Montana CNA Facts
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Training
Montana requires 75 hours of CNA training in a state approved program, including 50 classroom hours, and 25 hours of clinical experiences.
Summary: 75 hours training
Testing
HEADMASTER performs CNA testing in Montana. Qualifications for testing include:
- Training program completion must be within six (6) months of test date.
Challenging the state exam is allowed in Montana. If you fail in the exam, you are not allowed to retest until you have completed a MT DPHHS approved training program. A list of approved training programs is available on the MT DPHHS website, www.cna.mt.gov.
EXAM FEES
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Exam Description
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Fees
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Knowledge Test or Retake
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$20
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Oral Knowledge Test or Retake
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$31
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Skill Test or Retake
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$77
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Summary: $97 testing fee
Renewal
CNAs in Montana are required to renew their CNA certification every 2 years.
The cost to renew is free – $0.
The requirements for renewal are:
- Worked and received a wage as a CNA in the past 24 months.
Summary: Free renewal
Employment
The employment outlook for CNAs in Montana is good. As of 2018, there are 6, 170 people employed as CNAs and it is projected to grow by 8% at 2028 making it to 6,630 employees. It’s projected annual job openings between 2018 – 2028 is 760.
Summary: 8% projected growth
Pay
The average pay rate for CNAs in Montana is $29,695 as of September 26, 2022, but the range typically falls between $26,991 and $33,361.
