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How to become a CNA in West Virginia. Training: 120 hours required. Exam provider: Professional Healthcare Development (PHD). Total initial fees: $175. Verified 2026-03-21. Data verified 2026-03-21. Source: LicenseMap (getlicensemap.com).
Certified Nursing Assistant
Governing Authority
West Virginia Office of Health Facility Licensure and Certification (OHFLAC)
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120 hrs
Training Hours
Professional Healthcare Development (PHD)
Exam Provider
$175
Total Initial Fees
2 years
Renewal Period
12 hrs
CE Hours
Must have performed at least 8 consecutive hours of paid nursing-related work in an approved facility during the 24-month renewal period
Work Hours Req
Regulatory Information
VerifiedGoverning Authority
West Virginia Office of Health Facility Licensure and Certification (OHFLAC)
304-558-0050
Program Approval Body
West Virginia OHFLAC (Office of Health Facility Licensure and Certification)
State-Approved Training Program Required
Regulated by the West Virginia Office of Health Facility Licensure and Certification (OHFLAC)
State-Approved Training Program
Training Hours Breakdown
120
Total Hours
65
Classroom
55
Clinical
Program Approval Body
West Virginia OHFLAC (Office of Health Facility Licensure and Certification)
Topics Covered
Exam Requirements
VerifiedRequired
Written Exam
Available
Oral Exam Option
Required
Skills Evaluation
Exam Provider
Professional Healthcare Development (PHD)
Written Exam Details
60
Questions
90 min
Time Limit
70%
Passing Score
Skills Evaluation Details
5
Skills Tasks
30 min
Time Limit
Attempts Allowed
3
Retest Waiting Period
Must pass both parts within 24 months of training completion; 3 attempts allowed
Minimum Age
Education
Background Check
Fingerprinting
Immunizations Required
TB Test Required
Abuse Registry Check
Physical Exam Required
CPR Certification
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
Training Program Fee Varies by program; some employers cover training costs | $725–$1,560 |
Competency Exam Fee Written + Skills exam $140; Oral + Skills exam $180. Paid to Professional Healthcare Development (PHD) | $140 |
State Registration Fee No separate registration fee; added to registry upon passing exam | $0 |
Background Check Fee Background check fee | $35 |
Total Initial Fees Total of exam fee ($140) and background check ($35); excludes training program tuition | $175 |
Scope of Practice
Mostly verifiedAllowed Duties
Restricted Duties
Supervision Requirements
Must work under the supervision of a licensed nurse (RN or LPN)
Approved Work Settings
Renewal & CE Requirements
Verified2 years
Renewal Period
Must have performed at least 8 consecutive hours of paid nursing-related work in an approved facility during the 24-month renewal period
Work Requirement
12
In-Service/CE Hours
Renewal Fee
$0
No renewal fee
Late Renewal Fee
N/A
If certification lapses, must retest or retrain
Inactive Reinstatement
Must retake and pass the competency exam if certification has lapsed; if lapsed more than 24 months, must complete new training program
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
Must apply for reciprocity through OHFLAC, provide verification of active certification from previous state
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.
West Virginia requires 120 training hours (65 classroom + 55 clinical). Uses PHD for testing (not Pearson VUE). Skills evaluation uses a unique 300-point scoring scale (min 225 to pass). No renewal fee. OHFLAC oversees the nurse aide program.
West Virginia requires 120 training hours with 55 hours of clinical, exceeding the federal OBRA minimum significantly
The competency exam is administered by Professional Healthcare Development (PHD), not Pearson VUE
Skills evaluation uses a 300-point scale (minimum 225 to pass), unique scoring system
OHFLAC (Office of Health Facility Licensure and Certification) oversees the nurse aide program
No renewal fee
Oral exam available for $180 (vs $140 for written + skills)
Contact PHD at (304) 733-6145 for exam scheduling
There is no interstate compact for CNAs. Transfer between states requires reciprocity application to the new state's Nurse Aide Registry.
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How this state compares to 50 others for this profession
Timeline
#23 of 51
Salary
#46 of 51
Cost
#35 of 51
Processing
#1 of 51
Based on May 2024 Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data for Nursing Assistants (SOC 31-1131)
Entry Level
$33,020
25th percentile
Median
$36,340
-8% vs. national avg ($39,530)Experienced
$39,090
75th percentile
Wage Distribution (Annual)
8,860 employed in this state
Source: BLS OEWS – Nursing Assistants (May 2024)
National employment projections for 2024-2034
Projected Growth
+4.1%
Average GrowthNew Jobs
+57,000
over 10 years
Annual Openings
182,300
per year (avg.)
1.4M currently employed nationwide (2024)
Source: BLS Employment Projections 2024-2034 (September 2025)
Nursing Career Ladder+235% salary growth potential
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$36,340
State-approved training program (4-12 weeks)
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CNA
State-approved training program (4-12 weeks)
$36,340
Practical nursing program (12-18 months) + NCLEX-PN
$49,850
ADN or BSN degree + NCLEX-RN
$79,990
MSN or DNP + national certification
$121,640
Salary data from BLS OEWS May 2024 for this state. Career paths represent common advancement routes — actual progression may vary. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Occupational Outlook Handbook
Government fees and exam costs to obtain your initial license
Note: These are government licensing fees only. Education/training program costs (tuition, books, etc.) are not included as they vary widely by institution.
Estimated total: 7–22 weeks
Timeline estimated from licensing requirements on this page.
2–6 weeks
Estimated processing time
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West Virginia requires 120 hours of training and passage of the Professional Healthcare Development (PHD) competency exam to become a Certified Nursing Assistant. All certification is managed through the West Virginia Office of Health Facility Licensure and Certification (OHFLAC).
Requirements vary by state. Always verify current requirements with your state Board of Nursing.