Nevada CNA Facts

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Training

Nevada requires 75 hours of CNA training in a state approved program, including 16 hours of classroom hours. 

Summary: 75 hours training

Testing

HEADMASTER performs CNA testing in Nevada. Qualifications for testing include:

  1. Must have completed the 75-hour state approved training.
You can review the Candidate Handbook for more information regarding testing.

EXAM FEES

Exam Description
Fees
Knowledge Test or Retake
$52.50
Oral Knowledge Test or Retake
$62.50
Skill Test or Retake
$97.50

Summary: $105 testing fees

Renewal

CNAs in Nevada are required to renew their CNA certification every 2 years.

The cost to renew is $50.

The requirements for renewal are:

  1. You must have completed 24 continuing education (CE) hours.
  2. You must have practiced at least 40 hours as a CNA within the previous two years.

For more information regarding the renewal process, you can click here for the Renewal FAQs.

Summary: $50 renewal fee

Employment

The employment outlook for CNAs in Nevada is good. As of 2018, there are 7,180 people employed as CNAs and it is projected to grow by 41% at 2028 making it to 10,120 employees. It’s projected annual job openings between 2018 – 2028 is 1,340.

Summary: 41% projected growth

Pay

The average pay rate for CNAs in Nevada is $35,113 as of September 26, 2022, but the range typically falls between $32,002 and $38,773.

Summary: $35,113 average pay