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Kentucky CNA Requirements 2026: Hours and Exam

At least 75 clock hours of instruction, including at least 16 hours of supervised practical training, then the state competency exam for the State Registered Nurse Aide (SRNA) registry.

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Steps

  1. Choose a state-approved program.
  2. Complete the 75 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. Kentucky: https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/kar/titles/907/001/450/Official
  2. Kentucky registry: https://kbn.ky.gov/state-registered-nurse-aide/Pages/how-to-become-an-srna.aspxOfficial
  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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