How much does the Pennsylvania CNA test cost?
Updated · Reviewed against official sources
The current Pennsylvania nurse aide exam fee is listed in the Pennsylvania candidate handbook on Credentia's PA page, the testing vendor named by the Pennsylvania Department of Health. If you're employed by a nursing facility (or have an offer from one), federal rules say you can't be charged for the competency evaluation.
| Item | Detail | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Testing vendor | Credentia | PA Department of Health |
| Written test | 70 multiple-choice questions in 2 hours (oral version available) | Credentia PA exam overview |
| Skills test | 5 skills | Credentia PA exam overview |
| Fee | See current handbook | Credentia PA page |
| Who can't be charged | Aides employed by, or with an offer from, a nursing facility | 42 CFR 483.154(c) |
Who pays
Federal rules prohibit charging nurse aides for a competency evaluation if they're employed by, or have received an offer of employment from, a nursing facility, and they require pro-rated reimbursement in some cases when you're hired within 12 months. Ask your employer or training program before you pay.
Avoid paying twice
Retakes usually cost money too. Practice until you're consistently comfortable before booking: start with the free 20-question test.
Quick answers
- Is there a Pennsylvania nurse aide exam Credentia practice test?
- Check Credentia's PA page for official candidate materials. Our free practice test is an independent option.
- What is the Pennsylvania nurse aide exam passing score?
- It's explained in the current Pennsylvania candidate handbook from Credentia.
- PA CNA skills test: is hand washing always on it?
- Check the skills section of the current Pennsylvania handbook.
What to do next
Practice before you pay for a test date.
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Sources
- Pennsylvania Department of Health — Nurse aide testing
- Credentia — Pennsylvania
- Credentia (PA) — Exam overview
- 42 CFR 483.154 (Cornell LII)
Checked: . Rules, fees and vendors change — always confirm with your state's official page and candidate handbook.