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Ohio CNA Requirements 2026: Hours and Exam

At least 75 hours: 16 classroom hours before resident contact, then at least 59 more, including 16 hours of supervised clinical experience in a long-term care facility.

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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. Ohio: https://codes.ohio.gov/ohio-administrative-code/rule-3701-18-12Official
  2. Ohio registry: https://odh.ohio.gov/know-our-programs/nurse-aide-training-and-competency-evaluation-program-NATCEP/establishing-natcepOfficial
  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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