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Key Facts: Kentucky CNA (SRNA) Exam
SRNA
Kentucky's Title for CNAs
Kentucky Nurse Aide Registry
75-100
Written Questions (2 hours)
KCTCS exam format
4 of 5
Skills Must Be Passed
KCTCS skills evaluation
75 hrs
Minimum Training Required
OBRA 1987 / Kentucky CHFS
3
Exam Attempts (6 months)
Kentucky SRNA regulations
8 hrs
Paid Work per 24-Month Renewal
Kentucky BON
$115
Combined Written + Skills Fee
KCTCS
Kentucky calls its CNAs 'State Registered Nurse Aides (SRNAs)' — the official title on the Kentucky Nurse Aide Registry maintained by the Kentucky Board of Nursing. The exam is administered exclusively by KCTCS (not Prometric or Credentia), making Kentucky unique among states. You have 3 attempts within 6 months to pass both the written and skills portions; failing all 3 requires completing another training program. Renewal requires only 8 hours of paid nurse aide employment per 24-month period (no CE hours required). Skills exam: 5 skills from a list of 34, must pass 4 of 5 in 30 minutes — handwashing is always a critical component. Total exam fee: $115 (written + skills combined).
About the Kentucky CNA (SRNA) Exam
The Kentucky SRNA (State Registered Nurse Aide) competency exam is administered by KCTCS (Kentucky Community and Technical College System) at campuses statewide — unique to Kentucky, as most states use national vendors like Prometric or Credentia. The written exam has 75-100 multiple-choice questions in 2 hours; the skills evaluation requires performing 4 of 5 randomly selected skills from a list of 34 in 30 minutes. Kentucky requires minimum 75 hours of training (16 hours clinical). The Kentucky Board of Nursing maintains the SRNA Registry; candidates are added approximately 30 days after passing.
Questions
75 scored questions
Time Limit
2 hours written + 30 min skills test
Passing Score
~70% written + 4 of 5 skills correct
Exam Fee
$115 (written + skills combined) (KCTCS / Kentucky Board of Nursing)
Kentucky CNA (SRNA) Exam Content Outline
Physical Care Skills
Personal care/ADLs (bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, nutrition, feeding, elimination). Basic nursing skills (vital signs, infection control, safety, emergency response, wound observation). Restorative care (ROM, ambulation, assistive devices)
Psychosocial Care Skills
Emotional and mental health (dementia/Alzheimer's care, therapeutic communication, depression, grief, behavioral management). Cultural and spiritual care. Age-related changes
Role of the Nurse Aide
Communication and documentation. Resident rights (OBRA). Legal and ethical behavior (KY scope of practice, KRS 209 abuse reporting). Kentucky SRNA registry (KCTCS testing, KBN, CHFS regulations). Member of the healthcare team
How to Pass the Kentucky CNA (SRNA) Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: ~70% written + 4 of 5 skills correct
- Exam length: 75 questions
- Time limit: 2 hours written + 30 min skills test
- Exam fee: $115 (written + skills combined)
Keys to Passing
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- Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
- Focus on highest-weighted sections
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who administers the Kentucky CNA (SRNA) exam?
The Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS) administers the SRNA competency examination at KCTCS campuses statewide. This makes Kentucky unique — most states use national vendors like Prometric, Credentia, or Headmaster. After passing, the Kentucky Board of Nursing (KBN) maintains the Kentucky Nurse Aide Registry and adds your name approximately 30 days after passing. You must bring a photo ID and your original, non-laminated Social Security card on exam day.
What does SRNA mean in Kentucky?
SRNA stands for State Registered Nurse Aide — the official title Kentucky uses for certified nursing assistants. While CNAs elsewhere may be called CNAs, RNAs, or LNAs depending on the state, Kentucky specifically uses the SRNA designation. Once added to the Kentucky Nurse Aide Registry maintained by the Kentucky Board of Nursing (KBN), you are officially a State Registered Nurse Aide.
How many attempts do I have to pass the Kentucky SRNA exam?
You have 3 attempts to pass both the written and skills portions of the Kentucky SRNA exam within 6 months of becoming eligible to test. If you fail all 3 attempts, you must complete another approved nurse aide training program through KCTCS before testing again. The 6-month clock starts from your eligibility date (usually graduation from a KCTCS training program).
What are Kentucky's SRNA renewal requirements?
Kentucky SRNA renewal requires proof of at least 8 hours of paid employment as an SRNA performing nursing or nursing-related functions within each 24-month period. Acceptable proof includes paycheck stubs, a W-2 from the previous year, or a notarized employer letter on official letterhead. There are no continuing education (CE) hours required for renewal — unlike many other states. Renewal is processed through the Kentucky BON Nurse Portal.
What training hours are required for the Kentucky SRNA program?
Kentucky requires a minimum of 75 hours of nurse aide training, with at least 16 hours of supervised clinical practice. Training programs are provided through KCTCS (Kentucky Community and Technical College System), which is the state's sole provider of nurse aide training and testing. This meets the federal OBRA 1987 minimum of 75 hours with at least 16 hours of clinical practice.
How do I transfer my CNA certification to Kentucky?
If you hold an active CNA certification in another state with no findings of abuse, neglect, or misappropriation on any state registry, you may apply for reciprocity to the Kentucky Nurse Aide Registry through the Kentucky Board of Nursing. Kentucky does not charge a fee for CNA reciprocity. You generally will not need to retest if your registry status is active and in good standing.