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South Dakota CNA Requirements 2026: Hours and Exam

75 hours: 16 hours of theory and skills before client contact, 43 hours of theory and supervised practice, and 16 hours of supervised clinical training.

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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. South Dakota: https://sdlegislature.gov/Rules/Administrative/20:48:18:09Official
  2. South Dakota registry: https://www.sdbon.org/ApprovedNATPs.aspNon-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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