New York CNA exam at a glance
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Exam format, fees and rules
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Testing vendor | Prometric |
| Written exam | 60 multiple-choice questions, 90 minutes |
| Skills exam | 5 skills scored (3 assigned + handwashing + indirect care); 31-40 minutes |
| Fees (first time) | $115 skills + written; $135 skills + oral |
| Retest fees | $68 skills; $57 written; $67 oral |
| Deadline | Pass both within 2 years of completing training |
| Attempts | 3 attempts at each exam |
What makes New York different
- New York’s manual covers nursing home nurse aides specifically; criminal history checks apply to nursing home and home care employment.
- The skills exam time limit varies (31-40 minutes) based on which skills you draw.
- Retests are priced per part, from $57 (written) to $68 (skills).
How to get certified in New York
- Complete a NYSDOH-approved nursing home nurse aide training program
Programs also arrange much of the testing.
- Apply to Prometric
Mail the application and fees if you are not testing through your program.
- Take both exams
First-time testers must register for both the clinical skills and written (or oral) exam.
- Get listed
Passing both places you on the New York Nurse Aide Registry.
Test day checklist
- Bring the identification listed in the manual.
- The skills exam may be stopped if the resident actor is in danger or you fail to progress.
Registry and contacts
Prometric NY: 800-805-9128.
Federal minimums that apply everywhere
Federal rules set the floor for every state: nurse aide training must be at least 75 clock hours, including at least 16 hours of supervised practical training (42 CFR 483.152). States can require more. After you are certified, going 24 consecutive months without paid nursing-related work means retraining or retesting before you can work in a Medicare/Medicaid nursing home (42 CFR 483.35(d)).
CNA practice test (written exam)
CNA practice test (written exam)
CNA, PTCB and CCMA prep course - $19
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Frequently asked questions
How do I become a CNA in New York?
1) Complete a NYSDOH-approved nursing home nurse aide training program. 2) Apply to Prometric. 3) Take both exams. 4) Get listed.
Who runs the New York CNA exam?
Prometric administers testing; New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) - Nurse Aide Registry oversees certification and the registry.
How much does the New York CNA exam cost?
$115 skills + written; $135 skills + oral (verified 2026-09-23 from the official handbook or fee page).
How many questions are on the New York CNA test?
60 multiple-choice questions, 90 minutes.
How many times can I take the New York CNA exam?
Pass both within 2 years of completing training.