Nursing Assistant NA Registry Test

Testing Information

We are an approved test site for the Minnesota State Registry Test, and this competency exam for Nursing Assistants (NA) meets state and federal OBRA requirements.

Check for Upcoming Testing Dates

Download the new Minnesota candidate handbook to learn more, and review the test events listed below for full descriptions and details.

Registering for a Test

• To pay by credit card, register online.
• To pay by check, or if your company is covering the cost, download the NA Registration Form or call 507-433-0573 to complete registration.

Challenge/Test-Out Candidates

If you have not completed a Minnesota state-approved NA training program within the last 2 years, you may still test as a Challenge candidate. When registering, enter “Challenge” when asked for your candidate status.

What to Expect After Registration

• Once you register and pay, your seat in that test event is secured.
• About 1 week before your test date:
  • You will be scheduled in the TMU testing platform.
  • If you are a Challenge candidate, you will be added to the TMU platform.
  • You will receive an email with important testing details, including your Skills Test time slot. Be sure to check your junk or spam folder.

Testing FAQ

• You do not need to take the Knowledge and Skills tests on the same day.
• You do need to come to campus for both tests. You will receive an email with your location and arrival details.
• You must pass both the Skills Test and the Knowledge Test to be certified and placed on the registry.
• If you fail a test, you must register for a new test date and pay again.

Preparing for the Test

• Get a free question of the day and a 10-question practice test at HDMaster.
• You may also purchase full practice tests based on the state plan at HDMaster.
• Download and review the Minnesota Mock Skills.
• Review vocabulary in the Minnesota candidate handbook.

Cancellations and Transfer Policy

No-Show Exception: If you test positive for a contagious illness or become injured right before the test, you may be eligible for a partial or full refund.

This does not guarantee a refund, but it may reduce your re-registration fee or provide a partial refund.

Cancellation/Refund Policy

If you need to cancel or reschedule, you must call 507-433-0573 at least 3 business days before your test date. No refunds are given for late arrivals, no-shows, unprepared testers, or students who do not cancel within the required timeframe.