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Connecticut CNA Requirements 2026: Hours and Exam

A DPH-approved nurse aide training program of at least 100 hours, coordinated by an RN, with 16 hours before any resident contact.

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Steps

  1. Choose a state-approved program.
  2. Complete the 100 hours.
  3. Pass the state exam.
  4. Get listed on the state registry

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Checked 2026-10-22. HHA and PCA state requirements: pending.

Sources

  1. Connecticut: https://portal.ct.gov/dph/facility-licensing--investigations/health-care-quality/nurse-aide-training-program-informationOfficial
  2. Connecticut registry: https://portal.ct.gov/dph/practitioner-licensing--investigations/nurseaide/nurse-aide-registrationOfficial
  3. 42 CFR 483.152: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-42/chapter-IV/subchapter-G/part-483/subpart-D/section-483.152Official

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