New Hampshire LNA (CNA) License — How to Get, Transfer, Renew & Verify (2025 Updated)

In New Hampshire, Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) are called Licensed Nursing Assistants (LNAs). To become an LNA, you must complete a Board-approved training program, pass the competency exam, and apply for licensure through the New Hampshire Board of Nursing. This guide explains how to obtain, verify, renew, or reinstate your license, and how to transfer an active credential from another state, based on current regulations from the Office of Professional Licensure and Certification (OPLC).

How to Get Your LNA License in New Hampshire

The licensing process includes education, testing, background screening, and application submission. All steps are regulated by the New Hampshire Board of Nursing.

Step 1: Complete a Board-Approved LNA Program

You must graduate from a Board-approved LNA education program. Programs must include at least 100 hours, with a minimum of 60 hours of supervised clinical training.

Step 2: Pass the Competency Exam

You must pass both the written and clinical portions of the LNA exam, administered by Excel Testing. Combined fees for the Written and Skills Test are $200. A minimum score of 70% is required on the written exam.

Step 3: Complete a Criminal Background Check

Complete a fingerprint-based background check through the NH Criminal Records Portal. The fee is $47.00. Follow the instructions in the official background check guide.

Step 4: Submit Your Online Application

Apply through the New Hampshire Online Licensing Portal. New users must create an account; returning users can log in to apply.

Application Checklist

• Completed online application
• Training program certificate
• Exam results (written and clinical)
• Background check confirmation

Application Fee

$63.00, including a mandatory $28.00 Professional Health Program (PHP) fee. View fee schedule.

Step 5: Await License Approval

Track your application status and verify your license using the OPLC License Lookup Tool. The Board does not issue physical license cards. Licenses are valid for two years from issuance.

Need help? Call (603) 271-2152 or email customersupport@oplc.nh.gov.

How to Verify Your LNA License in New Hampshire

Use the New Hampshire Online License Verification portal to check license status, expiration, and standing. This tool is maintained by OPLC.

Step 1: Visit the Verification Portal

Go to the License Verification page.

Step 2: Choose Profession and License Type

Select Nursing Assistants as the profession and Licensed Nursing Assistant as the license type.

Step 3: Enter Details and Search

Enter the LNA’s full name or license number. Click Search to view results, which include:

• Full name
• License number
• Status (Active, Expired, etc.)
• Issue and expiration dates

Need corrections? Email customersupport@oplc.nh.gov with your full name, license number, and description of the issue.

Alternate Method: Official Verification Letter

• For VeriDoc states: Submit via the VeriDoc platform.
• For all others: Submit the Verification Letter Request Form with a $10 fee to:
  OPLC, 7 Eagle Square, Concord, NH 03301

How to Renew Your LNA License in New Hampshire

LNA licenses must be renewed every two years through the online licensing portal. CE hours must be logged in CE Broker before expiration.

Step 1: Confirm Eligibility

You may renew up to 60 days before expiration. Renewal notices are emailed from nh.licenses@doit.nh.gov and include a registration code.

Note: Expired licenses cannot be renewed online. Use the reinstatement process instead.

Step 2: Access the Licensing Portal

Log in at the Online Licensing Portal. Use Chrome, Firefox, or Edge. Safari is not supported.

Step 3: Complete the Renewal Application

• Select Renew from the menu
• Click Continue next to your LNA license
• Fill out all required sections
• Save as you progress

Applications not completed within 120 days are deleted.

Step 4: Report Continuing Education in CE Broker

Do not upload CE documents. Log all CE hours in CE Broker.

• CE Broker is mandatory under Plc 308.04
• Free accounts are available
• All CE must be logged before expiration

Step 5: Pay the Renewal Fee

Total: $63 (includes $28 PHP fee). Use Visa, Mastercard, Discover, or AmEx.

Step 6: Verify Your Status

After submission, confirm license status via the Verification Portal.

Deadline: Submit renewal by midnight on your birthday.

How to Reinstate an LNA License in New Hampshire

If your license has expired, follow these steps based on how long it has been inactive.

Step 1: Determine Reinstatement Type

• Less than one year: Use the Reinstatement Application.
• One year or more: Reapply as a new applicant through the Online Portal.

Step 2: Submit Required Materials

• Signed application form
• $63.00 check or money order payable to “Treasurer, State of New Hampshire”
• Documentation of either:
  • 200 hours of supervised nursing-related duties in the past 2 years, or
  • Written and clinical competency test results
• Proof of 24 CE contact hours or reuse of exam results

Step 3: Mail Your Reinstatement Package

Office of Professional Licensure and Certification
Board of Nursing
7 Eagle Square
Concord, NH 03301

Step 4: Confirm Active Status

Use the License Lookup to confirm your license is listed as Active.

Note: Applications must be finalized within 120 days or will be purged.

How to Transfer Your LNA License to New Hampshire

If you hold an active LNA license in another U.S. state, you may apply for licensure by endorsement.

Step 1: Confirm Eligibility

• You hold an active LNA license from another state
• You can submit license verification
• You are prepared to complete a background check

Step 2: Apply Online

Use the Online Licensing Portal and select Application by Endorsement.

Step 3: Pay the Application Fee

$63.00 (includes $28 PHP fee). Non-refundable.

Step 4: Complete a Background Check

Use the NH Criminal Records Portal. Follow the correct instructions for in-state or out-of-state applicants. Fee: $47.00.

Step 5: Submit License Verification

Request verification from your current licensing agency and upload it with your application.

Need help? Call (603) 271-2152 or email customersupport@oplc.nh.gov.

New Hampshire Nurse Aide Registry

The New Hampshire Nurse Aide Registry, maintained by the New Hampshire Board of Nursing under the Office of Professional Licensure and Certification (OPLC), is the official record of Licensed Nursing Assistants (LNAs) authorized to work in the state. The registry tracks licensure status, renewal eligibility, and disciplinary actions. Employers must confirm a candidate’s active status before hire, while LNAs use the registry to verify licenses, update information, and meet renewal requirements.

Contact Information

• Agency: New Hampshire Board of Nursing, Office of Professional Licensure and Certification (OPLC)
• Address: 7 Eagle Square, Concord, NH 03301
• Phone: (603) 271-2152
• Fax: (603) 271-6605
• Registry Search: New Hampshire Nurse Aide Registry

State-Approved LNA Programs in New Hampshire

The following training programs are approved by the New Hampshire Board of Nursing. When choosing an LNA program, consider tuition, clinical site access, class schedules, and job placement services.

1. Cheshire Medical Center LNA Program

   580 Court Street, Keene, NH03431

   (603) 354-5454

2. Coos County Nursing Hospital

   County Farm Road West, PO Box 10, Stewartstown, NH03576

   (603) 246-3321

3. Cottage Hospital LNA Program

   90 Swiftwater Road, Woodsville, NH03785

   (603) 747-9000

4. The Dover Center LNA Program

   307 Plaza Drive, Dover, NH03820

   (603) 749-9000

5. BILH Exeter Hospital LNA Program

   4 Alumni Drive, Exeter, NH03833

   (603) 580-7338

6. Genesis Health Care – Mountain Ridge Center

   6 Baldwin Street, Franklin, NH03235

   (603) 915-1533

7. Golden View Health Care LNA Program

   19 NH Rt 104, Meredith, NH03253

   (603) 279-8111

8. Glencliff Home

   393 High Street, Glencliff, NH03238

   603-989-3111

9. Lakes Region Community College

   379 Belmont Road, Laconia, NH03246

   (603) 366-5310

10. LNA Health Careers, LLC

    70 Market Street, Manchester, NH03101

    (603) 647-2174

11. Manchester Community College Workforce Development Center

    1066 Front Street, Manchester, NH03102

    (603) 206-8164

12. Merrimack County Nursing Home LNA Program

    325 DW Highway, Boscawen, NH03303

    (603) 796-3275

13. New Hampshire Veterans Home

    139 Winter Street, Tilton, NH03276

    (603) 527-4895

14. Portsmouth Regional Hospital LNA Program

    333 Borthwick Ave, Portsmouth, NH03801

    (603) 433-4950

15. River Valley Community College

    1 College Place, Claremont, NH03743

    (603) 252-1812

16. River Mead LNA Program

    300 Rivermead Road, Peterborough, NH03458

    (603) 924-0062

17. St Joseph's Hospital LNA Program

    5 Woodward Ave, Nashua, NH03060

    (603) 884-4622

18. Sullivan County Health Care

    5 Nursing Home Drive, Unity, NH03743

    (603) 542-9511

19. Team Select Home Care LNA Program

    12 Stiles Road, Suite 103, Salem, NH03079

    (603) 453-3189

20. White Mountains Community College

    646 Union Street, Suite 300, Littleton, NH03561

    (603) 444-1326

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I apply for a temporary LNA license in New Hampshire?

Yes. If you hold an active LNA license in another state and are applying by endorsement, you may request a temporary license while your application is under review.

Can I practice while my reinstatement application is being reviewed?

No. You may not work as an LNA in New Hampshire unless your license is active. Practicing without a valid license is prohibited by law.

How do I verify the status of a temporary or permanent LNA license?

Use the License Lookup tool provided by OPLC to confirm license status, expiration date, and any disciplinary actions.

How do I report licenses from multiple states in the endorsement application?

Upload official license verification for each state where you currently hold or previously held an LNA license. All verifications must be included with your online application.

Does the Board accept CE certificates by mail or email?

No. All continuing education must be reported directly in CE Broker. The Board does not accept CE documents by mail, email, or portal upload.

Can I use a different CE tracker instead of CE Broker?

No. As of February 3, 2025, CE Broker is the only continuing education tracking system approved by OPLC.

How do I confirm that my CE hours meet renewal requirements?

Log in to your CE Broker account to review completed hours by category. Ensure all CE is correctly classified before submitting renewal.

How do I update my address?

Log in to the Licensing Portal, select Demographics Update, enter your new address, and submit the change for Board approval.

How do I update my name and when should I update it if I am due for renewal?

Email customersupport@oplc.nh.gov with your current name, new legal name, license number, license type, and legal documentation (e.g., marriage certificate or court order). Submit at least 30 days before your renewal deadline.

Key Takeaways

• Complete approved training: Finish a Board-approved LNA program with at least 100 hours, including 60 hours of supervised clinical experience.
• Submit background check: Complete a fingerprint-based NH and FBI criminal history check through the Department of Safety.
• Pass both exam components: Take the written and clinical competency exams administered by Excel Testing after program completion.
• Apply online: Submit the LNA application and $63 fee through the New Hampshire Online Licensing Portal.
• Renew every two years: Track continuing education in CE Broker and pay the $63 renewal fee, which includes the PHP fee.
• Reinstate if expired: If lapsed less than one year, submit a paper reinstatement application. Licenses expired one year or more require reapplication as a new applicant.
• Transfer by endorsement: Submit the online endorsement application with license verification, background check, and $63 fee.

Amanda Jordan Amanda writes clear, regulatory-focused content that guides and supports healthcare professionals in their practice.