Idaho CNA Registry
Verify your certification status, check expiration dates, and find renewal information through the official Idaho Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) Registry, Department of Health and Welfare.
Visit Official Registry2 years from last day worked
Renewal Period
Minimum 8 paid hours providing CNA or nursing-related services within each 24-month renewal cycle
Work Requirement
Yes
Accepts Reciprocity
Free
Online Lookup
How to Look Up Your Idaho CNA License
Open the Prometric Idaho registry portal
Visit registry.prometric.com/publicID. This is the official public-facing CNA registry portal that Prometric operates on behalf of the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare. The portal handles both public verifications and registered employer searches with one consolidated lookup screen.
Enter the CNA's identifying information
Search by last name, first name, or certificate number. Employers should select the employer search option and enter their employer identifier to log the verification as part of compliance with the Department of Health and Welfare requirement that employers verify registry status before placing a CNA in a Medicare/Medicaid-certified setting.
Confirm status, expiration, and findings
Review the returned record for current certification status (active, expired, or with disciplinary action), expiration date (remember Idaho expirations are calculated from the last day worked), and any findings of abuse, neglect, or misappropriation. The portal displays the data live from the DHW registry database.
Save the verification for compliance records
Print the verification or save a PDF for the employee personnel file. State surveyors expect employers to demonstrate registry verification at the time of hire, and a saved PDF time-stamped from registry.prometric.com is the easiest documentation. Re-verify when a renewal is approaching.
About the Idaho Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) Registry, Department of Health and Welfare
The Idaho Certified Nurse Assistant Registry is owned by the Department of Health and Welfare (DHW), Bureau of Facility Standards, and operated in partnership with Prometric. DHW sets the regulations and handles disciplinary action, while Prometric runs the testing, the public registry portal, and the certificate-mailing pipeline. This split keeps regulatory authority with the state while leveraging Prometric's national infrastructure for record-keeping.
Idaho is unusual among Western states in calculating CNA expiration from the last day worked rather than from the original certification date. This rolling renewal structure rewards continuous paid employment by automatically extending eligibility for active workers, but it can complicate planning for CNAs returning from leave. The registry is the official source for verifying expiration, and employers and CNAs should refer to it any time there is doubt about a renewal date.
The public registry lookup is hosted by Prometric at registry.prometric.com/publicID, where the general public, employers, and other state agencies can verify a CNA's name, certification status, and any disciplinary findings. Federal CNA law prohibits a state from charging an applicant to be listed on the registry, which keeps Idaho's CNA pathway among the most affordable in the country.
Contact Information
Official Website
https://healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/providers/certified-nurse-assistant/about-certified-nurse-assistant-registryPhone Number
(800) 748-2480Mailing Address
Idaho Department of Health and Welfare\nNurse Aide Program\nP.O. Box 83720\nBoise, ID 83720-0036
Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Mountain Time (closed state and national holidays)
Idaho CNA Testing Information
Testing Vendor
Idaho uses Prometric to administer the nurse aide competency evaluation. The exam consists of a written (or oral) knowledge test and a skills demonstration.
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Idaho requires 120 hours, including 40 clinical. Training programs must be approved by the state.
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Renewal Period
Idaho CNA certification is valid for 2 years from last day worked from the date of initial certification or last renewal.
Work Requirement
You must perform at least Minimum 8 paid hours providing CNA or nursing-related services within each 24-month renewal cycle during your certification period to be eligible for renewal.
Employer Verification
Your employer verifies your work hours directly through the registry system. Keep your contact information current with your employer.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I verify an Idaho CNA on the public registry?
Go to registry.prometric.com/publicID and enter the CNA's last name, first name, or certificate number. The portal returns the CNA's current status, expiration date, and any disciplinary annotations. The form may be used by the general public or by registered employers, and the Department of Health requires that all employers search the registry prior to employing a Nurse Aide.
Who do I call for Idaho CNA Registry questions?
For most registry and renewal questions contact the Department of Health and Welfare at (800) 748-2480 or email [email protected]. For exam scheduling, score reports, and certificate mailings, contact Prometric at (888) 843-2341 or [email protected]. DHW handles disciplinary issues; Prometric handles operational tasks.
How is the Idaho CNA expiration date calculated?
Idaho calculates expiration as 24 months from your last day worked as a CNA, not from your original certification date. This rolling renewal can result in non-standard expiration windows. Always check the public registry portal for your current expiration before assuming a fixed two-year cycle.
Is there a fee to renew my Idaho CNA certificate?
No. There are currently no DHW fees to process renewals or to be listed on the Idaho Nurse Aide Registry, although federal law also prevents states from charging registry fees. You must have worked at least 8 paid hours within the past 24 months and submit your renewal during the month your certification expires.
How long does it take to receive my certificate after passing the exam?
Prometric mails Idaho CNA certificates within approximately 14 business days of receiving your passing test scores and clean background check. Your name typically appears on the public registry portal within five to ten business days of the exam, so you can verify active status even before the printed certificate arrives in the mail.
Does Idaho recognize CNA certifications from other states?
Yes. Idaho offers reciprocity for CNAs with active out-of-state certifications. You must submit verification of your current certification, evidence of recent paid CNA work, and a background check. If your originating state used an equivalent training and testing pathway, DHW adds you to the Idaho registry without requiring you to retake the Prometric exam.
Idaho CNA Refresher Topics
Whether you are preparing to renew your Idaho certification, brushing up before returning to work, or studying for the Idaho Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) Registry, Department of Health and Welfare reinstatement exam, these free guides cover the topics most commonly tested:
Patient Rights & HIPAA
OBRA '87 resident rights, mandatory reporting, advance directives — essential for any Idaho CNA returning to active status.
Infection Control
Standard precautions, PPE protocols, and transmission-based precautions for Idaho nurse aides working with vulnerable residents.
Safety & Emergencies
Fall prevention, RACE/PASS fire response, choking, and CPR — heavily tested on Idaho CNA reinstatement exams.
Personal Care & Elimination
Bathing, peri-care, toileting, and incontinence management procedures used daily by Idaho CNAs in long-term care.
Dementia & Cognitive Care
Validation therapy, sundowning, and de-escalation techniques for working with cognitively impaired residents in Idaho.
Body Systems & Conditions
Recognizing strokes (FAST), hypoglycemia, pressure injuries, and CHF — essential clinical knowledge for active Idaho CNAs.
Legal & Ethical Issues
Scope of practice, negligence, mandatory reporting, and professional boundaries — review essentials for any Idaho CNA renewing certification.
Communication & SBAR
SBAR handoff, therapeutic responses, and adaptations for hearing- or vision-impaired residents — practical refreshers for Idaho CNAs.
Data Collection & Reporting
Objective vs subjective documentation, pain scales, and what to report immediately — refresh the rules used daily by Idaho CNAs.
End-of-Life Care
Hospice vs palliative care, recognizing signs of approaching death, and postmortem care — for Idaho CNAs in long-term care settings.
Becoming a CNA in Idaho?
See the step-by-step requirements to become a CNA in Idaho, find approved training programs, or access free study materials.