Healthcare Certification Prep
CNA Certification
Practice Tests
Pass your state CNA certification exam with confidence. Comprehensive practice tests covering patient care, safety, communication, anatomy, and the procedural skills evaluated in the hands-on skills portion of the exam.
Practice exams coming soon — explore our free guide below
1.5M+
CNAs in the US
70
Written test questions
5
Skills tested (practical)
All 50
States require certification
What's on the CNA Certification Exam
Most states use the NNAAP (National Nurse Aide Assessment Program) exam or a similar state-approved test. The exam has two parts: a written (or oral) test and a practical skills evaluation.
Written (Knowledge) Test
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Physical Care Skills
~36%
ADLs, hygiene, mobility
Activities of daily living, bathing, oral care, hair care, dressing, feeding, elimination, catheter care, range of motion, transferring, and positioning.
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Safety & Emergency
~14%
Falls, fire safety, emergencies
Fall prevention, restraint use, fire safety (RACE/PASS), emergency procedures, disaster plans, and responding to patient emergencies.
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Psychosocial Care
~11%
Communication, patient rights, mental health
Therapeutic communication, patient rights and dignity, mental health conditions, cognitive impairment (dementia care), cultural sensitivity, and abuse prevention.
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Role of the Nurse Aide
~8%
Scope of practice, legal, ethical
CNA role and responsibilities, scope of practice, reporting requirements, documentation, ethical behavior, legal obligations, and working within the healthcare team.
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Basic Nursing Skills
~24%
Vital signs, infection control, specimens
Vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure), infection control and standard precautions, specimen collection, and basic nursing procedures.
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Body Structure & Function
~7%
Anatomy, physiology, disease
Basic anatomy and physiology of major body systems, common conditions and diseases in long-term care, normal aging changes, and restorative care.
Practical Skills Evaluation
Candidates perform 5 randomly selected skills on a mannequin or volunteer. Hand washing is required at the start of every skill and is always evaluated. Common skills include:
•Hand washing (always evaluated)
•Blood pressure measurement
•Transferring from bed to wheelchair
•Oral hygiene / mouth care
•Perineal care
•Range of motion (passive)
•Repositioning in bed
•Making an occupied bed
•Catheter care
•Feeding a dependent resident
•Measuring urinary output
•Applying elastic stockings
📝Written: 70 questions, multiple choice, 90-minute limit
🤝Skills: 5 randomly selected skills, evaluated on technique
🔄Can retake either portion separately if you fail one part
📍State-specific: some states have unique requirements
How it works
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Step 1: Take the practice exam
70-question written practice exam covering all NNAAP content areas in the same format as the state certification test.
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Step 2: Instant scoring
See your score by content area — identify whether you need more work on physical care, safety, infection control, or communication.
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Step 3: Detailed review
Every question reviewed with the correct answer and a rationale explaining the clinical reasoning behind each choice.
Career paths for Certified Nursing Assistants
CNA certification is often the starting point for a rewarding healthcare career. Many nurses, PAs, and healthcare administrators began as CNAs.
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Long-Term Care / Nursing Home
The largest employer of CNAs. Average salary $33K–$45K with steady demand and advancement opportunities.
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Home Health Aide
One of the fastest-growing CNA roles. In-home care for elderly and disabled clients, $28K–$42K, flexible hours.
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Hospital CNA
Hospital nursing assistants often earn more ($36K–$52K) and gain exposure to acute care and specialized units.
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Bridge to RN / LPN
Many CNAs continue to earn their LPN or RN license. CNA experience is valued — and required — in many nursing programs.
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Hospice & Palliative Care
Compassionate end-of-life care. Meaningful work in a growing specialty, $35K–$48K.
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Memory Care Specialist
Dementia and Alzheimer's care is a specialized, high-demand area. Additional dementia care training earns higher pay.
CNA preparation resources
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Complete CNA Study Guide
All written exam topics plus a skills evaluation overview with step-by-step procedures.
Read the guide →
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Infection Control Deep Dive
Standard precautions, PPE, hand hygiene, isolation precautions — the most tested topic.
Coming soon
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Vital Signs Practice
Normal ranges, measurement techniques, and reporting abnormal findings — frequently tested.
Coming soon