CNA classes in Kentucky
What Kentucky requires to become a certified nursing assistant, how long it takes, and how to find approved programs near you.
- Required training
- At least 75 hours
- Exam
- State competency exam: written + skills
- After you pass
- Listed on Kentucky's nurse aide registry
- Median pay (U.S.)
- $42,260/yr · BLS, May 2025
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- Choose a Kentucky state-approved nurse aide training program.
- Complete at least 75 hours of classroom, lab and supervised clinical training.
- Pass Kentucky's competency exam (written or oral test plus a skills test).
- Get listed on the Kentucky nurse aide registry and start applying for jobs.
Frequently asked questions
How many hours is CNA training in Kentucky?
Kentucky requires at least 75 hours of state-approved nurse aide training, the federal minimum.
How long does it take to become a CNA in Kentucky?
With 75 required hours, most Kentucky students finish in about 2 to 5 weeks, depending on whether the class is full-time, part-time or hybrid.
Can I take CNA classes online in Kentucky?
Partly. Many Kentucky programs put the classroom portion online, but lab and clinical hours must be done in person.
How much do CNAs make?
The national median pay for nursing assistants was $42,260 a year in May 2025, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Pay in Kentucky varies by city and employer.
Requirements change. Confirm current rules with Kentucky's nurse aide registry before you enroll.
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