This question is about certified nursing assistant certifications.

How long is CNA training?

By Zippia Team - Jan. 8, 2023

CNA training requires 75 hours of classroom and clinical training. Generally, out of the 75 total instruction hours, 16 of those are clinical hours, which includes hands-on training.

After completing these 75 hours of training, you must take and pass an exam before you can complete CNA training. The final exam includes both written and oral parts and a clinical examination. After passing the exam, you then must complete a competency evaluation. Once you pass that evaluation, you may begin working as a CNA.

Typically, CNA certification lasts two years. After these two years, if you have been working as a CNA, you can simply renew the license by paying a fee and submitting a form. If you have not been working, you may need to complete CNA training again.

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