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Certified Nursing Assistant
Total cost: $118+
Governing Authority
Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) – Practitioner Licensing and Investigations Section
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100 hrs
Training Hours
Prometric Inc.
Exam Provider
$118+
Total Initial Fees
24 months
Renewal Period
12 hrs
CE Hours
Must document one 8-hour shift for compensation as a CNA or in a position providing direct personal/nursing care during the two-year period immediately preceding the current expiration date
Work Hours Req
Regulatory Information
VerifiedGoverning Authority
Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) – Practitioner Licensing and Investigations Section
(860) 509-7603 – Press Option #1
Program Approval Body
Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) – Practitioner Licensing and Investigations Section
State-Approved Training Program Required
Regulated by the Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) – Practitioner Licensing and Investigations Section
State-Approved Training Program
Training Hours Breakdown
100
Total Hours
84
Classroom
16
Clinical
Program Approval Body
Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) – Practitioner Licensing and Investigations Section
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Exam Requirements
VerifiedRequired
Written Exam
Available
Oral Exam Option
Required
Skills Evaluation
Exam Provider
Prometric Inc.
Written Exam Details
60
Questions
90 min
Time Limit
70%
Passing Score
Skills Evaluation Details
5
Skills Tasks
30 min
Time Limit
Attempts Allowed
Unlimited within 24-month window
Retest Waiting Period
Unlimited retakes allowed within 24 months of training completion; no waiting period specified between attempts
Overall licensing difficulty: 1/100
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CNA Competency Exam
Questions
60 questions
Time Limit
90 minutes
Passing Score
70%
Administered By
Prometric Inc.
Cost of failing
Retake fee: $118Invest in preparation to pass the first time.
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Minimum Age
Education
Background Check
Fingerprinting
Immunizations Required
TB Test Required
Abuse Registry Check
Physical Exam Required
CPR Certification
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| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Training Program Fee Varies by program; employers of nurse aides in Medicare/Medicaid facilities must cover training costs | $625–$1,400 |
Competency Exam Fee Clinical skills + written test: $118; oral test option: $128; retakes: $73 (skills only) or $45–$55 (knowledge only); paid to Prometric | $118 |
State Registration Fee No state registration fee charged by DPH | $0 |
Background Check Fee Fingerprinting required; cost varies by provider | Varies |
Total Initial Fees Exam fee plus background check costs (excludes training program tuition) | $118+ |
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Scope of Practice
VerifiedAllowed Duties
Restricted Duties
Supervision Requirements
Must work under the supervision of a licensed nurse (RN or LPN)
Approved Work Settings
Renewal & CE Requirements
Verified24 months
Renewal Period
Must document one 8-hour shift for compensation as a CNA or in a position providing direct personal/nursing care during the two-year period immediately preceding the current expiration date
Work Requirement
12
In-Service/CE Hours
Renewal Fee
$0 (no fee for renewal)
No renewal fee; employers submit employment verification form
Late Renewal Fee
N/A
No renewal fee; if lapsed, must apply for reinstatement or retrain
Inactive Reinstatement
Must complete a new training program and pass the competency exam if certification has lapsed for more than 24 months without qualifying employment
Regulatory Board
CNAs must maintain active certification by meeting work hour requirements and completing in-service training within each renewal cycle. Failure to renew may require retaking the competency exam.
Out-of-State Reciprocity
VerifiedAccepts Out-of-State CNA Certification
Transfer Process
Out-of-state CNAs may apply under Route 7 (Reciprocity) by submitting proof of active certification and paying a $55 non-refundable fee; no exam required
Additional Requirements for Transfer
Out-of-state CNAs typically need to apply for reciprocity through the state's nurse aide registry. Verification of active, good-standing status on the originating state's registry is usually required.
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Connecticut stands out by requiring 25 hours of specialized training in managing challenging behaviors (in addition to 75 core hours) and mandatory PTSD/mental health screening training. Unlike most states, Connecticut allows unlimited exam retakes within the 24-month window rather than limiting to 3 attempts. Prometric also maintains the Connecticut Nurse Aide Registry directly. No state registration or renewal fees are charged.
Connecticut requires 100 training hours (75 core + 25 behavioral management), exceeding the federal OBRA minimum of 75 hours
Connecticut uniquely requires 25 hours of specialized training in managing challenging behaviors
2 hours of PTSD and mental health screening training is also mandatory
The competency exam is administered by Prometric
Unlimited exam retakes allowed within the 24-month window (unlike most states that limit to 3)
No state registration or renewal fees are charged by DPH
Reciprocity applicants pay a $55 fee and do not need to retest
Training program must be coordinated by an RN with at least 2 years experience, 1 year in a nursing home
There is no interstate compact for CNAs. Transfer between states requires reciprocity application to the new state's Nurse Aide Registry.
DPH has contracted with Prometric to manage the CNA Registry
Program must be coordinated by a Registered Nurse with at least 2 years experience, one of which must be in a licensed chronic convalescent and nursing home
CNA requirements in nearby states
| State | Total Cost | Timeline | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut (you) | $118+ | 7–21 wks | |
| Massachusetts | $100 | 7–21 wks | → |
| New York | $115 | 7–21 wks | → |
| Rhode Island | $205 | 7–22 wks | → |
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Connecticut requires 100 hours of training and passage of the Prometric Inc. competency exam to become a Certified Nursing Assistant. All certification is managed through the Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) – Practitioner Licensing and Investigations Section.
Requirements vary by state. Always verify current requirements with your state Board of Nursing.