CNA Certification Requirements: Training Hours and How to Apply (2026)
CNA requirements start with a federal 75-hour training floor. See how states add hours, the two-part exam, and the registry rules.
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What’s on the CNA Exam? Written Test and Skills Evaluation Explained
The CNA exam has a written test and a hands on skills evaluation. See the typical NNAAP structure, content areas, and how states vary.
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How Hard Is the CNA Exam? What to Expect and How to Prepare
No invented pass rates. Here is what actually makes the CNA written exam and skills evaluation hard, and how to prepare for both.
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What to Bring to the CNA Exam: Test Day Rules and What to Expect
What to bring to the CNA exam: ID rules, NNAAP skills evaluation specifics, the oral exam option, and why you must confirm your state’s exact rules.