CNA Courses in Hawaii

The Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs works with Prometric for its competency evaluations. It uses a two-part format to test both CNA knowledge and skills. All new CNAs must pass this examination before receiving their certifications. Also, CNAs who allow their certifications to lapse must retest. Tests may be taken at many training sites as well as at additional regional sites.

Students will begin with the knowledge test, which is taken with pencil and paper. However, students with disabilities or who speak English as a second language may request to take the test orally but must do so at least 30 days before the testing date. The knowledge section has 60 multiple-choice questions, which must be answered in 90 minutes or less.

Next, students will take the skills examination, which is a hands-on test performed on a volunteer actor. Students will need to demonstrate five skills total, which must all be passed for them to pass the skills section. Three of the skills will be randomly selected; the other two skills are hand washing and indirect care. Students will have between 31 to 40 minutes to complete this section.

Students must pass both sections in three or fewer attempts and within 24 months from completing training to avoid having to retrain. Test results are available online 48 to 72 hours following the test. The fee to take both parts of the test is $200 for the written version and $210 for the oral version.

CNAs moving to Hawaii from a different state can apply for reciprocity. They must be active and in good standing with their former states and must not be on their state’s abuse registry. Individuals will need to complete the application and send it to Prometric with copies of their current certifications. Prometric will then contact the previous state for verification. Some applicants will be added directly to the state’s Nurse Aide Registry while others will be required to complete the Hawaii competency evaluation first. The fee for reciprocity is $25. Those applying for reciprocity who are not currently active in their former state must take the competency evaluation.

Hawaii CNAs need to renew their certifications every two years to remain active on the state’s registry. To be able to renew, CNAs must work for pay at least eight hours every 24 months and will need to provide proof of employment. Those who work in non-Medicaid-licensed facilities must also complete 24 hours of continuing education in this period. Individuals will need to submit their renewal applications at least 30 days prior to their expiration dates to ensure that the paperwork is processed in time. Those who allow their certifications to lapse must retake the competency evaluation. CNAs with lapsed certifications who attended a training program that is not currently on the state-approved list must retrain and retest. The cost for renewal is $25.

New CNA & Reciprocity Application
CNA Recertification Form

Links
Hawaii State Department of Health
Professional & Vocational Licensing
Nurse Aide Registry
Verify your CNA license

Contacts
Prometric
HI Nurse Aide
354 Uluniu Street, Suite 308
Kailua, HI 96734
Phone: 800-967-1200