Initial Nursing Assistant Certification Details

Nursing Assistant Certification

You can access the Initial Nursing Assistant Certification of State of Maryland application from this page. We will guide you through the entire application process step by step. Please read the instructions on each page carefully, and fill in the required information.. Please note that a $20.00 non-refundable charge is required to process your application.

If you need further assistance from the Board to complete your initial application online, please send an e-mail to inac@mdbon.org.

You will NOT be allowed to process your application online - if you have had a conviction or probation before judgement for a felony or misdemeanor, or any discipline against your certification in another state, please send an email to mdbon.disc-cna@maryland.gov for further information.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

If You Meet Any or All of the Following Bullets - You Cannot Apply for Your initial Nursing Assistant Certification Online!

Please read the following Important Note before proceeding...

• If you have any disciplinary action against you in the State of Maryland or out-of-state, you must complete an initial paper application. Please send an e-mail to mdbon.disc-cna@maryland.gov for more information.
• Your criminal history records check (CHRC) must be completed before starting initial application. Your tracking number is required.
• If you do not have a valid Social Security Number/Tax ID Number (view Disclosure regarding regulations about SSN/TIN).
• VISA card or Master card are the only valid credit cards accepted. No debit cards are allowed.
• All application fees are Non-refundable.
• You must renew your certificate for renewal application (send an e-mail to inac.mdbon.orgfor more information):
  • If you have applied for an initial certification since the year 2000.
  • If you have applied for an initial certification through endorsement.
• If you are currently a Registered Nurse (RN) or a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) student.
• All the Initial Nursing Assistant Certification applicants must be 16 years or older.