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South Carolina CNA Requirements 2026: Hours and Exam

At least 100 hours: 60 classroom hours (including 20 documented skills hours) and 40 clinical hours.

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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. South Carolina: https://www.scdhhs.gov/sites/default/files/SC%20Nurse%20Aide%20Training%20Program%20Hours%20and%20Training%20Instructors%20Requirements.pdfOfficial
  2. South Carolina registry: https://scdhhs.gov/resources/programs-and-initiatives/long-term-living/nursing-facilities/nurse-aideOfficial
  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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