Verification in progress. We could not confirm every fee and process detail for New Jersey from a current official handbook, so this page lists only what we verified. Check with PSI (written/oral) and D&S Diversified Technologies (skills) before you register.
New Jersey CNA exam at a glance
Exam format, fees and rules
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Written/oral exam vendor | PSI |
| Written exam | 60 items, 90 minutes, passing score 75% |
| Oral option | English or Spanish oral, 60 items, 90 minutes |
| Skills test vendor | D&S Diversified Technologies (Headmaster) handles skill test scheduling and payments |
What makes New Jersey different
- New Jersey splits the exam between two vendors: PSI for written/oral and D&SDT for skills.
- We have not verified current New Jersey fees from a primary source, so they are not listed.
How to get certified in New Jersey
- Complete an NJ-approved training program
Training plus a criminal background check are required.
- Schedule the skills test
Skill test scheduling and payment go through D&SDT.
- Schedule the written/oral test
Written test scheduling and payment go through PSI.
Test day checklist
- Bring the ID your test vendor requires.
Federal minimums that apply everywhere
Federal rules set the floor for every state: nurse aide training must be at least 75 clock hours, including at least 16 hours of supervised practical training (42 CFR 483.152). States can require more. After you are certified, going 24 consecutive months without paid nursing-related work means retraining or retesting before you can work in a Medicare/Medicaid nursing home (42 CFR 483.35(d)).
CNA practice test (written exam)
CNA practice test (written exam)
Practice for the New Jersey CNA written exam
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Frequently asked questions
How do I become a CNA in New Jersey?
1) Complete an NJ-approved training program. 2) Schedule the skills test. 3) Schedule the written/oral test.
Who runs the New Jersey CNA exam?
PSI (written/oral) and D&S Diversified Technologies (skills) administers testing; New Jersey Department of Health oversees certification and the registry.
How many questions are on the New Jersey CNA test?
PSI.
Sources
- PSI - NJ Department of Health (Nurse Aide) exam information (accessed 2026-09-23)
- NJ DOH - Nurse Aides/Personal Care Assistants (accessed 2026-09-23)
- D&SDT - New Jersey CNA testing (accessed 2026-09-23)
- eCFR - 42 CFR 483.152 Requirements for approval of a nurse aide training and competency evaluation program (accessed 2026-09-23)