CNA License in Minnesota

As a resident of Minnesota, would you be interested in beginning a career that continues to grow even during a struggling economy? Would you feel comfortable working in a healthcare setting? If you answered yes to both the questions, choosing to become a nursing assistant may be the best choice for you. Just a few of the fabulous benefits that nursing assistants in Minnesota enjoy include no strict licensing requirements, terrific wages, and flexible work environments. And on top of that, the mandatory training can be completed in a few weeks!

SRNA Registration Requirements in Minnesota

In the state of Minnesota, you must be registered to work as a nursing assistant. Therefore, nursing assistants in this state are appropriately referred to as State-Registered Nurse Assistants, or SRNAs. To become registered, you must successfully complete an approved nursing assistant training and competency evaluation program or successfully pass the Minnesota approved competency test for nursing assistants.

How to Get Your SRNA Registration in Minnesota

One of the best things about choosing to become an SRNA in Minnesota is that the registration procedure is extremely easy. All that is required to have your name added to the Nurse Aide Registry is you meeting either of the above mentioned requirements.

How to Verify Your SRNA Registration in Minnesota

Occasionally, there may be times when you need to verify your SRNA registration in Minnesota. In case you do, go to the Minnesota Department of Health website and click on "Health Care Facilities, Providers & Insurance." Next, click on " Provider Certifications, Licenses, Registrations and Rosters." On the page that opens, click on “Nursing Assistant Registry.” Then, click on "How to Check the Registry." On the page that then opens, click on “Online registry verification.” Using the tool that opens, you can verify your SRNA registration by name or certificate number.

How to Renew Your SRNA Registration in Minnesota

You must renew your SRNA registration in Minnesota every two years and you must work at least 8 hours as a paid nursing assistant every 24 months to renew. To renew, click on “How to Stay on the Registry” on the Nursing Assistant Registry page. Complete the Nursing Assistant Registry Update form (PDF) found on the page that opens and mail it to MDH at least once every 24 months.

How to Reinstate Your SRNA Registration in Minnesota

If you fail to work at least eight hours as an SRNA in Minnesota every two-year period, you will be required to retake the SRNA competency exam. You must receive passing scores on both portions of the exam for your name to be placed back on the state's registry.

How to Transfer Your SRNA Registration from Minnesota to Another State

To transfer your nurse assistant registration out of Minnesota to another state, you must find out about the other state's unique transfer requirements. While most states may allow you to transfer through reciprocity, some require other criteria as well such as additional training, continuing education classes and/or testing. The National Council of State Boards of Nursing can help you locate your new state's nurse assistant regulatory agency.

State-Approved SRNA Programs in Minnesota

Do you want to obtain your SRNA training in Minnesota? The following schools can help put you on the right path to fulfill your dream.

1. Alexandria Technical & Community College

   1601 Jefferson St, Alexandria, MN 56308 (320) 762-0221

2. Anoka Technical College

   1355 US-10, Anoka, MN 55303 (763) 576-4700

3. Century College

   3300 Century Ave N, White Bear Lake, MN 55110 (651) 779-3300

4. Hennepin Technical College

   9000 Brooklyn Blvd, Minneapolis, MN 55445 (952) 995-1300

5. Lake Superior College

   2101 Trinity Rd, Duluth, MN 55811 (218) 733-7600

6. Minnesota State Community & Technical College

   1414 College Way, Fergus Falls, MN 56537 (877) 450-3322

7. Northwest Technical College

   905 Grant Ave SE, Bemidji, MN 56601 (218) 333-6600

8. Rainy River Community College

   1501 US-71, International Falls, MN 56649 (218) 285-7722

9. South Central College

   1920 Lee Blvd, North Mankato, MN 56003 (507) 389-7200

10. St. Cloud Technical & Community College

    1540 Northway Dr, St Cloud, MN 56303 (800) 222-1009