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New Jersey Certified Nursing Assistant

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New Jersey CNA License: Complete Roadmap

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

1

Complete NJ NATCEP Training

Enroll in and complete a NJ Department of Health-approved NATCEP training program (90 hours: 50 classroom + 40 clinical). Programs offered at community colleges, nursing facilities, and vocational schools throughout New Jersey.

0
hours
2

Basic Nursing Skills & Personal Care (57% of Exam)You are here

Master vital signs, body mechanics, repositioning, transfers, bathing sequences, catheter care, ROM exercises, nutrition assistance, and proper documentation.

30
hours
3

Client Rights, Communication & NJ Regulations

Focus on OBRA resident rights, HIPAA, NJ DOH registry requirements, mandated reporting, scope of practice, and the NJ Long-Term Care Ombudsman program.

20
hours
4

Clinical Skills Practice

Practice all clinical skills from the skills list. Handwashing is always included. Simulate the skills test under exam conditions.

15
hours
Estimated total study time
65 hours
That's about 7 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the New Jersey CNA Exam?

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Age
18 years or older
Education
Complete NJ NATCEP (Nurse Aide in Long Term Care Facilities Training and Competency Evaluation Program) — 90 hours: 50 classroom + 40 clinical
Background Check
Required — criminal background check for certification
Additional Requirements
  • Must pass both the Written/Oral Examination AND the Clinical Skills Evaluation
  • Submit Training Verification Form with testing application
  • Can be employed as nurse aide for up to 120 days while in approved training program
  • No formal continuing education requirements for basic renewal
  • Employer must submit verification of employment for renewal through NJ Nurse Aide Registry

New Jersey CNA Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

2-6 weeks after completing training

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

PSI (on behalf of NJ Department of Health)

In-Person Only
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Retake Policy

Maximum 3 attempts within 2 years of completing training. After exhausting attempts or exceeding the 2-year window, must complete a new NATCEP training program before retesting.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam Fee$76 (employer-paid if employed by Medicaid-certified facility)
Background Check$25-60
Pre-License Education$500-2,000 (NATCEP training program, varies by school)
Total Estimated Cost$601-2,136 total (training + exam + background check)
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New Jersey CNA Exam Details

New Jersey Certified Nursing Assistant

Administered by New Jersey Department of Health / PSI

Official Source
~70% written + 100% satisfactory on all clinical skills
Passing Score
60-70
Questions
90
Minutes
$76 exam fee (employer-paid if employed by Medicaid-certified facility)
Exam Fee
Study time: 50-100 hours
Prerequisites: Complete the NJ NATCEP (90 hours: 50 classroom + 40 clinical)
Valid for: 2 years — must work at least 7 hours as CNA every 24 months to renew

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official New Jersey Department of Health / PSI content outline

Basic Nursing Skills35%

Vital signs, positioning, transfers, ROM, nutrition, I&O, wound observation, body mechanics, catheter care

Personal Care / ADL22%

Bathing, grooming, dressing, perineal care, oral hygiene, nail care, elimination, fluid management

Emotional & Mental Health8%

Depression, dementia, Alzheimer's, grief, end-of-life care, behavioral approaches

Client Rights8%

Privacy, dignity, right to refuse, advance directives, HIPAA, NJ ombudsman program

Communication7%

Therapeutic communication, documentation, SBAR, reporting changes, HIPAA

Restorative / Self-Care7%

Restorative programs, independence, assistive devices, aging changes, contracture prevention

Member of the Health Care Team6%

Delegation, interdisciplinary team, care planning, chain of command, professional behavior

Legal & Ethical Behavior5%

NJ scope of practice, NJ DOH registry, mandated reporting, OBRA requirements

Spiritual & Cultural Needs2%

Cultural competence, religious accommodation, spiritual support

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