Are you looking for the fastest way to begin a nursing career in Arizona? Do you enjoy interacting with seniors and persons with disabilities? If so, there is a position waiting for you – of Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)! There are many benefits to choosing a career as a CNA in Arizona. And did we tell you that certification is free?
Certification Requirements in Arizona
Before you can become a Certified Nursing Assistant in Arizona, you must fulfill the certification requirements as mandated by the Arizona State Board of Nursing. First of all, Arizona requires all prospective Certified Nursing Assistants to complete state-approved training. Then, they must pass both sections of the CNA certification exam with acceptable scores. Persons who complete these basic requirements will be issued a certificate by the Arizona State Board of Nursing. No criminal background check is required.
How to Get Your CNA Certification in Arizona
Obtaining your CNA certification in Arizona is quite easy. As mentioned above, you will be issued a certificate after completing a state-approved program and passing the tests. You will need to go to the Arizona Nurse Portal and create an account to apply for a license or maintain your existing license.
How to Verify Your CNA Certification in Arizona
At times, you or an employer may need to verify your CNA certification. If this is the case, you can accomplish it by navigating to the Arizona State Board of Nursing website and clicking on "License Verification (Nursing Assistants)" in the drop-down menu of “Licenses and Certifications.” On the License Verification page, you can verify a CNA license by name, license number or NCSBN ID.
How to Renew Your CNA Certification in Arizona
In Arizona, you will need to renew your CNA certification every two years. Currently, you have the option of doing this online. While you do not need to complete continuing education courses to renew, you will need to submit proof of employment (only 8 hours of work every two years is required).
How to Reinstate Your CNA Certification in Arizona
Any CNA in Arizona whose certificate was lapsed, revoked or voluntarily withdrawn must make a written request to the Arizona State Board of Nursing before they can reinstate their certification. Additionally, they may be required to re-attend CNA training and take the CNA competency exam again.
How to Transfer Your CNA Certification from Arizona to Another State
If you already have a job lined up in your new state, your new employer can verify your certification using the search feature on Arizona's Board of Nursing website. If you do not have a job waiting but want to transfer your certification to another state, you will need to contact your new state's Board of Nursing to find out about their requirements pertaining to transferring CNA certifications.
Arizona Nurse Aide Registry
If you have additional questions, contact the Arizona Nurse Aide Registry at:
Arizona State Board of Nursing
1740 W Adams Street, Suite 2000, Phoenix, AZ 85007
Phone: (602) 771-7801
Fax: (602) 771-7888
Registry Search: https://azbn.boardsofnursing.org/licenselookup
State-Approved CNA Programs in Arizona
There are so many good CNA schools in Arizona. You will get the best training if you choose any of these:
Academic Training AZ
8751 N 51st Ave #102, Glendale, AZ 85302Academy for Caregiving Excellence
4723 N 1st Ave, Tucson, AZ 85718Accord Healthcare Institute
3816 N 27th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85017Arizona Medical Training Institute
1530 N Country Club Dr #11, Mesa, AZ 85201Arizona Western College
2020 S Ave 8 E, Yuma, AZ 85365Brookline College
2445 W Dunlap Ave #100, Phoenix, AZ 85021Brookline College
1140 S Priest Dr, Tempe, AZ 85281Caregiver Training Institute
710 S Kolb Rd #4, Tucson, AZ 85710Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology
1789 W Coolidge Ave, Coolidge, AZ 85128Cochise College
1025 AZ-90, Benson, AZ 85602Cochise College
4190 AZ-80, Douglas, AZ 85607Cochise College
901 Colombo Ave, Sierra Vista, AZ 85635Cochise College
470 N Bisbee Ave, Willcox, AZ 85643Coconino Community College
3000 N Fourth St, Flagstaff, AZ 86004East Valley Medical College
205 E Southern Ave, Mesa, AZ 85210Eastern Arizona College
615 N Stadium Ave, Thatcher, AZ 85552Eastern Arizona College - Gila Pueblo Campus
8274 6 Shooter Canyon Rd, Globe, AZ 85501Eastern Arizona College - Payson Campus
201 N Mud Springs Rd, Payson, AZ 85541Fred G Acosta Job Corps Center
901 S Campbell Ave, Tucson, AZ 85719GateWay Community College
555 N 18th St, Phoenix, AZ 85006GateWay Community College
108 N 40th St, Phoenix, AZ 85034Glendale Community College
6000 W Olive Ave, Glendale, AZ 85302Meadows of Northern Arizona, LLC
809 Gail Gardner Way, Prescott, AZ 86305MedStar Academy
13760 N 93rd Ave #202, Peoria, AZ 85381Mesa Community College
1833 W Southern Ave, Mesa, AZ 85202Mohave Community College
3400 AZ-95, Bullhead City, AZ 86442Mohave Community College
480 S Central St, Colorado City, AZ 86021Mohave Community College
1971 Jagerson Ave, Kingman, AZ 86409Mohave Community College
1977 W Acoma Blvd, Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403Northland Pioneer College
1001 W Deuce of Clubs, Show Low, AZ 85901Northland Pioneer College
1611 Main St, Snowflake, AZ 85937Northland Pioneer College
940 E Maricopa Dr, Springerville, AZ 85938Northland Pioneer College
720 S Chief Ave, Whiteriver, AZ 85941Northland Pioneer College
1400 E 3rd St, Winslow, AZ 86047Paradise Valley Community College
18401 N 32nd St, Phoenix, AZ 85032Phoenix Job Corps Center
518 S 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ 85004Pima Community College
5901 S Calle Santa Cruz, Tucson, AZ 85709Pima Community College
2202 W Anklam Rd, Tucson, AZ 85745Pima Medical Institute
957 S Dobson Rd, Mesa, AZ 85202Pima Medical Institute
2160 S Power Rd, Mesa, AZ 85206Providence Training Institute
9189 N 59th Ave #2, Glendale, AZ 85302Regional Center for Border Health (RCBH)
950 E Main St Building A, Somerton, AZ 85350Yavapai College
601 W Black Hills Dr, Clarkdale, AZ 86324Yavapai College
1100 E Sheldon St, Prescott, AZ 86301
