"How long does it take to become a home health aide in Nevada?"

"The primary Nevada license requires approximately 8 hours of qualifying experience, which is roughly 0.0 years of full-time work."

"What apprenticeships are available for home health aides in Nevada?"

"In Nevada, registered apprenticeships are administered through the Nevada Office of the Labor Commissioner, which works with employers and trade union locals to register programs. See the apprenticeship section above for office contact details."

How to Become A Home Health Aide in Nevada

Q: "How much do home health aides earn in Nevada?"

"According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), home health aides in Nevada earned a median annual wage of approximately $33,670. Employment concentration in Nevada is roughly 0.42 of the national average, meaning fewer workers per capita than the U.S. as a whole."

Q: "Do home health aides need a license in Nevada?"

"Yes. Nevada requires state-level licensing or registration for home health aides, administered by the Nevada State Board of Nursing - Licensure, Certification and Education. See the licensing section above for credential types and current requirements."

Q: "What is the job outlook for home health aides in Nevada?"

"Nevada currently employs approximately 17,940 workers, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 17.0% national employment change for this occupation from 2024 to 2034."

Updated June 8, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

Nevada home health and personal care aides earn a median annual wage of $33,670 ($16.19/hr) according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), with about 17,940 workers employed statewide. The state median is approximately -5.9% below the national median of $35,800 for the same occupation.

Key Takeaways

Median annual pay: $33,670 ($16.19/hr)
25th percentile: $29,050 per year
75th percentile: $34,880 per year
Top 10% earn: more than $36,600 per year
Entry-level (bottom 10%): under $26,400 per year
Workers employed in Nevada: 17,940
Versus national median: -5.9% below the U.S. median of $35,800
Job concentration: Location quotient 0.42 - this occupation is less concentrated in Nevada than the national average

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025. Last reviewed June 8, 2026.

Nevada employs approximately 17,940 home health aides according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a median annual wage of $33,670 ¹. Nationally, home health aide employment is projected to grow 17.0% from 2024 to 2034, with about 765,800 openings per year ². This page covers how to become a home health aide in Nevada, including requirements, training programs, and salary data.

Quick Answers About Becoming A Home Health Aide in Nevada

How do I become a home health aide in Nevada? Nevada requires credentials such as Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). The licensing authority is the Nevada State Board of Nursing - Licensure, Certification and Education ³. You also need to complete an approved training program or apprenticeship.

How long does it take? The primary license requires approximately 8 hours of experience (roughly 0.0 years of full-time work) ³.

Do I need a license in Nevada? Yes. Nevada has licensing or registration requirements for home health aides. The Nevada State Board of Nursing - Licensure, Certification and Education oversees licensing ³. See the licensing section below for details.

What do home health aides earn in Nevada? The median annual wage for home health aides in Nevada is $33,670 according to BLS data. Entry-level wages start around $26,400 and experienced professionals can earn $36,600 or more ¹.

At a Glance

Training paths: trade school, community college, or apprenticeship
Typical timeline: 1 to 5 years depending on the path
Licensing authority: Nevada State Board of Nursing - Licensure, Certification and Education
Median wage (Nevada): $33,670 per year ¹
Exam requirement: State exam required

Home Health Aide License Requirements in Nevada

The Nevada State Board of Nursing - Licensure, Certification and Education oversees home health aide licensing in Nevada ³.

License Types

License	Requirements
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)	Applicants for certification by examination must: 1a) Have completed a state-approved training program that meets current OBRA (federal) requirements, or 1b) Submit a transcript showing completion of…

Additional Requirements

Background check: No criminal record prohibitions
Exam: State exam required
Experience: Work experience required

License information sourced from CareerOneStop ⁴.

Home Health Aide Wages by Metro Area in Nevada

Home Health and Personal Care Aides Wages by Metro Area in Nevada

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (2025 OES data), home health and personal care aides wages in Nevada vary by metro area.

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage	Avg. Annual Wage	Entry Level (10th pctile)	Experienced (90th pctile)
Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas	14,580	$33,640	$32,050	$26,280	$35,500
Reno	2,540	$35,460	$34,380	$27,240	$38,050
Carson City	400	$35,760	$34,890	$28,920	$37,630

Wages reflect survey data and vary based on experience, credentials, employer, and local market conditions. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025.

Top Metros for Home health aides in Nevada

The metropolitan areas listed below report the highest home health aide employment within Nevada according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025).

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage
Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas	14,580	$33,640
Reno	2,540	$35,460
Carson City	400	$35,760

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for home health aides in Nevada? Nevada currently employs approximately 17,940 home health aides ¹. Nationally, home health aide employment is projected to grow 17.0% from 2024 to 2034 ².

Can I work as a home health aide in Nevada with an out-of-state license? Contact the Nevada State Board of Nursing - Licensure, Certification and Education for details on reciprocity and credential transfer.

What training programs are available in Nevada? Options include trade schools, community colleges, and apprenticeship programs. Use the school finder above to search for accredited programs in Nevada.

How much do home health aides earn in Nevada compared to the national average? The median annual wage for home health aides in Nevada is $33,670, which is $1,230 below the national median of $34,900 according to BLS data ¹.

Citations

About this guide: Researched and written by the TradeCareerPath Editorial Team. Our editorial team researches and sources every trade school and career guide using federal labor and education data, including BLS OEWS and Employment Projections, DOL apprenticeship records, IPEDS, College Scorecard, and state licensing boards. We follow the editorial standards documented at /editorial-policy/.

References

Bureau of Labor Statistics - Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/oes/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
Bureau of Labor Statistics - Employment Projections: https://www.bls.gov/emp/ ↩︎ ↩︎
Nevada State Board of Nursing - Licensure, Certification and Education - Licensing Information: http://www.nevadanursingboard.org ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
CareerOneStop - Licensed Occupations: https://www.careeronestop.org/Toolkit/Training/find-licenses.aspx ↩︎

Data sources

Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.

Data	Provider	Vintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	May 2025
Employment Projections	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	2024-2034
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System	National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)	2024
College Scorecard (school-level outcomes)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release
College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release (updated 2026-06-12)
Occupational licensing requirements	CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2026-02-22)
Registered apprenticeship programs	CareerOneStop / Apprenticeship.gov (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2025-10-25)
O*NET occupation profiles (skills, tasks, tools, job zones)	U.S. Department of Labor (O*NET / Employment & Training Admin.)	O*NET 29.1 (updated 2026-06-13)