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Welcome Test Takers in Rhode Island!

Below you’ll find important information and links to help you with the next steps toward your Nurse Aide certification.

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Need Help? Scroll down to see additional Resources located near the bottom of the web page.

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Steps to Register for the NNAAP® Nurse Aide Exam

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Complete nurse aide training program

Student must complete the state-approved nurse aide training program.

If you did not complete a state-approved training you may still register under a different eligibility route as listed in the Candidate Handbook.

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Review Candidate Handbook

Your Candidate Handbook is your handy guide to answer all the questions you have about submitting an application, scheduling, taking an exam, getting score results, and much more.

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Create Your Credentia Platform Account

Create an account with our online Credentia Platform system to register for testing by clicking the "Sign Up" link on the login page. You will need to submit an application for testing in order to register for exams.

We highly recommend that you read the Registration Quick Reference Guide with detailed instructions on how to register online for your exam BEFORE you begin the registration process.

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Rhode Island Examination and Scheduling Services

Create or Log into your Credentia Platform account to:

  • Change your current address and phone number.

  • Submit Correction Form to update your name, date of birth, or social security number before your scheduled exam.

  • Obtain and submit an Examination Testing Application.

  • Check the Testing Application status.

  • Find test sites and availability.

  • Schedule, reschedule, or cancel an examination.

  • View exam details such as examination type, scheduled time, date, and location.

  • View the Score report.

  • Submit and review a Grievance application for completed examination.

  • Submit an excused absence application.

Contact Customer Service when:

  • Problem occurs when creating a Credentia Platform Account.

  • Did not receive an activation link.

  • Problem occurs when applying an assigned voucher code.

  • Testing Application Issue.

  • Received an error message when scheduling an examination.

  • Score report is not viewable in Credentia Platform after 24 hours from your exam.

  • Call 888-204-6249

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Rhode Island Department of Health

Contact Rhode Island Department of Health to:

  • Obtain a Candidate Handbook

  • Obtain information regarding requirements for initial licensing

  • Obtain information regarding requirements for license renewal

  • Change your current address or name. The Rhode Island Department of Health must have accurate information at all times

For applications & licensing requirements, go to: https://health.ri.gov/licenses/detail.php?id=232

Contact Information:
(401) 222-5588
Fax: (401) 222-3352
Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST
Three Capitol Hill
Room 105
Providence, RI 02908
Website: www.health.ri.gov