Introduction

Welcome, and congratulations on pursuing professional Nurse Aide examination. This handbook is designed for candidates who want to be listed on the North Carolina Nurse Aide Registry. It tells you how to apply for and take the National Nurse Aide Examination. 

This handbook will answer many of your questions about the test. Take the time to read it and keep it so you can refer to it whenever you have a question about the test.

The National Nurse Aide Assessment Program (NNAAP)

The National Nurse Aide Assessment Program (NNAAP®) was developed by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing, Inc. The NNAAP® Examination is an evaluation of nurse aide-related knowledge, skills, and abilities. Its purpose is to determine if you understand and can safely perform the job of an entry-level nurse aide.

About Credentia

This handbook was created by Credentia in partnership with the North Carolina Department of Health. Credentia is a nationally recognized provider of testing services to develop, score, and report the results of the North Carolina Nurse Aide Registry test. Credentia also processes applications, schedules examinations, and administers the tests.

Visit:  https://credentia.com/about-us/nurse-aide-resource-center/ for additional information.