Missouri CNA Facts
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Scroll down to find out more about CNA Training requirements, Testing processes, Renewal Procedures and Employment Options for your state!
Training
Missouri requires 175 hours of CNA training in a state approved program, including 75 hours of classroom and 100 hours of clinical experiences.
Summary: 175 hours training
Testing
HEADMASTER performs CNA testing in Missouri. Qualifications for testing include:
- Training program completion must be within 1 year of test date.
EXAM FEES
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Exam Description
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Price
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Knowledge Test or Retake
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$30
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Oral Knowledge Test or Retake
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$40
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Skill Test or Retake
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$95
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Summary: $125 testing fee
Renewal
CNAs in STATE NAME are required to renew their CNA certification every 2 years.
The cost to renew is $20.
The requirements for renewal are:
- Perform paid nursing services of at least eight (8) hours in a twenty-four (24) consecutive month period of time
Summary: $20 renewal fee; 8 paid working hours required
Employment
The employment outlook for CNAs in Missouri is good. As of 2018, there are41,020 people employed as CNAs and it is projected to grow by 9% at 2028 making it to 44,730 employees. It’s projected annual job openings between 2018 – 2028 is 5, 180.
Summary: 9% projected growth
Pay
The average pay rate for CNAs in Missouri is $32,647 as of September 26, 2022, but the range typically falls between $29,754 and $36,050.
