CNA Practice Test With Answers (60 Questions)

It is designed to match the style and decision-making you see on the exam, but exact wording and topic weight can vary by state and testing provider.

Yes. In almost every state, you must be certified and listed on your state’s Nurse Aide Registry to work as a CNA. Some employers may let you start as a trainee, but certification is required to continue working in most healthcare settings.

Yes. You can take the test and review the answers without paying.

This quiz includes 60 multiple-choice questions.

No, this test is self-paced and you can have an unlimited amount of time.

Most tests lean heavily on safety, infection control, basic nursing skills, ADLs, communication, and resident rights.

Aim for a score you can repeat on multiple attempts, not a one time lucky run. If your score swings a lot, focus on weak topics and retest after a day or two.

The exam usually costs between $100 and $200, depending on your state and testing provider. This typically includes both the written or oral exam, and the clinical skills test. Sometimes training programs or employers will cover the exam fee for you.

Do both. Retake this full test to practice pacing, then use topic quizzes to improve the weaker topics.

Write down the topic, learn the safety rule behind the correct choice, then do 10 to 20 more questions on that same topic within 24 to 48 hours.

Yes. It works on mobile, tablet, and desktop.

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Treat it like a pattern, not a mistake. Write the topic down (like PPE order, gait belt use, or resident rights), review the rule behind it, then do a short set of questions on that exact area the same day.

The questions follow common CNA standards that show up across most programs, but exact rules can vary by state and test provider. If your state teaches a specific step order, follow that on test day.

Look for options that sound helpful but break safety rules, skip hand hygiene, ignore the care plan, or push you outside a CNA’s scope (like diagnosing or giving medical advice).

No. Becoming a CNA is not required to become an LPN or RN. However, many future nurses may want to work as CNAs because it gives them hands-on experience, helps nursing school feel less overwhelming, and can look good on applications. Many schools require CNA or EMT certification as a prerequisite for a nursing program application.

For most students, the CNA exam is very passable with practice. The questions focus on basic care, safety, and common scenarios, not trick questions. Students who understand why answers are correct and not just what the answer is tend to do very well. The first-time passing rate for the CNA exam is nearly 85%.