How long may an NHA license be carried in an inactive status?

An NHA license may be carried in inactive status for a duration of six years. This provision allows licensed nursing home administrators the flexibility to maintain their credentials without active practice for an extended period, should personal circumstances or career changes necessitate a temporary pause in their professional activities.

During this inactive period, individuals typically are not required to meet continuing education requirements or engage in the active practice of nursing home administration. Once they are ready to return to practice, they may often reactivate their license, provided they meet any specified requirements laid out by the licensing board, such as submission of a reactivation application or fulfilling continuing education obligations.

This policy is designed to support professionals in maintaining their license status and is reflective of the understanding that career paths can vary, allowing administrators the opportunity to return to their careers without losing their qualification status.