Introduction

Introduction to the Nurse Aide I Registry and NNAAP® Examination

This handbook is designed for candidates seeking to be listed on the North Carolina Nurse Aide I Registry. It provides guidance on how to apply for and take the National Nurse Aide Assessment Program (NNAAP®) examination.

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services has contracted with Credentia, a nationally recognized provider of assessment services to regulatory agencies and national associations, to:

• Develop, score, and report examination results
• Process applications
• Schedule and administer the NNAAP® examination

The National Nurse Aide Assessment Program (NNAAP®)

The NNAAP® examination is a nationally standardized testing program designed to assess whether a candidate possesses the minimum competency required to become a nurse aide.

• The program was developed by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing, Inc, (NCSBN) to meet the nurse aide evaluation standards mandated by both federal and state regulations. This is now managed by Credentia, LLC. 
• Credentia is the authorized administrator of the NNAAP® examination in North Carolina.

Examination Components

The NNAAP® consists of two parts:

1. Written (or Oral) Examination
2. Skills Evaluation

The purpose of the NNAAP® examination is to ensure that candidates understand and can safely perform the responsibilities of an entry-level nurse aide.