ExamReady CNAWho tests you in Colorado
Credentia develops and manages the NNAAP (National Nurse Aide Assessment Program). NNAAP and Credentia are the same exam, not two vendors.
On the Credentia NNAAP, the written test has 70 multiple-choice items (10 unscored pretest items) in up to 2 hours, and the skills evaluation is 5 randomly selected skills in 30 minutes. Credentia reports Pass or Fail only.
Training
We have not verified the Colorado training total. Check your state registry. The federal minimum is 75 hours including 16 hours of supervised practical training, and many states require more.
Exam fee
The published combined fee for the written and skills tests in Colorado is $145. Retake fees vary by component, so check the candidate handbook.
Retakes
Federal rules give you at least three opportunities to pass. For Colorado, the verified rule is: 24 months from the application receipt date.
Registry renewal
Colorado: 8 hours of paid nursing-related work per cycle; no continuing education.