Kentucky SRNA Exam 2026: The Complete State Registered Nurse Aide Guide
In Kentucky, a Certified Nursing Assistant is officially called a State Registered Nurse Aide (SRNA) — but the job is the same: deliver hands-on personal care to residents in long-term care facilities, hospitals, hospice, and home-health settings under a licensed nurse's supervision. To work as an SRNA in Kentucky, you must complete a 75-hour state-approved training program, pass a two-part competency evaluation administered by the Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS) using the D&S Headmaster TMU platform, and be listed on the Kentucky Nurse Aide Registry (KNAR) maintained by the Kentucky Board of Nursing (KBN) in cooperation with the Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS) / Kentucky Medicaid.
Kentucky is unique: it does NOT use Credentia, Pearson VUE, or Prometric. KCTCS is the sole approved testing vendor statewide, and scheduling runs through ky.tmutest.com. This guide walks you through everything Kentucky-specific: the KCTCS written test, the 5-of-34 skills evaluation, fees around $135, the 3-attempts / 1-year rule, 24-month registry renewal, reciprocity from other states, and the KBN portal that replaced physical SRNA cards under 907 KAR 1:450. Every claim below is cross-referenced against KBN, CHFS, and KCTCS official sources for 2026.
Quick-Look: Kentucky SRNA Exam at a Glance
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Official Name | State Registered Nurse Aide (SRNA) |
| Regulator | Kentucky Board of Nursing (KBN) + CHFS / Kentucky Medicaid |
| Test Vendor | Kentucky Community & Technical College System (KCTCS) — uses D&S Headmaster TMU |
| Training Required | 75 hours minimum (59 classroom/lab + 16 supervised clinical) |
| Written Questions | 75–100 multiple-choice (varies by KCTCS form) |
| Written Time | 2 hours |
| Written Passing Score | 70% (≈ 52+ / 75 correct) |
| Skills Tested | 5 randomly drawn from a list of 34 |
| Skills Time | 30 minutes (must pass 4 of 5 with critical steps) |
| Skills Passing Score | 70% per skill, all asterisked critical steps |
| Total Fee (BCTC rate) | $135 ($45 written + $90 skills); many sites $115 ($40 + $95 at Headmaster TMU) |
| Oral Version | $55 in place of $40 written |
| Attempts Allowed | 3 within 1 year of training completion |
| Renewal | Every 24 months — ≥ 8 paid nursing hours under licensed nurse supervision |
| Minimum Age | 18 (most programs) |
| SRNA Card | Physical cards no longer issued — verify via KBN Nurse Portal |
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How Kentucky SRNA Differs From a Generic CNA Exam
Most "CNA" material online is written for the national NNAAP / Credentia / Pearson VUE exam. Kentucky does NOT use that pathway. If you study generic CNA material you will be blindsided by these Kentucky-specific differences:
- The title is SRNA, not CNA. Kentucky statutes, employers, and the KBN portal use "State Registered Nurse Aide." Your certificate will say SRNA.
- KCTCS is the sole testing vendor. Every Kentucky candidate tests through a KCTCS college (Bluegrass, Southcentral, Jefferson, Ashland, Madisonville, Owensboro, etc.) or online via the
ky.tmutest.comportal — never through Credentia or Prometric. - Skills list is 34, not 23–25. Kentucky's skill pool is one of the largest in the country. You only demonstrate 5, but any of 34 can appear.
- 4-of-5 skills passing rule. You can technically miss one of the five skills and still pass the skills portion, provided you hit 70% overall and complete all critical (asterisked) steps.
- Two-hour written exam. Kentucky gives you more time than most states (Ohio 90 min, Georgia 90 min) — use it.
- No physical SRNA card. Since 907 KAR 1:450 was updated, KBN no longer issues or replaces printed SRNA cards. Employers verify status through the KBN Nurse Portal online.
- 1-year / 3-attempt window. Employed aides have just 4 months from hire to complete training AND pass; non-employed candidates get 1 year from training completion.
- Renewal is work-hour based, not CEU-based. 8 paid nursing hours in 24 months under licensed nurse supervision = registry stays active.
Kentucky SRNA Prerequisites (Before You Enroll)
Before a KCTCS or CHFS-approved program will accept you — and before you can sit for the KCTCS exam — Kentucky requires:
- Minimum age 18 for most state-approved programs (a handful of high-school HOSA partner programs accept 16 with parental consent).
- High school diploma or GED (required by the vast majority of programs and every Kentucky long-term care employer).
- Criminal background check — Kentucky uses AOC (Administrative Office of the Courts) and the Kentucky Nurse Aide Abuse Registry. Convictions for abuse, neglect, exploitation of a vulnerable adult, or drug diversion are permanent disqualifiers under 906 KAR 1:100.
- TB screening — two-step PPD (Mantoux) or IGRA blood test with results within the past 12 months; positive PPD requires a clear chest X-ray.
- Immunizations: MMR, Tdap, varicella, hepatitis B series (or declination), annual flu, COVID-19 per clinical-site policy.
- Physical exam / health statement within the past 12 months stating you can lift 50 lbs and stand 8 hours.
- Valid Social Security card (bring original to test day — no photo, no copy).
- Government-issued photo ID with signature (driver's license, state ID, passport).
Step 1: Complete a 75-Hour State-Approved Training Program
Federal OBRA law sets a 75-hour floor under 42 CFR 483.152. Kentucky adopts that minimum exactly:
- 59 hours classroom + skills lab (theory: communication, infection control, safety, residents' rights, mental health, ADLs, basic nursing skills, restorative services)
- 16 hours supervised clinical at a Kentucky-licensed long-term care facility (hands-on resident care under an RN)
Key rules:
- The program must be CHFS / Kentucky Medicaid approved under 907 KAR 1:450 — verify with the provider before paying tuition. Non-approved training does NOT qualify you for the exam.
- You cannot begin direct resident care until you have completed a 16-hour pre-clinical module (basic safety, infection control, residents' rights, communication, and abuse recognition).
- Programs typically run 3 to 10 weeks (full-time accelerated to part-time evenings).
- Tuition: $600–$1,300. Nursing facilities often offer free training in exchange for a 90-day to 12-month employment commitment.
- Employer-sponsored accelerated path: Kentucky nursing facilities may employ you as a nurse aide for up to 4 months while you complete training and testing — federal law (42 CFR 483.156) and KY regulation allow it, and most facilities reimburse the exam fee on Day 1 of employment.
- Training providers include KCTCS community colleges, the UK College of Nursing SRNA program, private career schools, high school HOSA programs, Red Cross Kentucky, and in-house nursing facility programs.
Step 2: Register for the KCTCS / D&S Headmaster Exam
After your training program submits your name to KCTCS Nurse Aide Testing, you'll receive TMU login credentials. Plan around these facts:
- Scheduling: Online via the TestMaster Universe (TMU) portal at ky.tmutest.com — this is the D&S Headmaster scheduling system that KCTCS uses. You'll create an account using the same legal name on your Social Security card.
- Fees (2026): Vary slightly by KCTCS college. Bluegrass CTC charges $45 written + $90 skills = $135 total. Other sites using the TMU fee schedule charge $40 written + $95 skills = $115 total. Oral version: $55 in place of written.
- Test sites: KCTCS colleges statewide — Bluegrass (Lexington), Jefferson (Louisville), Southcentral (Bowling Green), Ashland, Madisonville, Owensboro, Hazard, Somerset, Maysville, Hopkinsville, and others. Online written exams are also available via TMU online proctoring.
- Processing: Results emailed to your TMU account within 48 hours to 30 days depending on the KCTCS site (BCTC: 48 hours; statewide registry update: up to 30 days).
- Plan for 5 hours at the test site for both portions on a combined day.
- Reschedule rule: Contact your KCTCS testing office at least 3 business days before your scheduled date or forfeit the fee; late rescheduling requires repayment.
- Good financial standing with KCTCS is required — if you have outstanding tuition, book, or fee balances at any KCTCS college, you will be blocked from sitting for the state exam until balances clear.
- Results emailed within 48 hours of your exam through the TMU account email (BCTC policy; statewide KBN registry update follows within 10–30 days).
- KCTCS Nurse Aide Testing contact: (877) 528-2748 · NurseAideTesting@kctcs.edu
- BCTC local testing office: (859) 246-6723 · bl-nurseaidetesting@kctcs.edu
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Step 3: Master the Written Knowledge Test (2 Hours)
The Kentucky SRNA knowledge test has 75 to 100 multiple-choice questions (exact count varies by form) delivered on the KCTCS TMU platform in paper-based, computer-based, or oral (audio) format. You have 2 hours (roughly 72–96 seconds per question — comfortable pace). The content blueprint follows the federal OBRA domains under 42 CFR 483.152:
| Content Domain | % of Exam | What's Tested |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Nursing Skills | ~25% | Vital signs, I&O, positioning, ROM, catheter care, skin integrity |
| Personal Care Skills (ADLs) | ~15% | Bathing, oral care, perineal care, grooming, dressing, toileting |
| Mental Health & Social Services | ~10% | Dementia, depression, anxiety, cultural & spiritual needs |
| Restorative Services | ~8% | Mobility aids, ambulation, self-care promotion, rehabilitation |
| Safety & Emergency | ~10% | Falls, fire (RACE/PASS), choking, restraints, body mechanics |
| Infection Control | ~10% | Standard precautions, PPE order, isolation, chain of infection |
| Communication & Interpersonal | ~7% | Verbal/nonverbal, active listening, barriers, therapeutic responses |
| Residents' Rights | ~8% | OBRA rights, HIPAA, abuse/neglect reporting, advance directives |
| Role of the Nurse Aide | ~7% | Scope of practice, chain of command, delegation, professionalism |
Passing score: 70% (a raw score of approximately 52 correct on a 75-question form). Oral version questions are read aloud through headphones on the same timer.
Five Highest-Yield Written-Test Topics (Kentucky-Specific)
- Standard vs. transmission-based precautions — when to use gown, gloves, mask, or N95; contact vs. droplet vs. airborne isolation.
- Residents' rights under OBRA + Kentucky elder abuse reporting (KRS 209) — refusal of care, privacy, freedom from restraint, grievance.
- Abuse and neglect reporting — Kentucky mandatory-reporter rules (KRS 209.030), immediate verbal report to charge nurse, written incident report within 24 hours.
- Restraint alternatives and application — Kentucky tests restraint use, quick-release knots, and 15-minute safety checks.
- Recognizing change-in-condition — vital sign abnormalities, skin breakdown staging, mental-status shifts, choking/aspiration signs.
Step 4: Master All 34 Kentucky Skills (You'll Demonstrate 5)
On skills test day, you will perform 5 randomly drawn tasks in 30 minutes (about 6 minutes each). Hand Washing is always one of the five. You must score 70% overall AND complete every asterisked critical step. Missing a critical step = automatic fail on that skill. You can still pass the skills portion if you hit 4 of 5 skills correctly, provided the overall score stays at 70% or above.
The Kentucky 34-Skill Pool
Kentucky's skill list is drawn from the KCTCS SRNA Skills Manual and covers hand hygiene, vital signs, personal care, transfers, positioning, ROM, catheter and output measurement, feeding, denture care, PPE, antiembolic stockings, and bed making. Representative high-frequency skills:
| # | Skill | High-Risk Critical Steps |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hand Washing | 20-sec lather, water never above elbows, paper towel to turn off faucet |
| 2 | Donning and Removing PPE (gown + gloves) | Gown first going on, gloves first coming off |
| 3 | Ambulation with Gait Belt | Belt over clothing, two fingers fit, walk on weak side |
| 4 | Ambulation with Walker | Walker first, weak leg next, strong leg last |
| 5 | Measure & Record Radial Pulse | Full 60 seconds — no half-minute doubling |
| 6 | Count & Record Respirations | Count silently — never tell resident |
| 7 | Manual Blood Pressure | Cuff 1 inch above antecubital space, artery marker aligned |
| 8 | Electronic Blood Pressure | Cuff sized to arm, recorded in mm Hg |
| 9 | Measure & Record Weight (Ambulatory) | Scale balanced to zero, shoes off |
| 10 | Measure & Record Urinary Output | Measure in mL, gloves on, empty drainage bag below bladder |
| 11 | Catheter Care (Female) | Front to back, fresh washcloth surface, anchor the tubing |
| 12 | Perineal Care (Female) | Front to back, single stroke, fresh surface per stroke |
| 13 | Modified Bed Bath | Eyes inner-to-outer, change water when cool/soiled |
| 14 | Mouth Care | HOB up, gloves, swab for inspection |
| 15 | Denture Care | Sink lined with towel, cool water only, no hot water |
| 16 | Dressing Resident with Weak Arm | Weak arm in first, strong arm out first |
| 17 | Feeding Dependent Resident | HOB ≥ 30°, verify diet, check temp, allow swallow |
| 18 | Position Resident on Side | Pillow support, body alignment, call light within reach |
| 19 | Transfer Bed → Wheelchair with Gait Belt | Lock wheels, weak side near chair, count to 3 |
| 20 | Transfer Wheelchair → Bed with Gait Belt | Lock wheels, footrests up, pivot on strong leg |
| 21 | Bedpan & Output | Privacy, raise HOB if allowed, measure in mL |
| 22 | Antiembolic Stocking, One Leg | Supine, no twists, heel aligned |
| 23 | Modified PROM, Shoulder | Support elbow and wrist, stop at resistance/pain |
| 24 | Modified PROM, Knee and Ankle | Support above and below joint, never push past pain |
| 25 | Nail Care, One Hand | Soak, file straight across, no clipping diabetics |
| 26 | Hair Care | Detangle ends first, ask resident preference |
| 27 | Foot Care, One Foot | Soak, dry between toes, lotion not between toes |
| 28 | Make Occupied Bed | Raise side rail, log roll, no shaking linens |
| 29 | Make Unoccupied Bed | Mitered corners, wrinkle-free |
| 30 | Abdominal Thrust — Conscious Choking | Verify choking, fist above navel, confirm dislodged |
| 31 | Assist with Bedpan and Measure Output | Privacy, gloves, record mL |
| 32 | Provide Partial Bath (Face, Arm, Hand, Underarm) | Fresh water, inner-to-outer eye, dry skinfolds |
| 33 | Measure & Record Temperature (Oral/Tympanic) | Wait 15 min if resident ate/drank hot or cold |
| 34 | Assist Resident to Ambulate to Chair | Gait belt, non-skid footwear, weak side support |
(Exact numbering and wording follow the current KCTCS SRNA Skills Manual. Your training program will provide the authoritative checklist.)
The 5 "Always Graded" Critical Steps on EVERY Skill
Before every skill (not just hand washing), perform these or you fail the skill:
- Knock and greet the resident by name
- Identify yourself and explain the procedure
- Wash hands (or use alcohol-based hand rub if allowed for that skill)
- Provide privacy — close door, pull curtain
- At the end: lower bed, raise side rail per care plan, place call light within reach, wash hands, report task to nurse
Missing any of these five = automatic skill failure regardless of how well you performed the rest.
Step 5: 6-Week Kentucky SRNA Study Plan (50–80 Hours)
| Week | Hours | Focus | Activities |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8–10 | Knowledge foundation | Role, communication, residents' rights, infection control; 50 practice Qs |
| 2 | 8–10 | Safety + Personal Care | PPE, fire/fall safety, bed making, bathing, perineal care |
| 3 | 10–12 | Basic Nursing Skills | Vital signs (manual BP, pulse, respirations), I&O, positioning, ROM |
| 4 | 8–10 | Rights, Mental Health, Data Collection | OBRA, HIPAA, dementia care, KRS 209 abuse reporting |
| 5 | 10–12 | Full skills lab | All 34 skills with a partner; videotape yourself; check asterisked steps |
| 6 | 6–10 | Final review | 2–3 full-length 75-Q practice exams; weakest skills re-drilled; rest day before test |
Most candidates who pass on the first attempt log 50–80 total hours of self-study on top of the 75-hour training program.
Practice Like It's Test Day
Use Test Mode to time yourself for the full 2-hour written portion, then drill the skills module until the "always-graded" five become reflex.
Kentucky-Specific Pitfalls That Fail Candidates
After reviewing KCTCS candidate reports and KBN data, these are the most common reasons Kentucky candidates fail:
- Confusing SRNA with CNA on official paperwork. Kentucky state forms, employer applications, and the KBN Nurse Portal require "State Registered Nurse Aide" — using "CNA" can cause delays.
- Missing the 4-month employer window. If a Kentucky nursing facility hires you as a nurse aide before certification, you have just 4 months from hire to complete training AND pass — otherwise you cannot continue providing direct care.
- Forgetting your original Social Security card. KCTCS will turn you away — no exceptions.
- Wearing street clothes to the skills portion. Most KCTCS sites require full clinical scrubs and closed-toe non-slip shoes for BOTH written and skills portions.
- Skipping hand washing between skills. Hand washing is required as Skill 1 AND before and after every other skill.
- Telling the resident you're "counting respirations." Saying it aloud changes their breathing — count silently while pretending to take pulse.
- Using hot water on dentures. Always cool water — heat warps acrylic. Auto-fail on the denture skill.
- Front-to-back perineal care reversed. Always front-to-back, fresh washcloth surface per stroke. Auto-fail on perineal care.
- Failing to lock wheelchair brakes before any transfer. Auto-fail on every transfer skill.
- Missing the 3-attempts / 1-year window. If you don't pass within 1 year and 3 tries of training completion (or 4 months if employer-sponsored), you must retake the entire 75-hour training program.
Test-Day Checklist (KCTCS / D&S Headmaster Kentucky)
Bring:
- Original Social Security card (NOT a photo or copy — auto-rejection without it)
- Government-issued photo ID with signature (driver's license, state ID, passport)
- Admission letter / TMU scheduling confirmation
- Two #2 pencils with erasers (paper-based sites)
- Watch with a second hand — NOT a smart watch; needed for counting respirations and pulse
- Full clinical scrubs and closed-toe non-slip shoes
- Hair tied back, no artificial nails, short natural nails, no jewelry except plain wedding band and small studs
Leave at home:
- Cell phone, smart watch, fitness tracker (lockers usually provided)
- Bags, backpacks, food, drinks (water bottle sometimes allowed)
- Notes, study sheets, hats, gum, strong perfume
Arrive 30 minutes early. Late arrival = forfeited fee, no refund, must reschedule through your KCTCS testing office.
The Kentucky Nurse Aide Registry: Listing, Renewal & Reciprocity
Listing (After You Pass)
Once you pass both portions, KCTCS transmits your result to the Kentucky Board of Nursing. Your status updates to "active" on the KBN Nurse Portal within approximately 10 to 30 days. Since 907 KAR 1:450 was updated, physical SRNA cards are no longer issued — employers verify your status online at the KBN Nurse Portal.
Renewal (Every 24 Months)
Kentucky uses work-based renewal, not continuing-education-based renewal:
- Work at least 8 paid nursing or nursing-related hours within the 24-month renewal window, under a licensed nurse's supervision.
- Volunteer hours do NOT count.
- KBN no longer mails renewal reminders — you must track your own expiration date through the Nurse Portal.
- No renewal fee — registry maintenance is FREE.
- If your registration lapses, the ONLY path back is license reactivation: retake the entire 75-hour training program and pass the KCTCS competency evaluation again. Kentucky does NOT offer a grace period or expedited reactivation path once the 24-month window closes without the 8 paid hours.
- 12-hour annual in-service rule: If you work in a long-term care facility, federal OBRA requires 12 hours of employer-provided in-service training each calendar year (infection control, abuse prevention, residents' rights, dementia care). Your employer — not you — tracks this, but missed in-services can block direct resident care until caught up.
Reciprocity (Transfer Into Kentucky)
Kentucky accepts CNA/SRNA transfers from all U.S. state registries in good standing — and applications are now submitted exclusively online through the KBN Nurse Portal at kybn.boardsofnursing.org/kybn. Paper and mailed reciprocity applications are no longer accepted.
Requirements:
- Active status on another state's Nurse Aide Registry with no findings of abuse, neglect, or misappropriation
- Training that met federal OBRA standards (≥ 75 hours)
- Proof of at least 8 paid nursing hours in each 24-month window in your home state (paystub may be requested as evidence)
Process (2026 Nurse Portal workflow):
- Go to kybn.boardsofnursing.org/kybn → create or log in to your Nurse Portal account.
- From the Portal Dashboard click "Apply for a License" → select "State Registered Nurse Aide (SRNA) Reciprocity Application."
- Upload: driver's license, Social Security card, out-of-state SRNA/CNA certificate, and home-state registration/certification number. A recent paystub may also be requested.
- Complete the Kentucky background check step in-portal.
- Processing typically takes 2–4 weeks.
- Fee: FREE — Kentucky charges no reciprocity application fee.
License Verification (Employers)
Employers and candidates can verify any Kentucky SRNA's active status 24/7 on the KBN License Verification Portal at kybn.boardsofnursing.org/licenselookup. Search by Name, License Number, or NCSBN ID, and select "SRNA Certification" from the credential-type dropdown. Written or mailed verifications are no longer issued — all verifications are online-only as of 2026.
Kentucky Contacts (2026)
- KBN Kentucky Nurse Aide Registry (KNAR): (888) 530-1919 · kbn.knar@ky.gov
- KBN General Licensure: (502) 429-3300 · Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM ET
- KCTCS Nurse Aide Testing (statewide): (877) 528-2748 · NurseAideTesting@kctcs.edu
- Bluegrass CTC Nurse Aide Testing: (859) 246-6723 · bl-nurseaidetesting@kctcs.edu
- Mailing Address: Kentucky Board of Nursing, 312 Whittington Parkway, Suite 300, Louisville, KY 40222
- CHFS Nurse Aide Training (approved programs + 907 KAR 1:450): chfs.ky.gov
Kentucky SRNA Career Outlook & Salary (2026)
Kentucky employs roughly 25,000+ State Registered Nurse Aides (KYSTATS OEWS). Aging demographics, Kentucky's concentration of long-term care facilities in Louisville, Lexington, and Northern Kentucky, and post-pandemic staffing shortages mean SRNA demand is projected to grow 7–9% through 2032.
| Setting | Hourly Wage | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Statewide median | $17.43 | $36,247 |
| Hospitals (acute care) | $19–$22 | $39,500–$45,800 |
| Skilled nursing facility | $16–$19 | $33,300–$39,500 |
| Home health | $15–$18 | $31,200–$37,400 |
| Hospice | $18–$21 | $37,400–$43,700 |
By Kentucky metro:
- Louisville: $20.42/hr ($42,476/yr)
- Lexington: $20.07/hr ($41,743/yr)
- Northern KY / Cincinnati metro: $19.50/hr
- Bowling Green: $16.80/hr
- Owensboro: $16.20/hr
- Eastern Kentucky (Hazard/Pikeville): $14.50–$16.50/hr
Salary data sources: KYSTATS OEWS (cooperation with BLS), ZipRecruiter (April 2026), Glassdoor, PayScale. Sign-on bonuses of $1,000–$3,000 are common at Louisville and Lexington hospitals (Norton, Baptist Health, UK HealthCare, UofL Health).
SRNA → KMA → LPN → RN Kentucky Career Ladder
Kentucky is one of the best states for nurse-aide-to-RN bridging thanks to KCTCS articulation agreements with state universities:
- SRNA → Kentucky Medication Aide (KMA): 100-hour add-on program at Maysville, Bluegrass, and Madisonville KCTCS colleges — KMAs can administer non-parenteral medications in long-term care (≈ $2–$3/hr bump).
- SRNA → LPN: 12–18 months at any KCTCS college (KY LPN salary ≈ $50,000)
- LPN → ADN: 1–2 additional years — Jefferson CTC, BCTC, SKYCTC all offer bridges
- ADN → BSN: 12–24 months online through UK, UofL, WKU, EKU, NKU
- BSN RN Kentucky salary ≈ $75,000
Many SRNAs work part-time at nursing facilities (which often pay tuition reimbursement) while completing their nursing degree.
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Official Kentucky SRNA Resources
- Kentucky Board of Nursing — SRNA home — official regulator
- Kentucky Board of Nursing — How to Become an SRNA
- Kentucky Board of Nursing — SRNA Reciprocity
- KBN Nurse Portal — apply for reciprocity, renew, check status
- KBN License Verification Portal — employer lookup by name, license, or NCSBN ID
- Cabinet for Health and Family Services — Nurse Aide Training — approved programs, regulation 907 KAR 1:450
- KCTCS Nurse Aide Training Programs — statewide college directory
- KCTCS Online SRNA Testing Portal — exam fees and TMU details
- KCTCS TMU Scheduling Portal — create your account, schedule your exam
- KCTCS Nurse Aide Testing: (877) 528-2748 · NurseAideTesting@kctcs.edu
- KBN Kentucky Nurse Aide Registry: (888) 530-1919 · kbn.knar@ky.gov
- KBN General Licensure: (502) 429-3300
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