CNA License in Montana

Have you been searching for an emotionally rewarding career that allows you to help patients in a long-term care environment in Montana? Do you need to start working as soon as possible? If you answered yes to both the questions, why not consider enrolling in a CNA program? Not only is a career as a nursing assistant extremely satisfying, but training programs also only last about six to eight weeks.

CNA Certification Requirements in Montana

The Montana Department of Health and Human Services regulates the training and certification of nursing assistants who wish to work in Montana. In compliance with the Department, aspiring CNAs in Montana must graduate from a state-approved program that comprises a combination of lecture-based and practical training. After graduation, you must achieve passing scores on both sections of the CNA certification exam before you can earn a place on the state's Nurse Aide Registry.

How to Get Your CNA Certification in Montana

One of the most attractive features of becoming a CNA in Montana is that the procedure for becoming certified is amazingly easy. You simply need to achieve acceptable scores on both the written and clinical sections of the certification exam, and you will be granted certification. Certification will also automatically place your name on Montana's Nurse Aide Registry as an active nursing assistant in the state.

How to Verify Your CNA Certification in Montana

Now and then, you may find that you need to verify your CNA certification in Montana. If you do, go to https://cna.hhs.mt.gov/datamart/selSearchType.do. You can search there by county, city, certificate number, name within a specific certification type, or just the name.

How to Renew Your CNA Certification in Montana

In Montana, you must renew your CNA certification every 24 months (effective April 1, 2019). For you to do this, you must have worked and received a wage as a CNA in the past 24 months. You must have an ePASS account to complete an online application/renewal. Paper applications should be mailed or emailed to the Nurse Aide Registry. You can download the renewal form at https://dphhs.mt.gov/Portals/85/qad/documents/CertificationBureau/RenewalApplication.pdf

How to Reinstate Your CNA Certification in Montana

If you miss your renewal date or do not work as a CNA in the 24 months prior to your renewal date, you will need to reinstate your certification. In the state of Montana, the procedure for reinstating a CNA certification involves retaking the CNA certification exam or take a class through an approved educational program depending on the reason of your certificate expiration.

How to Transfer Your CNA Certification from Montana to Another State

To transfer your Montana CNA certification to another state, you must abide by the other state's transfer requirements. Therefore, you need to contact the new state's CNA regulatory agency. The National Council of State Boards of Nursing maintains an updated list of all CNA regulatory agencies within the United States. Common requirements include verifying your CNA status, completing continuing education courses and/or sitting for state certification exams.

State-Approved CNA Programs in Montana

Do you need help finding an approved CNA school in Montana? Listed below are some of the best CNA facilities in the state.

1. Bitterroot College

   103 S 9th St, Hamilton, MT 59840 (406) 375-0100

2. City College

   3803 Central Ave, Billings, MT 59102 (406) 247-3000

3. Miles Community College

   2715 Dickinson St, Miles City, MT 59301 (406) 874-6100

4. Stone Child College

   Upper Box Elder Rd, Box Elder, MT 59521 (406) 395-4875