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How to Reinstate Your Lapsed CNA License in Maryland
If your CNA certification has lapsed in Maryland, contact the Maryland Nurse Aide Registry to find out what options you have. Reinstatement rules, eligibility windows, exam providers, and fees are set by Maryland Department of Health (MDH) — they are the only authoritative source for your specific situation.
Contact Maryland Department of Health (MDH) for your current eligibility and requirements.
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Maryland Nurse Aide Registry
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Confirm with your state registry
Contact Maryland Department of Health (MDH) for the current approved exam provider and fee.
Step-by-step reinstatement process in Maryland
Follow these steps in order to reinstate your Maryland CNA certification.
Look up the official Maryland nurse aide registry
Use the official registry link above to visit Maryland Department of Health (MDH)'s website. Look up your listing to see your current status and learn who to contact about reinstatement.
Contact the registry to ask about your reinstatement options
Call or email Maryland Department of Health (MDH) directly. Explain that your certification has lapsed and ask what your options are. They will tell you your eligibility, current requirements, fees, and approved exam provider — if any reinstatement path is available to you.
Follow the process your registry specifies
Reinstatement processes vary by state and individual situation. Follow the exact steps Maryland Department of Health (MDH) provides. This may involve scheduling an exam, completing training hours, or other requirements specific to your case.
Confirm your active listing before returning to work
After completing all requirements, verify that your listing shows as active in the Maryland registry before accepting a nursing aide position. Do not work in a nurse aide role until your listing is confirmed.
Always verify with the official registry
State requirements change. Confirm current reinstatement rules with Maryland Department of Health (MDH) before scheduling your exam. The information above reflects publicly available guidance as of 2025–2026.
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