Wyoming CNA Registry
Verify your certification status, check expiration dates, and find renewal information through the official Wyoming Certified Nurse Aide Registry.
Visit Official Registry2 years (expiring December 31 of even-numbered years)
Renewal Period
At least 16 hours of paid CNA work plus 24 hours of in-service training in the prior 24 months
Work Requirement
Yes
Accepts Reciprocity
Free
Online Lookup
How to Look Up Your Wyoming CNA License
Choose the appropriate verification tool
For full details including discipline, use the WSBN License Lookup at wybn.boardsofnursing.org/licenselookup. For the federally required public registry, use the Department of Health-operated Wyoming CNA Registry at cnaregistry.health.wyo.gov. Both are free and available 24/7.
Select Certified Nurse Aide from the credential list
On the WSBN portal, choose Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) from the profession dropdown. On the Department of Health registry, the system already limits searches to CNA records only.
Enter the CNA's name or certification number
Type the CNA's last name and first name, or the certification number if you have it. Partial-name searches are supported, although more specific entries return faster results.
Review the certification status and save the result
The result displays the CNA's full name, certification number, current status, expiration date (always December 31 of an even-numbered year), and any disciplinary actions on file with WSBN. Save or print the page for your personnel file as documentation of the pre-employment registry check required by federal regulation.
About the Wyoming Certified Nurse Aide Registry
The Wyoming Certified Nurse Aide Registry is uniquely split between two state agencies. The Wyoming State Board of Nursing (WSBN) in Cheyenne issues the individual CNA certification and handles all discipline, while the Wyoming Department of Health Aging Division Healthcare Licensing and Surveys unit operates the federally required CMS public-facing registry at cnaregistry.health.wyo.gov. This dual-agency model is rare and means employers can verify a CNA either through the WSBN License Lookup or the Department of Health registry.
Wyoming uses a uniform expiration date for all CNA certifications: every certification expires on December 31 of even-numbered years (e.g., 2026, 2028, 2030), regardless of when it was first issued. This means a CNA initially certified in March 2026 must renew by December 31 of that same year, while a CNA certified in early 2025 has nearly two full years before the first renewal. The model simplifies registry administration but requires careful renewal planning.
Competency testing is contracted to D&SDT-Headmaster through the TestMaster Universe (TMU) platform, with passing scores reported directly to WSBN for certification issuance. The combined testing cost is approximately $110, plus the $60 WSBN application fee and the $60 Wyoming Division of Criminal Investigation fingerprint fee (with additional FBI processing fees).
Contact Information
Official Website
https://wsbn.wyo.gov/Phone Number
(307) 777-7601Mailing Address
Wyoming State Board of Nursing\n130 Hobbs Avenue, Suite B\nCheyenne, WY 82002
Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. MT
Wyoming CNA Testing Information
Testing Vendor
Wyoming uses D&SDT-Headmaster to administer the nurse aide competency evaluation. The exam consists of a written (or oral) knowledge test and a skills demonstration.
Visit D&SDT-HeadmasterTraining Requirements
Wyoming requires 75 hours, including at least 16 hours of supervised clinical practice. Training programs must be approved by the state.
Find Wyoming CNA ClassesWyoming CNA Renewal Requirements
Renewal Period
Wyoming CNA certification is valid for 2 years (expiring December 31 of even-numbered years) from the date of initial certification or last renewal.
Work Requirement
You must perform at least At least 16 hours of paid CNA work plus 24 hours of in-service training in the prior 24 months 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 a Wyoming CNA's registry status?
Wyoming offers two official verification tools. The WSBN License Lookup at wybn.boardsofnursing.org/licenselookup returns the most detailed record, including disciplinary actions. The Department of Health-operated Wyoming CNA Registry at cnaregistry.health.wyo.gov is the federally required CMS-facing registry. Both are free and available 24/7.
Why do all Wyoming CNA certifications expire on December 31 of even years?
WSBN uses a uniform expiration date for administrative simplicity. Every CNA certification expires on December 31 of even-numbered years (e.g., 2026, 2028), regardless of when it was first issued. Your first renewal cycle may be shorter than 24 months depending on when you initially apply, but you still need to meet the 16-hour work and 24-hour in-service requirements before that fixed expiration date.
Who is responsible for the Wyoming CNA registry?
Authority is split between two agencies. The Wyoming State Board of Nursing (WSBN) issues individual CNA certifications and handles discipline. The Wyoming Department of Health Aging Division Healthcare Licensing and Surveys unit operates the federally required public-facing CNA Registry at cnaregistry.health.wyo.gov. Both agencies share data, and the two systems should always agree.
What is Wyoming's renewal work requirement?
At least 16 hours of paid CNA work performed under licensed nurse supervision in the 24 months prior to expiration, plus 24 hours of documented in-service training from your employer. If you fall short, you must retake the Headmaster competency exam and pay the $60 WSBN reinstatement application fee to be added back to the registry.
Does Wyoming offer CNA reciprocity?
Yes. WSBN accepts endorsement from CNAs in good standing on another state's registry whose training totaled at least 75 hours and included a CMS-compliant competency exam. Apply directly through the WSBN portal at wsbn.wyo.gov, submit fingerprints to the Wyoming DCI ($60 plus FBI processing), and pay the $60 application fee. Endorsements typically process within 4 to 6 weeks.
Who administers the Wyoming CNA exam?
D&SDT-Headmaster, headquartered in Helena, Montana, is the WSBN's contracted testing vendor. Testing is delivered through Headmaster's TestMaster Universe (TMU) platform. The Knowledge Exam contains 60 multiple-choice items in written or audio format (60 minutes); the Skills Exam consists of 3-4 randomly assigned tasks with mandatory hand hygiene (30 minutes).
Wyoming CNA Refresher Topics
Whether you are preparing to renew your Wyoming certification, brushing up before returning to work, or studying for the Wyoming Certified Nurse Aide Registry 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 Wyoming CNA returning to active status.
Infection Control
Standard precautions, PPE protocols, and transmission-based precautions for Wyoming nurse aides working with vulnerable residents.
Safety & Emergencies
Fall prevention, RACE/PASS fire response, choking, and CPR — heavily tested on Wyoming CNA reinstatement exams.
Personal Care & Elimination
Bathing, peri-care, toileting, and incontinence management procedures used daily by Wyoming CNAs in long-term care.
Dementia & Cognitive Care
Validation therapy, sundowning, and de-escalation techniques for working with cognitively impaired residents in Wyoming.
Body Systems & Conditions
Recognizing strokes (FAST), hypoglycemia, pressure injuries, and CHF — essential clinical knowledge for active Wyoming CNAs.
Legal & Ethical Issues
Scope of practice, negligence, mandatory reporting, and professional boundaries — review essentials for any Wyoming CNA renewing certification.
Communication & SBAR
SBAR handoff, therapeutic responses, and adaptations for hearing- or vision-impaired residents — practical refreshers for Wyoming CNAs.
Data Collection & Reporting
Objective vs subjective documentation, pain scales, and what to report immediately — refresh the rules used daily by Wyoming CNAs.
End-of-Life Care
Hospice vs palliative care, recognizing signs of approaching death, and postmortem care — for Wyoming CNAs in long-term care settings.
Becoming a CNA in Wyoming?
See the step-by-step requirements to become a CNA in Wyoming, find approved training programs, or access free study materials.