How to Reinstate Your Lapsed CNA License in Michigan
Michigan allows CNAs to reinstate within 24 months of their last active employment date by passing the NNAAP exam — no full training program required.
Reinstatement window
24 months
CE hours required
None
Exam fee
$125
Typical timeline
4–6 wks
Registry & Authority
Michigan Nurse Aide Registry
Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)
Official registry websiteExam Provider & Fees
Prometric
Register at prometric.com/mi-cna. $125 covers written and clinical skills.
Step-by-step reinstatement process in Michigan
Follow these steps in order to reinstate your Michigan CNA certification.
Confirm your Michigan registry status
Search the Michigan LARA licensing database. Confirm your listing status and employment history to establish your 24-month window.
Schedule with Prometric ($125)
Register at prometric.com/mi-cna. Test sites are available in Detroit, Grand Rapids, Lansing, Flint, and other Michigan cities.
Prepare for the NNAAP written exam
Question count, timing, and passing criteria vary by state and testing vendor. Review the current content outline.
Pass the clinical skills portion (5 skills)
One of the 5 skills will always be hand hygiene. Perform skills completely and in the correct order — evaluators mark each step on a standardized checklist.
LARA reinstates your listing
Prometric sends your results to LARA. Your active listing is typically restored within 7–14 business days of passing.
Always verify with the official registry
State requirements change. Confirm current reinstatement rules with Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA) before scheduling your exam. The information above reflects publicly available guidance as of 2025–2026.
Prepare for the Michigan competency evaluation with a state-specific plan
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Cost comparison: Michigan
Full retraining program
Varies by state
Provider-specific · Confirm with the registry
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Michigan CNA reinstatement: frequently asked questions
Your Michigan reinstatement window is open.
Start prep today — timing and eligibility depend on your state and testing vendor. Confirm current requirements with the official registry.
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