How to Reinstate Your Lapsed CNA License in New Jersey
New Jersey CNAs have 24 months from their listing expiration to reinstate by passing the competency evaluation — no additional classroom training needed.
Reinstatement window
24 months
CE hours required
None
Exam fee
$130
Typical timeline
4–6 wks
Registry & Authority
New Jersey Nurse Aide Registry
NJ Division of Consumer Affairs
Official registry websiteExam Provider & Fees
Prometric
Register at prometric.com/nj-cna. $130 combined fee for written and skills.
Step-by-step reinstatement process in New Jersey
Follow these steps in order to reinstate your New Jersey CNA certification.
Check your NJ registry status
Contact NJ Division of Consumer Affairs at (973) 504-6400 or search the online registry. Verify your listing status and 24-month eligibility.
Schedule with Prometric ($130)
Register at prometric.com/nj-cna. NJ test centers are located in Newark, Trenton, Cherry Hill, and other cities.
Prepare for the written exam
Question count, timing, and passing criteria vary by state and testing vendor. Review the current content outline.
Pass the clinical skills evaluation (5 skills)
Demonstrate 5 randomly selected skills for a Prometric evaluator. Communicate with the 'resident' throughout and explain what you're doing.
Registry listing reinstated
NJ Division of Consumer Affairs updates your listing within 5–14 business days of passing both exam components.
Always verify with the official registry
State requirements change. Confirm current reinstatement rules with NJ Division of Consumer Affairs before scheduling your exam. The information above reflects publicly available guidance as of 2025–2026.
Prepare for the New Jersey 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
- New Jersey-aligned state requirements displayed throughout
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2 free modules, no credit card required
Cost comparison: New Jersey
Full retraining program
Varies by state
Provider-specific · Confirm with the registry
CNA-Ready reinstatement prep
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Plus $130 exam fee regardless of which prep path you choose.
New Jersey CNA reinstatement: frequently asked questions
Reinstatement guides for other states
Your New Jersey 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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