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Nursing Home Administrator License in Colorado

Quick Answer

To obtain a Nursing Home Administrator in Colorado, review the requirements from Department of Regulatory Agencies~Division of Professions & Occupations~State Board of Nursing Home Administrators.

Requirements

Nursing Home Administrator license in Colorado

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Education
Degree required
Exam
Third-party exam required
Continuing Education
Continuing education required to maintain license
Veterans Benefits
Military and spouses are exempt from licensure requirements

Licensing Agency

Department of Regulatory Agencies~Division of Professions & Occupations~State Board of Nursing Home Administrators

Nursing Home Administrator Salary in Colorado

Entry Level

$77,890

Median

$131,130

Experienced

$239,200

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics. Salary data is for informational purposes only.

How to Get Licensed

Step-by-step roadmap to becoming a licensed Nursing Home Administrator in Colorado.

  1. 1

    Complete Education Requirements

    Degree required

  2. 2

    Pass the Required Exam

    Third-party exam required

  3. 3

    Submit Your Application

    File your application with the licensing agency.

  4. 4

    Receive Your License

    Processing times vary. Check with your state licensing board for current timelines.

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Data from CareerOneStop (DOLETA/DEED). Last updated: February 14, 2026.