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Minnesota Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

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Minnesota CNA License: Complete Roadmap

Follow this path to maximize your chances of passing on the first try

1

Complete CNA Training

Complete a Minnesota MDH-approved CNA training program (NATCEP) with 75 hours minimum including 16 clinical and 16 lab hours.

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2

Basic Nursing & Personal Care SkillsYou are here

Master the two largest content areas: vital signs, positioning, transfers, plus bathing, grooming, and personal care (40% combined).

30
hours
3

Infection Control & Safety

Study standard precautions, hand hygiene, PPE, fall prevention, body mechanics, and fire safety (RACE/PASS) (24% combined).

20
hours
4

Role, Communication & Legal

Review scope of practice, delegation, therapeutic communication, OBRA resident rights, and Minnesota abuse reporting requirements.

20
hours
5

Practice Exams & Skills Review

Complete timed practice tests targeting 74%+ scores. Review all 70-question format and Minnesota-specific regulations.

20
hours
Estimated total study time
90 hours
That's about 9 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the Minnesota CNA Exam?

Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements

Age
16+ years old
Education
High school diploma or equivalent recommended
Background Check
Required — Minnesota requires background screening for nurse aide training and registry listing
Fingerprinting
May be required by employer or training program
Additional Requirements
  • Complete a Minnesota MDH-approved CNA training program (75 hours minimum, 16 clinical + 16 lab)
  • Pass Headmaster knowledge exam (74% or 52/70 correct) and skills exam
  • Multiple attempts allowed within 24 months of training completion
  • Challenge candidates (nursing students, military) may test without program completion

Minnesota CNA Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

2-4 weeks after training completion (typical study period)

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

Headmaster (D&S Diversified Technologies)

Remote Testing Available
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Retake Policy

Multiple attempts allowed within 24 months of training completion. After 24 months from training, must complete a new approved program before retesting. Can retake failed components only.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam Fee$200 (Knowledge exam, $10 optional audio exam)
Application Fee$0
Background Check$25-50 (varies by employer/program)
Pre-License Education$500-2,000 (CNA training program, varies by institution)
Total Estimated Cost$725-2,260 (training + exam + background check)
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Minnesota CNA Exam Details

Minnesota Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Administered by Headmaster (D&S Diversified Technologies) / Minnesota Department of Health (MDH)

Official Source
74% (52/70 correct)
Passing Score
70
Questions
120
Hours
$200 (plus $10 for audio exam option)
Exam Fee
Study time: 50-100 hours
Prerequisites: Complete a Minnesota MDH-approved CNA training program (75 hours minimum: 16 clinical + 16 lab)
Valid for: 2 years — renewal requires 8+ hours of paid employment during certification period

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official Headmaster (D&S Diversified Technologies) / Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) content outline

Basic Nursing Skills (22%)22%

Vital signs, positioning, transfers, range of motion, nutrition, hydration, elimination, skin care, I&O measurement

Personal Care Skills (18%)18%

Bathing, grooming, oral care, dressing, perineal care, bed making, assistive devices, nail care

Infection Control (12%)12%

Standard precautions, hand hygiene, PPE, transmission-based precautions, bloodborne pathogens

Safety & Emergency (12%)12%

Fall prevention, body mechanics, safe transfers, fire safety (RACE/PASS), emergency response

Role & Responsibilities (12%)12%

Scope of practice, delegation, professional boundaries, ethical behavior, MDH Nurse Aide Registry, NATCEP

Communication (10%)10%

Therapeutic communication, active listening, cultural sensitivity, reporting observations, SBAR

Mental Health & Social Needs (8%)8%

Depression, anxiety, dementia care, behavioral symptoms, therapeutic approaches, person-centered care

Resident Rights & Legal/Ethical (6%)6%

OBRA rights, dignity and privacy, informed consent, grievance procedures, HIPAA, abuse reporting

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Minnesota CNA Exam FAQ

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