Free Pennsylvania CNA Exam Prep
Pennsylvania Certified Nursing Assistant
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Complete PA-Approved Nurse Aide Training
Enroll in and complete a Pennsylvania-approved nurse aide training program (minimum 80 hours: 42.5 classroom + 37.5 clinical). Programs offered at nursing facilities, community colleges, and vocational schools throughout Pennsylvania.
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.
Client Rights, Communication & PA Regulations
Focus on OBRA resident rights, HIPAA, PA DOH registry requirements, mandated reporting, scope of practice, and the PA Long-Term Care Ombudsman program.
Clinical Skills Practice
Practice all 5 randomly selected clinical skills for the hands-on test. Must complete all skills within 25 minutes. Handwashing is always included.
Can You Take the Pennsylvania CNA Exam?
Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements
- •Must pass both Written/Oral Exam (70 questions, 120 min) AND Clinical Skills Evaluation (5 skills, 25 min)
- •Maximum 3 attempts; must retake training after 3 failures or if 2-year window expires
- •No-shows count as one of the 3 attempts
- •Online written exam available through Credentia with live proctoring
- •Pennsylvania does not require continuing education for CNA renewal
- •Must work at least 1 documented day (8 consecutive hours) for pay as nurse aide in approved facility every 24 months
Pennsylvania 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 PA Department of Health)
Retake Policy
Maximum 3 attempts within 2 years of completing training. No-shows count as an attempt. After exhausting attempts or exceeding 2 years, must complete a new PA-approved training program before retesting.
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What You'll Study
10 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide
Exam Structure, PA Regulations & Registry Requirements
3 sections
Communication, Interpersonal Skills & Healthcare Team
3 sections
Resident Rights, Dignity & Ethical Care
3 sections
Infection Control, Asepsis & Safety Protocols
4 sections
Safety, Emergency Response & Body Mechanics
3 sections
Vital Signs, Measurements & Specimen Collection
4 sections
Personal Care Skills & Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
4 sections
Nutrition, Hydration, Elimination & Catheter Care
3 sections
Restorative Nursing, Mobility & Positioning
3 sections
Mental Health, Cognitive Care & End-of-Life Needs
3 sections
Pennsylvania CNA Exam Details
Pennsylvania Certified Nursing Assistant
Administered by Credentia / Pennsylvania Department of Health
Exam Content Breakdown
Based on the official Credentia / Pennsylvania Department of Health content outline
Vital signs, positioning, transfers, ROM, nutrition, I&O, wound observation, body mechanics, catheter care
Bathing, grooming, dressing, perineal care, oral hygiene, nail care, elimination, fluid management
Depression, dementia, Alzheimer's, grief, end-of-life care, behavioral approaches
Privacy, dignity, right to refuse, advance directives, HIPAA, PA ombudsman program
Therapeutic communication, documentation, SBAR, reporting changes, HIPAA
Restorative programs, independence, assistive devices, aging changes, contracture prevention
Delegation, interdisciplinary team, care planning, chain of command, professional behavior
PA scope of practice, PA DOH registry, mandated reporting, OBRA requirements
Cultural competence, religious accommodation, spiritual support
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