Certification
Delaware CNA Requirements 2026: Hours and Exam
150 clock hours: 75 in the classroom and 75 of clinical training (16 Del. C. § 3002A).
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Written by Luis Fernando Garcia
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Steps
- Choose a state-approved program.
- Complete the 150 hours.
- Pass the state exam.
- Get listed on the state registry
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Checked 2026-10-22. HHA and PCA state requirements: pending.
Sources
- Delaware: https://legis.delaware.gov/SessionLaws?chapter=318&volume=79Official
- Delaware registry: https://dhss.delaware.gov/dhcq/dhcq/cna-registry/Official
- 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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