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Indiana Certified Nursing Assistant Competency Examination
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Complete Indiana ISDH-Approved CNA Training
Complete the minimum 105-hour state-approved nurse aide training program (75 clinical + 30 classroom hours). Training must be from an ISDH-approved program. Schedule your exam at Ivy Tech Community College CNA/QMA Central Testing Office after training completion.
Indiana ISDH Regulations & INAR RequirementsYou are here
Study Indiana-specific requirements: 410 IAC 16.2 (Indiana's governing regulation), ISDH oversight, Ivy Tech testing administration, 100-question/80% written exam format, INAR renewal (2 years/8 paid hours), mandatory abuse reporting to APS/ISDH, Long-Term Care Ombudsman under FSSA.
Basic Nursing Skills & Personal Care (40% of Exam)
Focus on Basic Nursing Skills (22%) and Personal Care (18%): vital signs, catheter care, oxygen use, specimen collection, wound observation, bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, dressing, toileting, and AM/PM care routines.
Safety, Infection Control & Communication (32% of Exam)
Study Safety/Emergency (12%), Infection Control (10%), and Communication/Documentation (10%). Know RACE/PASS fire response, standard precautions, PPE don/doff sequences, HIPAA, medical terminology, charting, and interdisciplinary team communication.
Mental Health, Psychosocial & Restorative Care (13% of Exam)
Study Mental Health/Psychosocial (8%) and Restorative Care/Aging (5%). Focus on resident rights, dignity, dementia care, ROM exercises, ambulation assistance, aging changes, and rehabilitation goals.
Clinical Skills Practice
Practice the 5 clinical skills you may be tested on. Common tested skills: bed bath, vital signs, transfers, ROM, catheter care, perineal care, hand hygiene. Know every step of each skill checklist — 100% accuracy required.
Can You Take the Indiana CNA Exam?
Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements
- •Must pass both the Written Examination (100 questions, 80% required) AND the Clinical Skills Evaluation (5 randomly selected skills, 100% accuracy required)
- •Indiana is unique: exam administered by Ivy Tech Community College, NOT Prometric or Headmaster
- •Must test within 2 years of completing an approved training program
- •Indiana Nurse Aide Registry (INAR) maintained by ISDH under 410 IAC 16.2
- •INAR renewal every 24 months: must have completed at least 8 paid hours of nursing aide work during that period
- •INAR records both active certifications and substantiated abuse/neglect/misappropriation findings
- •Substantiated findings of abuse, neglect, or misappropriation are permanently noted on the INAR and may bar future employment
- •Mandatory reporting: CNAs must report suspected resident abuse/neglect to supervisor and Adult Protective Services (APS) / ISDH
- •Indiana Long-Term Care Ombudsman operates under the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) — advocate for resident rights
- •Reciprocity available for CNAs with active unencumbered listing in another state — apply through ISDH
Indiana CNA Quick Facts
Time to Get Licensed
2-6 weeks after completing training (schedule through Ivy Tech CNA/QMA Central Testing Office)
From start to license in hand
Exam Provider
Ivy Tech Community College (CNA/QMA Central Testing Office) on behalf of Indiana ISDH
Retake Policy
Contact Ivy Tech Community College CNA/QMA Central Testing Office for retake scheduling. Must retest within 2 years of completing training; after 2 years, must repeat an ISDH-approved training program.
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What You'll Study
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The CNA Role and Indiana Regulatory Framework
5 sections
Vital Signs and Measurement
5 sections
Clinical Care Procedures
5 sections
Personal Care — Hygiene and Grooming
3 sections
Personal Care — Dressing, Toileting, and Nutrition
3 sections
Safety & Emergency Procedures
4 sections
Infection Control
3 sections
Communication & Documentation
3 sections
Mental Health & Psychosocial Needs
3 sections
Restorative Care & Aging
2 sections
Indiana Clinical Skills Evaluation Preparation
2 sections
Indiana CNA Exam Details
Indiana Certified Nursing Assistant Competency Examination
Administered by Ivy Tech Community College (CNA/QMA Central Testing Office) / Indiana ISDH
Exam Content Breakdown
Based on the official Ivy Tech Community College (CNA/QMA Central Testing Office) / Indiana ISDH content outline
Vital signs, catheter care, oxygen use, specimen collection, wound observation, positioning, transfers, body mechanics, elastic stockings, I&O
Bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, dressing (weak side first), toileting, perineal care, AM/PM care, fluid and nutrition assistance
410 IAC 16.2, INAR requirements, scope of practice, Ivy Tech testing administration, ISDH oversight, mandated reporting to APS/ISDH
Fall prevention, RACE/PASS fire response, restraints, emergency procedures, disaster planning, body mechanics, error reporting
Standard precautions, PPE selection and don/doff, hand hygiene, transmission-based precautions, isolation, outbreak reporting to ISDH
Medical terminology, charting, HIPAA, end-of-shift reporting, interdisciplinary team communication, advance directives
Resident rights, dignity, cognitive impairment, dementia/sundowning, grief, depression recognition, end-of-life care
ROM exercises, ambulation assistance, aging changes, rehabilitation goals, assistive devices, contracture prevention
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What's Next After the Indiana CNA?
After passing the Indiana CNA, you can pursue these career paths
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Many Indiana CNAs advance to LPN by completing an Indiana-approved LPN program and passing the NCLEX-PN. Indiana has multiple LPN programs at community colleges.
Qualified Medication Aide (QMA)
Indiana CNAs can complete additional QMA training through Ivy Tech to administer certain medications under nurse supervision. QMA certification is regulated by ISDH.
Home Health Aide (HHA)
Indiana CNAs often transition to home health care. Strong demand driven by Indiana's aging population and preference for community-based services.
Registered Nurse (RN)
With additional education (ADN or BSN program), CNAs can become RNs. Indiana has multiple bridge programs for working CNAs through Ivy Tech and other institutions.
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