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Temporary credential for military applicants

Temporary occupational authority while an eligible military applicant completes missing Oklahoma documentation or requirements.

Licensing authority: Oklahoma State Department of Health · Application information

Temporary military credential pending completion of Oklahoma requirements
Application
Complete application, applicable fee, lawful-presence affidavit and disclosure of all licensing applications, licenses and disciplinary or enforcement actions in other jurisdictions.
Background Check
Favorable criminal-history check under 63 O.S. § 1-1950.1; barrier offenses prevent issuance or renewal.
Character
Reputable and responsible character, suitable and qualified by training or institutional-administration experience.
Communication
Effective communication with persons and entities involved in administrator functions.
Degree Conflict
63 O.S. § 1-1949.3(D)(3) prohibits a four-year degree requirement for Tier 2 licensure. The Department reciprocity checklist nevertheless states:  Bachelor’s degree that meets the minimum requirements as required in OAC 310:679. The statute controls; the checklist demand is retained for the applicant.
Disclosures
Disclose all past and pending disciplinary actions, investigations, reprimands, suspensions, revocations or voluntary surrender. Department determines disqualification.
Exam Timing
Previous passing applicable NAB scores excuse repeating NAB tests when other reciprocity requirements are met; currently offered named examinations remain leaves.
Experience
Administrator-of-record for the past two consecutive years, or specific-license-type administration for at least two of the last three years.
Fees
Application and first issuance fees waived under 59 O.S. § 4100.8(D).
Formal Study
Proof of successful formal program of study or equivalent.
Lawful Presence
U.S. citizen or qualified alien lawfully residing in the United States; affidavit required.
Military Eligibility
Active-duty member or spouse with valid out-of-state occupational license and transfer or honorable-discharge documentation.
Minimum Age
At least 21 when licensed.
Nab Core Registration
NAB Core examination is required or accepted under OAC 310:679-10-3.1(c)(2)(C), 310:679-10-12(a) and the Department application materials. No CORE version is supplied in the frozen nationwide context; CORE is a condition pending nationwide registration.
Other License
Current license from another jurisdiction with substantially equivalent standards; no other state is researched.
Temporary Authority
59 O.S. § 4100.8(C) permits continued employment while missing documentation or Oklahoma requirements are obtained; recognized prior evidence, waiver and completion after issuance are applicant conditions.
Timeline
24 months to complete initial requirements; one year for reciprocity.
Truthfulness
Signed attestation of truthfulness.
Verification
Checklist asks for each licensing authority verification and freedom from pending complaints, investigations or unresolved discipline.

Provisional Long-Term Care Administrator License

Provisional license for up to six months to fill an unexpected facility vacancy, with a currently licensed administrator serving as consultant.

Licensing authority: Oklahoma State Department of Health · Application information

Provisional licensure to fill an unexpected facility vacancy
Oklahoma RCAL State Standards examination
Ait Restriction
A current AIT must previously have passed NAB NHA before a provisional license; this nursing-home-profession examination is an applicant condition.
Application
Complete application, applicable fee, lawful-presence affidavit and disclosure of all licensing applications, licenses and disciplinary or enforcement actions in other jurisdictions.
Background Check
Favorable criminal-history check under 63 O.S. § 1-1950.1; barrier offenses prevent issuance or renewal.
Character
Reputable and responsible character, suitable and qualified by training or institutional-administration experience.
Communication
Effective communication with persons and entities involved in administrator functions.
Consultant
On-site currently licensed Oklahoma consultant with at least two years experience in the same facility type; eight supervision hours weekly, at most ten days between visits.
Degree Conflict
OAC 310:679-10-5(c)(1) asks for a bachelor degree. 63 O.S. § 1-1949.3(D)(3) prohibits a four-year-degree requirement for Tier 2. The statute controls; the rule demand is retained.
Experience
At least two years long-term-care-facility experience.
Lawful Presence
U.S. citizen or qualified alien lawfully residing in the United States; affidavit required.
Minimum Age
At least 21 when licensed.
Nab Exemption
NAB passage not required before provisional issuance under 310:679-10-12(d).
Term
Six months; nonrenewable.
Timeline
24 months to complete initial requirements; one year for reciprocity.
Vacancy
One provisional license for up to six months; no further provisional license for the same facility within a year.

tier 2 rc/al license

One license permits administration of either residential care or assisted living facilities.

Licensing authority: Oklahoma State Department of Health · Application information

Annual license renewal
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Application
Updated contacts, administrator location, any preceptor history, lawful-presence affidavit and renewal fee.
Background Check
Must clear the renewal criminal-history check.
Continuing Education
16 clock hours per license year; first-year Tier 2 licensees 4.5 hours per quarter. Upload CE documentation; hardship extensions decided case by case.
Expiration
December 31; renewable for a calendar year.
Late Fees
100 dollars for each calendar week or portion under 310:679-7-2(c).

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2024-08-11.

Licensure by endorsement or reciprocity
Application
Complete application, applicable fee, lawful-presence affidavit and disclosure of all licensing applications, licenses and disciplinary or enforcement actions in other jurisdictions.
Background Check
Favorable criminal-history check under 63 O.S. § 1-1950.1; barrier offenses prevent issuance or renewal.
Character
Reputable and responsible character, suitable and qualified by training or institutional-administration experience.
Communication
Effective communication with persons and entities involved in administrator functions.
Degree Conflict
63 O.S. § 1-1949.3(D)(3) prohibits a four-year degree requirement for Tier 2 licensure. The Department reciprocity checklist nevertheless states:  Bachelor’s degree that meets the minimum requirements as required in OAC 310:679. The statute controls; the checklist demand is retained for the applicant.
Disclosures
Disclose all past and pending disciplinary actions, investigations, reprimands, suspensions, revocations or voluntary surrender. Department determines disqualification.
Exam Timing
Previous passing applicable NAB scores excuse repeating NAB tests when other reciprocity requirements are met; currently offered named examinations remain leaves.
Experience
Administrator-of-record for the past two consecutive years, or specific-license-type administration for at least two of the last three years.
Formal Study
Proof of successful formal program of study or equivalent.
Lawful Presence
U.S. citizen or qualified alien lawfully residing in the United States; affidavit required.
Minimum Age
At least 21 when licensed.
Nab Core Registration
NAB Core examination is required or accepted under OAC 310:679-10-3.1(c)(2)(C), 310:679-10-12(a) and the Department application materials. No CORE version is supplied in the frozen nationwide context; CORE is a condition pending nationwide registration.
Other License
Current license from another jurisdiction with substantially equivalent standards; no other state is researched.
Timeline
24 months to complete initial requirements; one year for reciprocity.
Truthfulness
Signed attestation of truthfulness.
Verification
Checklist asks for each licensing authority verification and freedom from pending complaints, investigations or unresolved discipline.
Initial licensure with a verified Health Services Executive qualification
Application
Complete application, applicable fee, lawful-presence affidavit and disclosure of all licensing applications, licenses and disciplinary or enforcement actions in other jurisdictions.
Background Check
Favorable criminal-history check under 63 O.S. § 1-1950.1; barrier offenses prevent issuance or renewal.
Character
Reputable and responsible character, suitable and qualified by training or institutional-administration experience.
Communication
Effective communication with persons and entities involved in administrator functions.
Education
High-school diploma, GED or higher education; no four-year degree may be required for Tier 2 under the statute.
Hse
Verified HSE qualification. OAC 310:679-10-12(c) excuses taking NAB tests before issuance; exemptions remain applicant conditions and do not remove currently offered named examinations.
Internship
Department instructions specify no internship for Tier 2 RCAL.
Lawful Presence
U.S. citizen or qualified alien lawfully residing in the United States; affidavit required.
Minimum Age
At least 21 when licensed.
Nab Core Registration
NAB Core examination is required or accepted under OAC 310:679-10-3.1(c)(2)(C), 310:679-10-12(a) and the Department application materials. No CORE version is supplied in the frozen nationwide context; CORE is a condition pending nationwide registration.
Passing Score Window
Training and passing examination scores must be completed within 24 months of initial application unless a qualifying waiver applies.
Readiness
Training instructor must attest to readiness before examination.
Timeline
24 months to complete initial requirements; one year for reciprocity.
Training
Department-approved training within 24 months, unless waived.
Training Waivers
Department may waive training for a NAB-accredited long-term-care-administration degree, previous Oklahoma RCAL licensure in good standing plus activity for at least two of the last five years, or documented adequate institutional-administration experience.
Waiver Reading
The waiver reference in 310:679-10-3.1(c) is read with 310:679-10-3(g) and 310:679-10-12(c); current State Standards passage and favorable background check remain.
Initial licensure by examination
Application
Complete application, applicable fee, lawful-presence affidavit and disclosure of all licensing applications, licenses and disciplinary or enforcement actions in other jurisdictions.
Background Check
Favorable criminal-history check under 63 O.S. § 1-1950.1; barrier offenses prevent issuance or renewal.
Character
Reputable and responsible character, suitable and qualified by training or institutional-administration experience.
Communication
Effective communication with persons and entities involved in administrator functions.
Education
High-school diploma, GED or higher education; no four-year degree may be required for Tier 2 under the statute.
Internship
Department instructions specify no internship for Tier 2 RCAL.
Lawful Presence
U.S. citizen or qualified alien lawfully residing in the United States; affidavit required.
Minimum Age
At least 21 when licensed.
Nab Core Registration
NAB Core examination is required or accepted under OAC 310:679-10-3.1(c)(2)(C), 310:679-10-12(a) and the Department application materials. No CORE version is supplied in the frozen nationwide context; CORE is a condition pending nationwide registration.
Passing Score Window
Training and passing examination scores must be completed within 24 months of initial application unless a qualifying waiver applies.
Readiness
Training instructor must attest to readiness before examination.
Timeline
24 months to complete initial requirements; one year for reciprocity.
Training
Department-approved training within 24 months, unless waived.
Training Waivers
Department may waive training for a NAB-accredited long-term-care-administration degree, previous Oklahoma RCAL licensure in good standing plus activity for at least two of the last five years, or documented adequate institutional-administration experience.
Expedited military licensure by endorsement or reciprocity
Application
Complete application, applicable fee, lawful-presence affidavit and disclosure of all licensing applications, licenses and disciplinary or enforcement actions in other jurisdictions.
Background Check
Favorable criminal-history check under 63 O.S. § 1-1950.1; barrier offenses prevent issuance or renewal.
Character
Reputable and responsible character, suitable and qualified by training or institutional-administration experience.
Communication
Effective communication with persons and entities involved in administrator functions.
Degree Conflict
63 O.S. § 1-1949.3(D)(3) prohibits a four-year degree requirement for Tier 2 licensure. The Department reciprocity checklist nevertheless states:  Bachelor’s degree that meets the minimum requirements as required in OAC 310:679. The statute controls; the checklist demand is retained for the applicant.
Disclosures
Disclose all past and pending disciplinary actions, investigations, reprimands, suspensions, revocations or voluntary surrender. Department determines disqualification.
Exam Timing
Previous passing applicable NAB scores excuse repeating NAB tests when other reciprocity requirements are met; currently offered named examinations remain leaves.
Experience
Administrator-of-record for the past two consecutive years, or specific-license-type administration for at least two of the last three years.
Fee Waiver
Application and first issuance fees waived under § 4100.8(D).
Formal Study
Proof of successful formal program of study or equivalent.
Lawful Presence
U.S. citizen or qualified alien lawfully residing in the United States; affidavit required.
Military Deadline
59 O.S. § 4100.8(B) calls for issuance within 30 days for a qualifying good-standing equivalent license.
Military Eligibility
Eligible active-duty member or spouse; valid out-of-state license, transfer or honorable-discharge documentation and substantially equivalent qualifications.
Military Exam Recognition
59 O.S. § 4100.7 does not automatically dispense with testing; examinations may be satisfied by recognized prior evidence.
Minimum Age
At least 21 when licensed.
Nab Core Registration
NAB Core examination is required or accepted under OAC 310:679-10-3.1(c)(2)(C), 310:679-10-12(a) and the Department application materials. No CORE version is supplied in the frozen nationwide context; CORE is a condition pending nationwide registration.
Other License
Current license from another jurisdiction with substantially equivalent standards; no other state is researched.
Timeline
24 months to complete initial requirements; one year for reciprocity.
Truthfulness
Signed attestation of truthfulness.
Verification
Checklist asks for each licensing authority verification and freedom from pending complaints, investigations or unresolved discipline.
Military renewal or extension of an existing Oklahoma license
No examination is required for this applicant pathway.
Extension
May continue during active duty and at least one year after discharge under 59 O.S. § 4100.6.
Renewal Relief
Applicable fees and renewal acts may be waived. CE relief follows military-duty circumstances and waiver request or performance of the profession as military duties.
Status
Existing Oklahoma license in good standing at activation; active-duty or deployed military service.

Official no-examination sources

Effective from 2024-08-11.

Initial licensure recognizing military education, training and experience
Application
Complete application, applicable fee, lawful-presence affidavit and disclosure of all licensing applications, licenses and disciplinary or enforcement actions in other jurisdictions.
Background Check
Favorable criminal-history check under 63 O.S. § 1-1950.1; barrier offenses prevent issuance or renewal.
Character
Reputable and responsible character, suitable and qualified by training or institutional-administration experience.
Communication
Effective communication with persons and entities involved in administrator functions.
Education
High-school diploma, GED or higher education; no four-year degree may be required for Tier 2 under the statute.
Internship
Department instructions specify no internship for Tier 2 RCAL.
Lawful Presence
U.S. citizen or qualified alien lawfully residing in the United States; affidavit required.
Military Recognition
Equivalent military education, training and experience are applied favorably to qualifications or examination eligibility; no automatic examination exemption.
Minimum Age
At least 21 when licensed.
Nab Core Registration
NAB Core examination is required or accepted under OAC 310:679-10-3.1(c)(2)(C), 310:679-10-12(a) and the Department application materials. No CORE version is supplied in the frozen nationwide context; CORE is a condition pending nationwide registration.
Passing Score Window
Training and passing examination scores must be completed within 24 months of initial application unless a qualifying waiver applies.
Readiness
Training instructor must attest to readiness before examination.
Timeline
24 months to complete initial requirements; one year for reciprocity.
Training
Department-approved training within 24 months, unless waived.
Training Waivers
Department may waive training for a NAB-accredited long-term-care-administration degree, previous Oklahoma RCAL licensure in good standing plus activity for at least two of the last five years, or documented adequate institutional-administration experience.
Initial licensure after previously holding an Oklahoma RCAL license
Application
Complete application, applicable fee, lawful-presence affidavit and disclosure of all licensing applications, licenses and disciplinary or enforcement actions in other jurisdictions.
Background Check
Favorable criminal-history check under 63 O.S. § 1-1950.1; barrier offenses prevent issuance or renewal.
Character
Reputable and responsible character, suitable and qualified by training or institutional-administration experience.
Communication
Effective communication with persons and entities involved in administrator functions.
Education
High-school diploma, GED or higher education; no four-year degree may be required for Tier 2 under the statute.
Internship
Department instructions specify no internship for Tier 2 RCAL.
Lawful Presence
U.S. citizen or qualified alien lawfully residing in the United States; affidavit required.
Minimum Age
At least 21 when licensed.
Nab Core Registration
NAB Core examination is required or accepted under OAC 310:679-10-3.1(c)(2)(C), 310:679-10-12(a) and the Department application materials. No CORE version is supplied in the frozen nationwide context; CORE is a condition pending nationwide registration.
Passing Score Window
Training and passing examination scores must be completed within 24 months of initial application unless a qualifying waiver applies.
Previous License
Current State Standards examination required for a previously licensed Oklahoma applicant. Training may be waived for good-standing prior licensure and long-term-care activity in at least two of the last five years.
Readiness
Training instructor must attest to readiness before examination.
Timeline
24 months to complete initial requirements; one year for reciprocity.
Training
Department-approved training within 24 months, unless waived.
Training Waivers
Department may waive training for a NAB-accredited long-term-care-administration degree, previous Oklahoma RCAL licensure in good standing plus activity for at least two of the last five years, or documented adequate institutional-administration experience.
Licensure under the Universal Licensing Recognition Act
Application
Complete application, applicable fee, lawful-presence affidavit and disclosure of all licensing applications, licenses and disciplinary or enforcement actions in other jurisdictions.
Background Check
Favorable criminal-history check under 63 O.S. § 1-1950.1; barrier offenses prevent issuance or renewal.
Character
Reputable and responsible character, suitable and qualified by training or institutional-administration experience.
Communication
Effective communication with persons and entities involved in administrator functions.
Criminal History
Required criminal-history checks are not waived.
Degree Conflict
63 O.S. § 1-1949.3(D)(3) prohibits a four-year degree requirement for Tier 2 licensure. The Department reciprocity checklist nevertheless states:  Bachelor’s degree that meets the minimum requirements as required in OAC 310:679. The statute controls; the checklist demand is retained for the applicant.
Disclosures
Disclose all past and pending disciplinary actions, investigations, reprimands, suspensions, revocations or voluntary surrender. Department determines disqualification.
Exam Equivalency
4. The person demonstrates a successful passage of an equivalent or substantially similar examination from another state or the examination for the Oklahoma examination requirement as determined by the Oklahoma regulatory entity; Any other state examination is a condition, never a leaf of this Oklahoma route.
Exam Timing
Previous passing applicable NAB scores excuse repeating NAB tests when other reciprocity requirements are met; currently offered named examinations remain leaves.
Experience
Administrator-of-record for the past two consecutive years, or specific-license-type administration for at least two of the last three years.
Formal Study
Proof of successful formal program of study or equivalent.
Lawful Presence
U.S. citizen or qualified alien lawfully residing in the United States; affidavit required.
Minimum Age
At least 21 when licensed.
Nab Core Registration
NAB Core examination is required or accepted under OAC 310:679-10-3.1(c)(2)(C), 310:679-10-12(a) and the Department application materials. No CORE version is supplied in the frozen nationwide context; CORE is a condition pending nationwide registration.
Other License
Current license from another jurisdiction with substantially equivalent standards; no other state is researched.
Residency
Move to and reside in Oklahoma, or accompany an active-duty spouse on permanent change of station; no conflicting compact or reciprocity agreement as determined by OSDH.
Residency Evidence
State-issued identification plus qualifying utility bill, resident tax filing, home ownership or 12-month lease, employment or notarized promise of employment, or other accepted proof.
Standing Duration
Qualifying out-of-state license maintained in good standing for at least one year; equivalent examination, education, experience and supervision.
Timeline
24 months to complete initial requirements; one year for reciprocity.
Truthfulness
Signed attestation of truthfulness.
Verification
Checklist asks for each licensing authority verification and freedom from pending complaints, investigations or unresolved discipline.

NAB National Residential Care/Assisted Living Administrators Line of Service Exam (RC/AL)

Provider
National Association of Long Term Care Administrator Boards (NAB); delivered at Pearson VUE test centers
Format
Objective multiple-choice items with four answer choices, one correct; line of service exam taken after or together with the separately scored CORE exam
Exam questions
75 (60 scored, 15 non-scored pretest)
Time limit
1 hour 30 minutes seat time; 1 hour and 10 minutes to answer questions
Passing score
Scaled score of 113 on a 50-150 scale
Exam fee
RC/AL only $190; CORE and RC/AL combo $480 (effective 2/1/2026)
Examination outline
  • Domain 1: Care, Services, and Supports (75% of the RC/AL exam) (75%)
    • 1A1 Quality of Care: Medical and Nursing Care Practices
    • 1A2 Quality of Care: Medication Management and Administration
    • 1A4 Quality of Care: Nutrition and Hydration (e.g., specialized diets)
    • 1A6 Quality of Care: Rehabilitation and Restorative Programs
    • 1A7 Quality of Care: Care Recipient Assessment and Interdisciplinary Care Planning
    • 1A8 Quality of Care: Clinical and Medical Records and Documentation Requirements (e.g., storage, retention, destruction)
    • 1A11 Quality of Care: Transition of Care (e.g., admission, move-in, transfer, discharge, and move-out)
    • 1B1 Quality of Life: Psychosocial Needs (e.g., social, spiritual, community, cultural)
    • 1B2 Quality of Life: Person-Centered Care and Comprehensive Care Planning
    • 1B3 Quality of Life: Care Recipient Bill of Rights and Responsibilities
    • 1B4 Quality of Life: Care Recipient Safety (e.g., fall prevention, elopement prevention, adverse events)
    • 1B5 Quality of Life: Care Recipient (and Representative) Grievance, Conflict, and Dispute Resolution
    • 1B6 Quality of Life: Care Recipient Advocacy (e.g., Ombudsman, resident and family council)
    • 1B7 Quality of Life: Care Recipient Decision-Making (e.g., capacity, power of attorney, guardianship, conservatorship, code status, advance directives, ethical decision-making)
    • 1B8 Quality of Life: Care Recipient (and Representative) Satisfaction
    • 1B14 Quality of Life: Restraint Usage and Reduction
    • 1B15 Quality of Life: Foodservice (e.g., choice and menu planning, dietary management, food storage and handling, dining services)
    • 1B16 Quality of Life: Social Services Programs
    • 1B17 Quality of Life: Therapeutic Recreation and Activity Programs
    • 1C3 Ancillary Services: Transportation for Care Recipients
    • 1C8 Ancillary Services: Volunteer Programs
  • Domain 2: Operations (12% of the RC/AL exam) (12%)
    • 2A5 Financial Management: Revenue and Reimbursement (e.g., PDPM, PDGM, ACOs, HMOs, Medicaid, private payors)
    • 2B7 Risk Management: Scope of Practice and Legal Liability
  • Domain 3: Environment and Quality (13% of the RC/AL exam) (13%)
    • 3A2 Care Setting: Person-Centered Environment (e.g., home-like environment)
    • 3B3 Regulatory Compliance: Certification and Licensure Requirements for the Organization
    • 3B4 Regulatory Compliance: Regulatory Survey and Inspection Process
Examination sources

Oklahoma RCAL State Standards examination

Provider
Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education Health Certification Project for OSDH
Passing score
75% or greater
Examination outline
  • Long-Term Care Administrator Licensing Act
  • OAC Chapter 679. Long-Term Care Administrators
  • Pharmacy: program for utilization of unused prescription drugs
  • Barbara E. Hoover Act
  • OAC Chapter 677. Nurse Aide Training and Certification
  • Continuum of Care and Assisted Living Act
  • OAC Chapter 663. Continuum of Care and Assisted Living
  • Residential Care Act
  • OAC Chapter 680. Residential Care Homes
Examination sources