Indiana CNA Skills Exam
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Comprehensive Practice Tes
V2a well detailed one 2025 /
2026 written and graded A+
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Exam Topic: Indiana Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Competency Evaluation – Advanced
Practice Test Covering the Indiana Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program
(NATCEP) Requirements, OBRA 1987 Federal Regulations, Clinical Skills Proficiency, Infection
Control Protocols, Safety & Emergency Response, Resident Rights & Legal/Ethical Obligations,
Restorative Care Principles, and Indiana-Specific Administrative Requirements
Difficulty Level: Advanced / Mixed (with emphasis on application, critical thinking, and nuanced
decision-making)
Target Audience: CNA candidates preparing for the Indiana State Competency Evaluation Exam
administered through Ivy Tech Community College
,SECTION 1: EXAM STRUCTURE, REGULATIONS & ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS (Questions
1–20)
1. The Indiana CNA competency evaluation consists of a written examination and a clinical
skills demonstration. Which entity is responsible for administering this examination
throughout the state of Indiana?
A) Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) directly
B) Ivy Tech Community College Central Testing Office
C) Prometric Testing Services
D) Pearson VUE
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The competency evaluation is administered by Ivy Tech Community College, which
operates a Central Testing Office that processes applications and schedules testing throughout
Indiana.
2. How many total questions are on the Indiana CNA written examination, and what is the
minimum percentage required to pass?
A) 75 questions, 75% correct
B) 80 questions, 80% correct
C) 100 questions, 80% correct
D) 100 questions, 70% correct
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The Indiana CNA written exam consists of 100 multiple-choice questions, and
candidates must achieve a minimum score of 80% (80 correct answers) to pass.
3. A candidate who fails either the written or skills portion of the Indiana CNA exam may
retake the failed portion. What is the maximum number of attempts permitted within a two-
year period?
A) Two attempts per portion
B) Three attempts per portion
C) Four attempts per portion
D) Unlimited attempts
,Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Candidates are permitted up to four attempts for the written test and up to four
attempts for the skills test within a two-year period.
4. As of January 1, 2025, what is the fee structure for the Indiana CNA competency
evaluation?
A) $75.00 for both tests, $65.00 for one test
B) $90.00 for both tests, $75.00 for one test
C) $100.00 for both tests, $90.00 for one test
D) $120.00 for both tests, $100.00 for one test
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: As of January 1, 2025, the fee for both the written and skills tests is $100.00. A fee of
$90.00 is charged for only one test (written or skills).
5. What is the minimum number of training hours required to become eligible for the Indiana
CNA examination?
A) 75 hours total (all clinical)
B) 105 hours total (30 hours classroom + 75 hours clinical)
C) 120 hours total (60 hours classroom + 60 hours clinical)
D) 150 hours total (75 hours classroom + 75 hours clinical)
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Candidates must complete a state-approved Nurse Aide Training Program consisting
of 30 hours of classroom education and 75 hours of clinical training, totaling 105 hours.
6. The Indiana CNA written examination has a time limit of 90 minutes. A candidate who
requires additional time due to a documented disability may request an accommodation.
What is the correct procedure for requesting such an accommodation?
A) Request the accommodation on the day of the test
B) Submit a written request with appropriate documentation to Ivy Tech at least 30 days before
the scheduled exam
C) Request the accommodation from the proctor immediately before the exam begins
D) Accommodations are not available for the Indiana CNA exam
, Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Candidates requiring testing accommodations must submit a written request with
appropriate documentation to the testing office well in advance (typically at least 30 days) of
the scheduled exam date.
7. To maintain active status on the Indiana Nurse Aide Registry, a CNA must meet specific
renewal requirements. Which of the following accurately describes the renewal
requirements?
A) Complete 12 hours of continuing education annually and pay a $50 renewal fee
B) Work at least 8 paid hours in nursing or nursing-related activities during each 2-year renewal
cycle, with no renewal fee
C) Work at least 40 paid hours annually and complete 24 hours of in-service education
D) Complete a refresher course every year and pay a $75 renewal fee
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: To renew CNA certification in Indiana, the aide must work at least 8 paid hours in
nursing or nursing-related activities during each 2-year renewal cycle. There is no fee to renew a
CNA certification.
8. A CNA's certification in Indiana has expired. What is the grace period during which the CNA
may still renew without retaking the competency examination?
A) 30 days
B) 60 days
C) 8 months
D) 12 months
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: If a CNA's certification has expired, there is a grace period of up to 8 months during
which they may renew without retaking the competency examination.
9. What federal legislation established the requirement for nurse aide training and
competency evaluation programs (NATCEP)?
A) Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996
B) Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) of 1987
–
Comprehensive Practice Tes
V2a well detailed one 2025 /
2026 written and graded A+
upgraded
Exam Topic: Indiana Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Competency Evaluation – Advanced
Practice Test Covering the Indiana Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program
(NATCEP) Requirements, OBRA 1987 Federal Regulations, Clinical Skills Proficiency, Infection
Control Protocols, Safety & Emergency Response, Resident Rights & Legal/Ethical Obligations,
Restorative Care Principles, and Indiana-Specific Administrative Requirements
Difficulty Level: Advanced / Mixed (with emphasis on application, critical thinking, and nuanced
decision-making)
Target Audience: CNA candidates preparing for the Indiana State Competency Evaluation Exam
administered through Ivy Tech Community College
,SECTION 1: EXAM STRUCTURE, REGULATIONS & ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS (Questions
1–20)
1. The Indiana CNA competency evaluation consists of a written examination and a clinical
skills demonstration. Which entity is responsible for administering this examination
throughout the state of Indiana?
A) Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) directly
B) Ivy Tech Community College Central Testing Office
C) Prometric Testing Services
D) Pearson VUE
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The competency evaluation is administered by Ivy Tech Community College, which
operates a Central Testing Office that processes applications and schedules testing throughout
Indiana.
2. How many total questions are on the Indiana CNA written examination, and what is the
minimum percentage required to pass?
A) 75 questions, 75% correct
B) 80 questions, 80% correct
C) 100 questions, 80% correct
D) 100 questions, 70% correct
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The Indiana CNA written exam consists of 100 multiple-choice questions, and
candidates must achieve a minimum score of 80% (80 correct answers) to pass.
3. A candidate who fails either the written or skills portion of the Indiana CNA exam may
retake the failed portion. What is the maximum number of attempts permitted within a two-
year period?
A) Two attempts per portion
B) Three attempts per portion
C) Four attempts per portion
D) Unlimited attempts
,Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Candidates are permitted up to four attempts for the written test and up to four
attempts for the skills test within a two-year period.
4. As of January 1, 2025, what is the fee structure for the Indiana CNA competency
evaluation?
A) $75.00 for both tests, $65.00 for one test
B) $90.00 for both tests, $75.00 for one test
C) $100.00 for both tests, $90.00 for one test
D) $120.00 for both tests, $100.00 for one test
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: As of January 1, 2025, the fee for both the written and skills tests is $100.00. A fee of
$90.00 is charged for only one test (written or skills).
5. What is the minimum number of training hours required to become eligible for the Indiana
CNA examination?
A) 75 hours total (all clinical)
B) 105 hours total (30 hours classroom + 75 hours clinical)
C) 120 hours total (60 hours classroom + 60 hours clinical)
D) 150 hours total (75 hours classroom + 75 hours clinical)
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Candidates must complete a state-approved Nurse Aide Training Program consisting
of 30 hours of classroom education and 75 hours of clinical training, totaling 105 hours.
6. The Indiana CNA written examination has a time limit of 90 minutes. A candidate who
requires additional time due to a documented disability may request an accommodation.
What is the correct procedure for requesting such an accommodation?
A) Request the accommodation on the day of the test
B) Submit a written request with appropriate documentation to Ivy Tech at least 30 days before
the scheduled exam
C) Request the accommodation from the proctor immediately before the exam begins
D) Accommodations are not available for the Indiana CNA exam
, Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Candidates requiring testing accommodations must submit a written request with
appropriate documentation to the testing office well in advance (typically at least 30 days) of
the scheduled exam date.
7. To maintain active status on the Indiana Nurse Aide Registry, a CNA must meet specific
renewal requirements. Which of the following accurately describes the renewal
requirements?
A) Complete 12 hours of continuing education annually and pay a $50 renewal fee
B) Work at least 8 paid hours in nursing or nursing-related activities during each 2-year renewal
cycle, with no renewal fee
C) Work at least 40 paid hours annually and complete 24 hours of in-service education
D) Complete a refresher course every year and pay a $75 renewal fee
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: To renew CNA certification in Indiana, the aide must work at least 8 paid hours in
nursing or nursing-related activities during each 2-year renewal cycle. There is no fee to renew a
CNA certification.
8. A CNA's certification in Indiana has expired. What is the grace period during which the CNA
may still renew without retaking the competency examination?
A) 30 days
B) 60 days
C) 8 months
D) 12 months
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: If a CNA's certification has expired, there is a grace period of up to 8 months during
which they may renew without retaking the competency examination.
9. What federal legislation established the requirement for nurse aide training and
competency evaluation programs (NATCEP)?
A) Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996
B) Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) of 1987
