Part 2 of our Frequently Asked Questions regarding CNA's in Kansas:
Q. What happens if I
don’t pass this course?
If you do not pass the course successfully the instructor
will submit a written notification to the state of your name and you will not
be eligible to sit for the state test.
You would then have to retake the entire CNA course again.
Q. What happens once I
complete the course successfully?
Once you complete the course your instructor will send your
name into the state. Once the instructor
receives the “Approval to Test Notice” your instructor will contact you and get
you the Approval letter. The “Approval
to Test Notice” will assign the test date, location, and time.
Q. What if I am unable
to take the test on the date scheduled?
If you are unable to take the test on the date assigned you
must contact Health Occupations Credentialing (HOC) at 785-296-1250 to request
a rescheduling form to submit along with a $20 application fee.
Q. Tell me more about
the state test.
The state test is timed and contains 100 multiple-choice
questions. You are given 2 hours in
which to complete the test. The score of
75% or greater constitutes a passing score.
Q. What do I need to
take to the state test?
You must provide the following at the test site when you go
to test:
- Original photo ID
- Test fee
- Approval letter to test
You need to be extremely punctual for the state test. This test is timed and there are other
students testing as well. The testing
sites are very prompt on delivering the test.
The testing sites will not accept any students who walk in the door
after the testing has begun. I recommend
you arrive at least 30 minutes ahead of schedule to get seated for your state
test.
You WILL NOT be admitted if you are not listed as eligible
on the site schedule, or are late, or do not provide required ID
Q. What if I have a
disability?
Any candidate who has a:
- Physical disability
- Learning disability
- Psychological disability
Q. Is the state test
given in more than one language?
The state test is read in only the English language. If English is your second language may use a
bilingual language dictionary during the state test. Computer dictionaries and medical
dictionaries are prohibited.
Q. What happens when I
pass the state test?
If you pass the state test, a certificate will be mailed to
you at the address in which you provided. On average it takes 3-4 weeks from
the time the state test has been taken until the department received and enters
the test score. You should allow 30
days to lapse from the date the test was taken before calling the department to
check on the status of the certificate. 785-296-1250.
Q. What happens if I
fail the state test?
You will receive a letter that includes the score. The information on your performance in the
categories will help you prepare to retake the test. A rescheduling form, if you are eligible,
will be included. You should complete
this and send it to HOC with the non-refundable $20 application fee.
Q. How long do I have to
retake the test?
The state test must be passed within one year from the beginning
date of the nurse aide training course.
You are eligible to retake the test a maximum of 3 times within that
year. If the test is not passed within
one year from the starting date of the course, the entire course must be
retaken to be eligible to take the test again.
Q. What is KNAR?
KNAR is the Kansas Nurse Aide registry which is federally
mandated program to track the employment and training for aides in Kansas. A unique identification number is issued to
you if you have successfully completed the state nurse aide course and passed
the test.
What are record
checks?
The KNAR will be checked for reports of abuse, neglect, or
exploitation, prohibited offenses, or misappropriation of resident
property. Each adult care home must
contact the registry prior to hiring you as a nurse aide. A criminal record check will be requested by
a facility to determine your eligibility to work. A facility may NOT employ any person with any
of this on record after April 1, 1992.
You can see prohibited offenses under the tab “Course Information”.
Q. KNAR should never be
contacted to:
- Inquire about test results. The results are mailed to you within 30 days from the test date. The test results cannot be given over the phone. Call 785-296-1250.
- Inquire about test sites. Instead call 785-296-1250
- Request replacement copies of certificates. Instead call 785-296-1250
- Report abuse complaint about a CNA or other personnel. Instead call 800-842-0078
- Inquire about the CNA and competency evaluation Instead call 785-296-0058
- Inquire about employment verification procedures or issues. Instead call 785-296-1250
- Locate course offerings. Instead call 785-296-1250 or access website at www.kdheks.gov/hoc
Q. Does my CNA
certificate expire?
CNA certificates do not expire therefore you will not
receive new certificates automatically.
As a CNA you will be eligible for employment for 24 months following the
date the certificate is issued. In order
for you to extend the eligibility period, you as a CNA must be employed to
perform nursing or nursing related tasks for at least 8 hours in the 24 month
period.
Q. What if my employment was not received by KNAR?
If you worked 8hr in a 24 hr period and the information was not received and noted on the CNA”s KNAR record, the CNA should request the Employment Verification Form from HOC.
Q. What if my employment was not received by KNAR?
If you worked 8hr in a 24 hr period and the information was not received and noted on the CNA”s KNAR record, the CNA should request the Employment Verification Form from HOC.
Q. What happens if I
have not been employed in a 24 month period for 8 hrs?
IF a CNA has not been employed to perform nursing or nursing
related duties in the past 24 mo you can have a licensed, registered nurse may
elect to administer the Kansas Nurse Aide Task Checklist-For Employment
Verification. The checklist may be done
in an adult care home, hospital, or laboratory setting. The checklist shall not be given to the
aide. Or the CNA may take a refresher
course, if available, instead of having a nurse administer the task
checklist. Once completed and submitted
to HOC, the eligibility period is extended by 24 months. It is not necessary to work for “40 hrs” in
order to complete the checklist for employment purposes. The amount of time it takes to perform each
task will vary.
Q. What if I have lost
my CNA certificate?
If you have lost your CNA certificate, an application form
is available and a new certificate will be sent upon receipt of the form and a
fee.
Q. What if there is a
change in name, address, phone number as a NAT or CNA?
Whenever there is a change in your mailing address,
telephone number, or name you need to contact HOC so the department can keep
your information updated. 785-296-0060.
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