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Key Facts: Alaska CNA Exam
70
Written Questions (60 scored)
Credentia / Alaska NNAAP
120 min
Written Time Limit
Credentia AK
70%
Written Passing Score
42/60 scored questions
140 hrs
Training Required
12 AAC 44 (60 class + 80 clinical)
24 hrs
CE Hours Every 2 Years
12 AAC 44.895(4)
No grace
Renewal Grace Period
Alaska DCBPL Form 08-4188
2 years
Renewal Cycle (Apr–Mar)
Alaska Nurse Aide Registry
Alaska CNA certification requires 140 hours of training (60 classroom + 80 clinical) — well above the 75-hour federal OBRA minimum. The exam is administered by Credentia (not Prometric), and you must register through the Credentia Platform at credentia.com/test-takers/ak. The written test has 70 questions (60 scored) in 120 minutes, requiring approximately 70% to pass. Alaska certifications follow an April 1 – March 31 biennial cycle with NO grace period — it is illegal to work with a lapsed certification. CNAs must complete 24 contact hours of CE every 2 years under 12 AAC 44.895(4). Alaska CNA salaries average $42,000-$52,000 annually — among the nation's highest due to Alaska's cost of living and healthcare demand.
About the Alaska CNA Exam
The Alaska CNA exam (NNAAP format) is administered by Credentia on behalf of the Alaska State Board of Nursing under 12 AAC 44. It consists of a written test (70 questions total, 60 scored + 10 pretest, 120 minutes) and a clinical skills demonstration. Alaska requires a minimum of 140 hours of state-approved training (60 classroom + 80 clinical) — the highest minimum in the region. Certification renews April 1 – March 31 biennially; CNAs must complete 24 CE contact hours every 2 years.
Questions
70 scored questions
Time Limit
120 minutes written + skills test
Passing Score
70% written + 100% skills
Exam Fee
$100-150 (written + skills combined) (Credentia / Alaska State Board of Nursing)
Alaska CNA Exam Content Outline
Physical Care Skills
ADLs (14%): bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, nutrition, feeding. Basic Nursing (39%): vital signs, infection control, safety, emergency response, wound care, data collection. Restorative (8%): ROM, ambulation, assistive devices, self-care independence
Psychosocial Care Skills
Emotional/Mental Health (11%): therapeutic communication, behavioral needs, cognitive impairment, depression, dementia. Spiritual/Cultural (2%): respecting individual beliefs, Alaska Native cultural traditions, religious accommodations
Role of the Nurse Aide
Communication (8%): reporting, documentation, interprofessional teamwork. Client Rights (7%): OBRA rights, privacy, dignity, advance directives. Legal & Ethical (3%): mandatory reporting under AS 47.24, 12 AAC 44 scope of practice. Healthcare Team (8%): delegation from RN/LPN, care planning, Alaska registry requirements
How to Pass the Alaska CNA Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 70% written + 100% skills
- Exam length: 70 questions
- Time limit: 120 minutes written + skills test
- Exam fee: $100-150 (written + skills combined)
Keys to Passing
- Complete 500+ practice questions
- Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
- Focus on highest-weighted sections
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who administers the Alaska CNA exam?
Credentia administers the Alaska Nurse Aide Exam (NNAAP format) on behalf of the Alaska State Board of Nursing, which operates under the Division of Corporations, Business and Professional Licensing (DCBPL). You register at credentia.com/test-takers/ak. The written test has 70 questions (60 scored + 10 pretest) in 120 minutes. After passing both the written and skills tests, your name is added to the Alaska Nurse Aide Registry.
How many training hours does Alaska require for CNA?
Alaska requires a minimum of 140 hours of state-approved CNA training — 60 hours of classroom instruction and 80 hours of supervised clinical practice. This is significantly higher than the 75-hour federal OBRA 1987 minimum and one of the highest state requirements in the nation. Training programs must be approved by the Alaska Board of Nursing under 12 AAC 44.
How do I renew my Alaska CNA certification?
Alaska CNA certifications follow an April 1 – March 31 biennial renewal cycle. To renew, you must complete 24 contact hours of continuing education every 2 years under 12 AAC 44.895(4). There is NO grace period in Alaska — it is illegal to work as a CNA with a lapsed certification. You can renew online through the MyAlaska/MY LICENSE portal. Processing takes 4-6 weeks for complete applications.
What are Alaska's eligibility routes to take the CNA exam?
Alaska has five eligibility routes (E1-E5): E1 (New Nurse Aide) — completed state-approved 140-hour program within 2 years; E2 (Reinstatement) — previously certified but lapsed due to missed CE or work hours; E3 (Equivalency Training) — completed 1+ year of nursing education from an approved school; E4 (Military Training) — US military corpsman/medic training within 5 years; E5 (Out of Country) — foreign training. Submit Form 08-4069 (initial) or Form 08-4365 (reinstatement) to the Alaska Board of Nursing.
What are Alaska's mandatory abuse reporting requirements for CNAs?
Under AS 47.24, Alaska CNAs are mandatory reporters of suspected abuse, neglect, exploitation, or abandonment of vulnerable adults. You must report immediately to your charge nurse/supervisor. Facilities must report to the Alaska Office of Long Term Care Ombudsman and Adult Protective Services (APS). A substantiated finding of abuse results in a notation on the Alaska Nurse Aide Registry, which bars you from working in any Medicare/Medicaid facility nationwide.
Can I transfer my CNA certification to Alaska?
If you hold an active CNA certification in another state (or US territory) with no findings of abuse, neglect, or misappropriation, you may apply for reciprocity to the Alaska Nurse Aide Registry. Contact the Alaska Board of Nursing at boardofnursing@alaska.gov or (907) 269-8160 for current reciprocity requirements. You generally will not need to retest if your registry status is active and in good standing.