Candidate Information Bulletin - State of Vermont - Licensed Nursing Assistant Examination

Sep 29, 2026

Candidate Information Bulletin from the State of Vermont explains how to become a licensed Vermont Nursing Assistant through the Nursing Assistant Competency Exam. It covers eligibility route selection, application submission on the OPR online platform, required document uploads, and exam scheduling for both Clinical Skills and Written (Knowledge) tests. The bulletin also details test site options, admission letter steps, name change guidance, acceptable exam fees and payment methods, nonrefundable fee policies, and ADA accommodation provisions via a testing request form.

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Steps to Become a Licensed Vermont Nursing Assistant

Eligibility Route Options

Scheduling Your Tests

Test Sites and Admission Letter

Fee Information and Payment

Special Test Considerations (ADA)

Contact Information

Candidate Information Bulletin State of Vermont LICENSED NURSING ASSISSTANT EXAMINATION The Vermont Department of Disabilities, Aging and Independent Living (DAIL) has contracted with Prometric LLC (Prometric) to develop and administer its Nursing Assistant Competency Exam. This handbook describes the steps to becoming a licensed Vermont Nursing Assistant. To become a Licensed Nursing Assistant 􁴈􁴈􁴈􁴈 Complete a state approved training program. 􁴈􁴈􁴈􁴈 Review this handbook thoroughly to understand exam application, registration process, and scheduling provisions. 􁴈􁴈􁴈􁴈 Complete the Vermont Nursing Assistant application form at OPR's Online Services Platform ([vermont.gov](vermont.gov)) and once approved you can visit [www.prometric.com/nurseaide/VT to complete the online application](www.prometric.com/nurseaide/VT to complete the online application). **note you will need to upload your Vermont approval letter with your application. 􁴈􁴈􁴈􁴈 Take the scheduled exams, bringing the necessary identification to the exam center. Once you pass both exams, you will receive your assistant License from OPR. To get answers not provided in this bulletin Direct all questions and requests for information about the exam process to: Prometric 7941 Corporate Drive Nottingham, MD 21236 Phone: (800)544‐3926 [www.prometric.com/NurseAide/VT](www.prometric.com/NurseAide/VT) Direct all questions and requests for information about licensure to: The Office of Professional Regulation [sos.oprlicensing1@vermont.gov](sos.oprlicensing1@vermont.gov) Phone: 802‐828‐1503 OPR Website: [https://sos.vermont.gov/opr/](https://sos.vermont.gov/opr/) Online Services: [https://sos.vermont.gov/opr/online‐services/](https://sos.vermont.gov/opr/online‐services/) Eligibility Route Options Please review the eligibility routes, be sure to select (mark) that option on the Vermont Licensed Nursing Assistant Online Application. Route 1 New Nursing Assistant Candidate Select this route if you have successfully completed a Vermont state‐approved nursing assistant training program within the past two years. Route 2 Expired or Lapsed Licensure (Reinstatement or Re‐Entry) Select this route if you have retaken an approved nursing assistant training program within the last two years. Please visit Nursing Forms & Instructions ([vermont.gov](vermont.gov)) for information on license renewal or endorsement applications. 3 Scheduling your Tests The Vermont Nursing Assistant Licensure Examination consists of a Clinical Skills Test and a Written (Knowledge) Test. You are not required to pass one test before taking the other. Please follow the steps below: 􁴈􁴈􁴈􁴈 Determine your eligibility route. 􁴈􁴈􁴈􁴈 Complete the on‐line Vermont Nursing Assistant licensure by exam application 􁴈􁴈􁴈􁴈 [Visit www.prometric.com/NurseAide/VT and](Visit www.prometric.com/NurseAide/VT and) complete online application and upload approval letter. 􁴈􁴈􁴈􁴈 You will be scheduled for the next available testing date. Note: Complete all forms clearly and accurately. Incomplete, illegible and/or unsigned applications will be returned, which will delay the scheduling of your examination. Name Change Always use your name as it appears on your identification. If your identification and Social Security card have been changed to match a new legal name, update your information, in your account through the online Licensing platform at [https://sos.vermont.gov/opr/online‐services/](https://sos.vermont.gov/opr/online‐services/) In‐facility Test Sites If you are taking your exam In‐facility, please give your application to your school or facility. A representative from the nursing home or training program where you are taking your exam will schedule your exam appointment and notify you of the scheduled time and date. Regional Test Sites If you are taking your exam at a regional test site, submit your online application form and fees to Prometric. Be s

FAQs

What are the two exam components for the Vermont Nursing Assistant licensure examination?

The exam includes a Clinical Skills Test and a Written (Knowledge) Test. Candidates are not required to pass one before taking the other.

Which eligibility routes should applicants select on the Vermont online application?

Select Route 1 for candidates who completed a Vermont state-approved training program within the past two years. Select Route 2 if an approved nursing assistant training program was retaken within the last two years after expired or lapsed licensure.

How do candidates receive exam details after approval?

After Prometric reviews and approves the application, it emails an Admission Letter containing the exam date, time, and location. Candidates should use the email address provided on the testing application.

Sep 29, 2026

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