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I was wondering if anybody knew if it is possible to be able to transfer CNA certificates to different states. I have a NY CNA certificate, but I plan on moving to CT. I don't really know what to do, any help would be great.

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Specializes in Education, FP, LNC, Forensics, ED, OB.
I am moving soon and I don't know if my New York CNA certificate will be good anywhere I go. Does anyone know???

Hello, sheebsalt,

You need to contact the Office of Long Term Care in the state where you will be moving/working.

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Specializes in Geriatrics/Oncology/Psych/College Health.

The chances are excellent that you can get a CNA certificate in your new state without additional effort other than filling out an application (certainly paying a fee - this *is* the gov't we're talking about ;)) and proving your certification in your current state :). Siri is correct that you need to contact the long term care office in your new state.

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It depends on the state. Most states however, require you to take their exam for certification in that state.

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