The California Department of Health has issued a new All Facilities Letter (AFL) regarding the certification of nurse assistants. Effective January 1, 2015, the department will no longer deny a certified nurse assistant (CNA) training and examination application, or revoke or suspend a CNA certificate, as a result of a conviction of specified violations. Instead, the department will evaluate CNA applicants with criminal convictions using its existing process, requesting evidence of good character and rehabilitation. The department will then grant or deny criminal record clearance based on criteria outlined in the Health and Safety Code section 1337.9(c). This change in policy affects nursing homes and other healthcare facilities employing CNAs. Facilities should be aware of the updated certification process and ensure compliance with the new regulations. Non-compliance may result in denial of applications, or revocation or suspension of certificates.

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