Kentucky 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
Kentucky requires 75 hours of CNA training in a state approved program, including 16 hours of clinical experiences.
Summary: 75 hours training
Testing
Approved training centers performs CNA testing in Kentucky. Qualifications for testing include:
- New Nurse Aide Course Graduate
- Successfully completed a nurse aide training and competency evaluation program.
- Nursing Student
- You must have an official transcript.
- You must pay the following fees:
- Knowledge (written) and clinical skills tests – $75.00
- Knowledge (oral) and clinical skills tests – $75.00
Summary: $75 testing fee
Renewal
CNAs in Kentucky are required to renew their CNA certification every 2 years.
The cost to renew is free – $0.
The requirements for renewal are:
- You must have worked for 8 hours in a paid role of a nurse aide.
- 12 hours of continuing education is also required.
Summary:
8 paid working hours required;
12 hours CE required
Employment
The employment outlook for CNAs in Kentucky is good. As of 2018, there are 24,780 people employed as CNAs and it is projected to grow by 9% at 2028 making it to 26,940 employees. It’s projected annual job openings between 2018 – 2028 is 3, 110.
Summary: 9% projected growth
Pay
The average pay rate for CNAs in Kentucky is $32,235 as of September 26, 2022, but the range typically falls between $29,379 and $35,596.
