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Maryland Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA-I)
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Complete MBON-Approved CNA Training
Enroll in and complete a Maryland Board of Nursing-approved nursing assistant training program. COMAR 10.39.02.06 sets a minimum of 100 hours: at least 60 hours of classroom and lab instruction and 40 hours of supervised clinical training.
Basic Nursing Skills & Activities of Daily LivingYou are here
Master basic nursing skills (35%) and ADLs (22%), together 57% of Credentia's NNAAP written exam (Headmaster uses its own 12 subject areas). Focus on infection control, safety, vital signs, body mechanics, transfers, bathing, and grooming.
Role of the Nurse Aide
Study communication techniques, resident rights (OBRA), legal/ethical behavior, HIPAA, abuse reporting, and your role as a healthcare team member. This domain is 26% of Credentia's NNAAP written exam.
Psychosocial & Restorative Care
Focus on emotional/mental health needs, cultural sensitivity, and restorative care including assistive devices and promoting independence. Psychosocial Care Skills (10%) and Self-Care and Independence (7%) total 17% of Credentia's NNAAP written exam.
Clinical Skills Practice
Practice every skill on your vendor's list (the NNAAP list for Credentia, or the Headmaster task list). Know every step — hand hygiene is always included. Simulate the 30-minute skills test. Missing a critical step fails the skill.
Can You Take the Maryland CNA Exam?
Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements
- •Must complete MBON-approved training before testing
- •Must pass both the knowledge test (70 questions; 2 hours with Credentia or 60 minutes and 73% with Headmaster) AND the skills test (Credentia: 5 skills in 30 min; Headmaster: 3-4 tasks in 30 min)
- •Sit for the competency evaluation within 24 months of completing training, or retake an approved training program (COMAR 10.39.01.07)
- •Federal 4-month rule (MBON calls it the 120-day rule): a nursing facility may not use someone as a nurse aide for more than 4 months full-time unless they have completed training and a competency evaluation (42 CFR 483.35(d))
- •Since April 1, 2026, new applicants can only be certified as CNA-I (formerly CNA/GNA), which covers all practice settings including long-term care
- •CNA-I and CNA-II certificates renew every 2 years
- •Renewal requires at least 16 hours of paid work as a nursing assistant in the 2 years before expiration
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Maryland CNA Exam Details
Maryland Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA-I)
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Exam Content Breakdown
Based on the official Maryland Board of Nursing (MBON) / Credentia or D&SDT-Headmaster content outline
Infection control, safety/emergency procedures, therapeutic/technical procedures, data collection and reporting
Hygiene, dressing/grooming, nutrition/hydration, elimination, rest/sleep/comfort
Communication, client rights, legal/ethical behavior, member of healthcare team
Emotional/mental health needs, spiritual/cultural needs
Prevention, self-care/independence
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