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Nevada Certified Nursing Assistant (NNAAP)

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Nevada CNA License: Complete Roadmap

Follow this path to organize your licensing and exam preparation

1

Complete NSBN-Approved CNA Training

Enroll in and complete a Nevada State Board of Nursing-approved CNA training program (100 hours: 50 classroom + 50 clinical). Programs offered through community colleges, healthcare facilities, and private schools statewide.

100
hours
2

Personal Care & Basic Nursing SkillsYou are here

Master personal care skills (23%) and basic nursing skills (27%) — together 50% of the NNAAP exam. Focus on bathing sequences, vital signs, transfers, positioning, and infection control.

30
hours
3

Psychosocial Care & Role of Nurse Aide

Study emotional/mental health care, dementia care, therapeutic communication, resident rights, and Nevada-specific regulations (NRS Chapter 632). These areas represent 39% of the exam.

25
hours
4

Clinical Skills Practice

Practice all 22 clinical skills from the NNAAP skills list. Know every step — handwashing is always included. Simulate the 25-minute skills test. Missing critical steps results in automatic failure for that skill.

25
hours
Estimated total study time
180 hours
That's about 18 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the Nevada CNA Exam?

Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements

Age
16 years or older
Education
Complete a Nevada State Board of Nursing-approved CNA training program (100 hours: 50 classroom + 50 clinical)
Background Check
Required — fingerprinting and criminal background check
Fingerprinting
Required for certification
Additional Requirements
  • Must complete NSBN-approved training before scheduling the exam
  • Must pass BOTH Written Knowledge Test (70 questions, 2 hours, 70%) AND Clinical Skills Test (5 skills, 25 min)
  • Maximum 3 attempts per test section before needing to repeat training
  • After passing, Credentia reports results to Nevada State Board of Nursing for registry listing
  • Renewal every 2 years requires 24 hours of CNA-related continuing education AND 40 hours of paid work
  • Mandatory abuse reporting to Nevada State Board of Nursing per NRS 632.472

Nevada CNA Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

2-6 weeks after completing training (schedule through Credentia)

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

Credentia (on behalf of Nevada State Board of Nursing)

In-Person Only
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Retake Policy

Maximum 3 attempts at each test section (written and skills). After 3 failed attempts on either portion, must complete an additional NSBN-approved CNA training program before retesting. Each retake requires scheduling through Credentia and paying applicable fees.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam Fee$150 total ($50 written + $100 skills)
Fingerprint Fee$50-75 (background check)
Pre-License Education$600-2,500 (CNA training program, varies by school; some employers pay)
Total Estimated Cost$800-2,625 total (training + exam + fingerprinting)
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What You'll Study

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Nevada CNA Exam Details

Nevada Certified Nursing Assistant (NNAAP)

Administered by Credentia / Nevada State Board of Nursing

Official Source
70% written (49/70) + 100% critical skills steps
Passing Score
70
Questions
2
Hours
$150 (written $50 + skills $100)
Exam Fee
Study time: 60-100 hours
Prerequisites: Complete a Nevada State Board of Nursing-approved CNA training program (100 hours: 50 classroom + 50 clinical)
Valid for: 2 years (24 CE hours + 40 hours paid work required for renewal)

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official Credentia / Nevada State Board of Nursing content outline

Personal Care Skills23%

Bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, perineal care, oral hygiene, nail/foot care, elimination assistance

Basic Nursing Skills27%

Vital signs, positioning, transfers, ROM, nutrition, hydration, I&O, body mechanics, specimen collection, safety

Restorative Skills11%

Restorative programs, independence, assistive devices, aging changes, contracture prevention, gait belt use

Psychosocial Care13%

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

Role of the Nurse Aide26%

Communication, documentation, resident rights, legal/ethical behavior, Nevada regulations (NRS Chapter 632), scope of practice

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