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Kansas CNA Requirements 2026: Hours and Exam

An approved 90-hour nurse aide course, at least 50% clinical instruction, then the state test (K.A.R. 28-39-165).

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Steps

  1. Choose a state-approved program.
  2. Complete the 90 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. Kansas: https://rules.ks.gov/browse/collections/0ae1e448-f5a1-4e09-9d6d-a488ac7c284a/policies/fa9900cb-9850-4944-823f-8267f56a4691Official
  2. Kansas registry: https://www.kdhe.ks.gov/Official
  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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