NY Home Health Aide License Not Valid in New Orleans

No. A New York Home Health Aide (HHA) certification does not transfer to Louisiana.

Why?

• Each state sets its own training, testing, and registry requirements
• NY: 75-hour training + competency exam → NYS Nurse Aide Registry
• LA: 75-hour training (different curriculum) + state exam → LA Nurse Aide Registry

To Work in New Orleans

1. Apply for reciprocity/endorsement with Louisiana Department of Health
2. May require:
   • Proof of current NY certification
   • Background check
   • Supplemental training (if curriculum gaps)
   • LA competency exam
3. Get listed on Louisiana Nurse Aide Registry

Employer Assistance

Many LA home health agencies sponsor reciprocity for out-of-state aides. Contact prospective employers directly.

Verify current rules at ldh.la.gov or call LA Nurse Aide Registry: 225-342-0138.