Nurse Aides in Kentucky are referred to State Registered Nurse Aide (SRNA) rather than Certified Nurse Aides (CNA).  In protection for the safety and rights of the resident, the State follows the regulations mandated by Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA).

State Contact Information for SRNA Certification

KY State Registered Nurse Aide Registry
312 Whittington Parkway, Suite 300-A
Louisville, KY 40222-5172
Phone #: 502-429-3347, 502-429-3348, 502-429-3349
Toll Free #: 1-888-530-1919
Fax #: 502-696-3957
Website

SRNA Salary in Kentucky

• Between $18,792 to $30,343
• $10.04 per hour typically (Hourly rate will increase by experience)

Kentucky SRNA Programs & Training Information

Kentucky CNA training program must have at least 75 hours both classroom and clinical training. Some state – approved training programs may differ when it comes to number of hours in classroom and practical training.

Information in Kentucky

It is important to know that state regulations change often.  This site is updated frequently, however, please double check all information with your states official government agency. Links and contact information are provided for your convenience

If an approved SRNA moves to Kentucky from their home state, applicant must contact the Kentucky State Registered Nurse Aide Registry to obtain a transfer/reciprocity form. Applicant must also have an active status certification if not he or she is required to take an approved training course and the competency evaluation in Kentucky in order to be placed on SRNA Registry.

Renewal in Kentucky

To renew SRNA Certification in Kentucky:

(1) A pre-printed recertification form will be mailed out to the SRNA 2-3 months prior to your expiration date. If you still do not receive any notice, you may obtain renewal form by contacting Kentucky Nurse Aide Registry.

(2) Requirement for renewal is that you must have worked at least 8 hours as a nursing or nursing-related duties within 24 month period to retain certification. Proof of employment can be one of the following:

• Paycheck Stub
• W-2 form OR
• Letter from a healthcare facility on official letterhead

(3) Completed form with required documents and fees must be mailed to the address indicated in the form.

To renew Expired SRNA Certification in Kentucky:

(1) SRNAs must renew their registration every two years. You can renew by submitting proof of employment for at least 8 hours of nursing related duties for pay during the two-year period that your registration was active.

(2) Complete the form with required documents and fees. Mail the form to the address indicated in the form.

 

Kentucky Approved SRNA Programs

Bluegrass Community & Technical College Cooper Campus:
470 Cooper Drive
Lexington, KY 40506-0235

Danville Campus:
59 Corporate Drive
Danville, KY 40422-9690

Lawrenceburg Campus:
1500 Bypass North, US 127
Lawrenceburg, KY 40342-9465

Leestown Campus:
164 Opportunity Way
Lexington, KY 40511-2623

Regency Campus:
2659 Regency Road
Lexington, KY 40503-2922

Winchester – Clark County Campus:
2020 Rolling Hills Lane
Winchester, KY 40391
Cooper: (859) 246-6200
Danville: (859) 239-7030
Lawrenceburg: (502) 839-8488
Leestown: (859) 246-6200
Regency: (859) 246-6200
Winchester – Clark County: (859) 737-3098
Nurse Aide Office: (859) 246-6723
Email address: stephanie.ray@kctcs.edu
Website

• Cost is $527
• Three (3) credit hours per semester

 

Madisonville Community College 2000 College Drive
Madisonville, KY 42431
Phone #: (270) 821-2250
Fax #: (270) 824-1866
Website

• Cost is $750 (Resident)
• $1500 (Contiguous Counties)
• $2550 (Non-Resident)
• Six (6) credit hour per semester

 

Maysville Community and Technical College
1755 US Hwy 68
Maysville, Kentucky 41056
Phone #: 606-759-7141
Admission: 606-759-7141 Ext 66184
CNA Program Coordinator: 606-759-7141
Email address: sally.parker@kctcs.edu
Website

• Cost $375 (Resident)
• $750 (Contiguous Counties)
• $1275 (Non-Resident)
• Three (3) credit hours per semester

 

Owensboro Community And Technical College
4800 New Hartford Road
Owensboro, KY 42303
Phone #: (270) 686-4400
Toll-free #: (866) 755-6282
CNA Admission: 270-686-4567
Website

• Cost (Fees are included)
• $500 (Resident)
• $1000 (Contiguous Counties)
• $1700 (Non-Resident)
• Four (4) credit hours per semester

 

Elizabethtown Community And Technical College
600 College Street Road
Elizabethtown, KY 42701
Phone #: (270) 769-2371
Toll Free #:1 (877) 246-2322
Website

• Cost is $542 includes:
• Liability Insurance Fee
• State Registry Exam
• Textbook and Workbook
• Three (3) credit hours with 80 hours of classroom and clinical training

 

Ashland Community And Technical College
1400 College Dr
Ashland, KY 41101-3617
Phone #: (606)-326-2000
Toll-Free #: (800)-928-4256
Website

• Cost is $447 includes:
• Liability Insurance
• Book
• Three (3) credit hours with 80 hours of classroom and clinical training
• It is a four (4) week class

 

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