Arkansas CNA Information - Requirments, Salary, Training and Reciprocity

Like many states, there is high demand for Certified Nursing Assistants state of Arkansas. the Arkansas Nurse Registry Office provides guidelines for training and testing in regard to CNA certification. In addition, the Office maintains a registry of current CNAs and keeps a record of convictions for resident abuse, neglect, and misappropriation of resident property to support good quality of care throughout the state.

Requirements to work as an Arkansas CNA
Pass both the written and skill sections of the CNA State Exam Good technical, communication, and behavioral skills Applicants must submit fingerprint cards for the federal background check.Salary Average for Certified Nursing Assistant in Arkansas
Between ,720 to ,880 .21 per hour typically (Hourly rate will increase based on experience)CNA Training program criteria in Arkansas

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Arkansas CNA programs must consist of at least 75 hours of classroom training and 100 hours of hands-on training. Some state-approved training programs may differ when it comes to the number of hours in classroom and hands-on settings.

Applying for CNA Reciprocity in Arkansas

If an approved CNA moves to Arkansas from their home state, he/she must contact the AR Nurse Aide Registry or OLTC to obtain the reciprocity form. The OLTC will contact all other states of previous employment to verify the status the applicants standing before transferring his/her certification. The OLTC will then notify him/her of their decision. If the certification is not active, he/she will be required to take the competency examination.

State Information for CNA Certifications

For more detailed information contact:

AR Nurse Aide Registry AR Department of Human Services or Office of Long-term Care

List of State-Approved Training Programs:

One of the most important requirements for becoming a CNA is to be enrolled in state-approved training programs. Below is a list of training programs in the state of Arkansas.

Southern Arkansas University - Technical Magnolia, Arkansas
Estimated cost is 2, which includes: Tuition Late registration Fee Course Change Fee Graduation Fee Transcript Fee Learning Strategies Fee Laboratory Fee

Arkansas CNA Information - Requirments, Salary, Training and Reciprocity

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