must retake the NAB exam within 90 days

Answer

They must reapply as first-time candidates

Question 4

What is the renewal cycle for CNHA certification as established by NAB?

Accepted Answer

3 years

Answer

1 year

Answer

2 years

Answer

5 years

Question 5

A nursing home administrator moves from a licensed position to a consulting role and stops practicing as an administrator for four years. When they seek to return to active administration, which is most likely required?

Accepted Answer

Completion of a refresher AIT and possibly retaking the NAB exam depending on state rules

Answer

No additional requirements if their license was renewed throughout

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Automatic reinstatement because they held prior experience

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A letter from CMS authorizing return to practice

Question 6

Which statement best describes the role of NAB in the US nursing home administrator licensure system?

Accepted Answer

NAB sets national standards, develops exams, and supports state boards but does not directly issue state licenses

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NAB issues licenses directly to administrators in all 50 states

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NAB serves as the federal regulator of nursing home staffing

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NAB is a subsidiary of CMS responsible for survey activities

Question 7

An NHA candidate is applying in a state that requires fingerprint-based background checks. Which agency typically processes these checks for healthcare licensing purposes?

Accepted Answer

The state health department or licensing board through the FBI/state criminal justice agency

Answer

The Department of Labor

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The Department of Homeland Security

Answer

The Joint Commission