Register to take the State Test

You can use this link to register to take the State Exam once you have fulfilled all of the classroom and clinical requirements.

 As of 07/05/2023, nurse aides and applicants for nurse aide certification will apply via Texas Unified License Information Portal (TULIP), a web-based licensure system designed specifically for licensed long-term care providers and licensees.  TULIP will allow Nurse Aides to complete all certification and application functions online.  For assistance with using TULIP, see user guide link on the TULIP landing page. Log into TULIP to create an account, login and reset password