Is 'ALD MN-NHA Approved' right for me?

This application option is best for individuals who are currently licensed by the board as a Nursing Home Administrator or who have completed an application and will be issued a license as a Nursing Home Administrator in Minnesota.

Please read the following question carefully, and if answering, NO, you may need to review other applicant types.

Are you currently licensed as a Nursing Home Administrator in Minnesota?
Are you currently an applicant for the Nursing Home Administrator License in Minnesota and anticipate that license to be issued prior to Assisted Living licensure?
Are you currently licensed in another state as a Nursing Home Administrator, and are planning to also become licensed in Minnesota as a Nursing Home Administrator prior to Assisted Living licensure?

Application Requirements
Licensure Requirements
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Application Requirements

Minimum Requirements to Apply
- Minimum education of a GED/ High school degree or higher (must have a bachelors degree to receive a Nursing Home Administrator License in Minnesota).
- Read and comprehend Minnesota Administrative Rules 6400.6950 to 6400.7095 Department of Health 144G rules relating to the licensure of assisted living facilities.
- Read and comprehend Department of Health 144G rules relating to the licensure of assisted living facilities.
Requirements to Achieve Licensure
- Graduate from an MN approved NHA program after January 2022 or taken the approved ALD program course.
- Be actively licensed as a nursing home administrator in the state of Minnesota. This license must also be in good standing.
- Pass the MN State ALD exam.
- Complete the mandatory Criminal Background Check
Applicants MUST apply through the BELTSS Online Portal website.
Before you apply you should:
1. Know your application type (i.e. ALD) and basis (e.g. ALDIR)
2. Read and comprehend Minnesota Administrative Rules 6400.6950 to 6400.7095 Department of Health 144G rules relating to the licensure of assisted living facilities.
3. Read and comprehend Department of Health 144G rules relating to the licensure of assisted living facilities.
4. The Board office uses email to connect with applicants. For specific status updates to your application please check the online portal. The comment section can not be replied to by applicants. You must email your inquiry to the BELTSS Board email.
5. Your application is open for 18-months from the day the form is filed with the Board. The CBC included in the application expires in 12 months.
6. You must pay the fee in full before your application is valid. Fee amounts can be found in Minnesota Statutes (2022) 144A.291 FEES. All fees are nonrefundable.
7. Register a BELTSS Online Portal account if you don't have an account already.
BELTSS Online Portal