How to Reinstate Your Lapsed CNA License in Ohio
Ohio CNAs have 24 months from their listing expiration to reinstate by passing the NNAAP competency exam through Pearson VUE — no retraining required.
Reinstatement window
24 months
CE hours required
None
Exam fee
$96
Typical timeline
3–5 wks
Exam Provider & Fees
Pearson VUE
Register at pearsonvue.com/oh-nar. The $96 fee covers written and clinical skills.
Step-by-step reinstatement process in Ohio
Follow these steps in order to reinstate your Ohio CNA certification.
Verify your Ohio NAR status
Visit the Ohio Department of Aging NAR portal. Confirm your listing status and 24-month reinstatement eligibility.
Schedule with Pearson VUE ($96)
Ohio uses Pearson VUE for NNAAP testing. Register at pearsonvue.com/oh-nar or call 1-866-866-2232. Testing sites are available throughout Ohio.
Prepare for the written test
Question count, timing, and passing criteria vary by state and testing vendor. Prioritize the current content outline.
Complete the clinical skills evaluation
5 randomly selected skills observed by a certified evaluator. Hand hygiene is always included. Follow the standardized checklist for each skill exactly.
Ohio DOA reinstates your listing
Pearson VUE reports results to Ohio DOA. Active listing typically restored within 5–10 business days. You'll receive confirmation by mail.
Always verify with the official registry
State requirements change. Confirm current reinstatement rules with Ohio Department of Aging before scheduling your exam. The information above reflects publicly available guidance as of 2025–2026.
Prepare for the Ohio competency evaluation with a state-specific plan
You've done this before. CNA-Ready's reinstatement track targets exactly what lapsed CNAs need to refresh — without making you relearn what you already know.
- Diagnostic quiz identifies your weak spots immediately
- All 17 CNA study modules — study at your own pace
- 1,000+ practice questions with rationales
- Ohio-aligned state requirements displayed throughout
- Cancel when you pass — month-to-month from $24.99
2 free modules, no credit card required
Cost comparison: Ohio
Full retraining program
Varies by state
Provider-specific · Confirm with the registry
CNA-Ready reinstatement prep
Best valueFrom $24.99/mo
Self-paced · Cancel anytime
Plus $96 exam fee regardless of which prep path you choose.
Ohio CNA reinstatement: frequently asked questions
Your Ohio 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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