NHA exams compared
| Exam | Scored + pretest | Time | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| CCMA - Clinical Medical Assistant | 150 + 30 | 3 hours | |
| CPT - Phlebotomy Technician | 100 + 20 | 2 hours | |
| CET - EKG Technician | 100 + 20 | 2 hours | |
| ExCPT - Pharmacy Technician | 100 + 20 | 2 hr 10 min |
- 1,297 original questions: CNA, PTCB, CCMA
- Timed full-length exams + domain score reports
- 90 days, one-time - emailed to you after purchase
Your course access is emailed to you after purchase. 14-day money-back guarantee. Refund policy
Rules shared by NHA exams
- Passing: scaled score of 390 or higher (range 200-500).
- Retakes: 3 attempts with at least 30 days between; after a third failure, a 1-year wait per attempt. Each retake is full price.
- Delivery: PSI test centers or live remote proctoring (LRP), or at an approved school.
- Eligibility: high school diploma or equivalent plus a training program or work experience; CPT also needs 30 venipunctures and 10 capillary sticks, CET 10 EKGs on live individuals.
- Renewal: every 2 years; 10 CE credits for CCMA, CPT and CET (20 CE hours for ExCPT).
- Fees: listed in NHA’s shop and vary by exam - check at registration.
CNA, PTCB and CCMA prep course - $19
1,297 original practice questions for CNA, PTCB and CCMA, with explanations, timed exams and domain score reports. One-time $19 for 90 days, emailed to you after purchase - no subscription.
Your course access is emailed to you after purchase. 14-day money-back guarantee. Refund policy
HealthCert Prep is not affiliated with or endorsed by the National Healthcareer Association (NHA). NHA, CCMA, CPT, CET and ExCPT is a trademark of its owner. All practice questions on this site are original.
Frequently asked questions
What is a passing score on NHA exams?
A scaled score of 390 on a 200-500 scale.
How many times can I take an NHA exam?
Three attempts at least 30 days apart; then one attempt per year.
Can I take NHA exams online?
Yes, through live remote proctoring, if your computer and internet meet the requirements.
Sources
- NHA - Candidate Handbook (accessed 2026-09-23)
- NHA - CCMA Test Plan (2022 job analysis) (accessed 2026-09-23)
- NHA - CPT Test Plan (2024 job analysis) (accessed 2026-09-23)
- NHA - CET Test Plan (2017 job analysis) (accessed 2026-09-23)
- NHA - ExCPT Test Plan (2023 job analysis) (accessed 2026-09-23)