Introduction

This handbook is designed for candidates who want to be listed on the Colorado nurse aide registry. It provides you the information of how to apply and take the National Nurse Aide Examination. This handbook will explain all the necessary information about the test.

The National Nurse Aide Assessment Program (NNAAP)

The National Nurse Aide Assessment Program (NNAAP®) was developed by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing, Inc., The NNAAP® Examination is an evaluation of Nurse Aide-related knowledge, skills, and abilities. Its purpose is to determine if you understand and can safely perform the job of an entry-level Nurse Aide.

About Credentia

This handbook was created by Credentia in partnership with the Colorado Board of Nursing. Credentia is a nationally recognized provider of testing services to develop, score and report the results of the Colorado Nurse Aide Registry test. Credentia also processes applications, schedules examinations and administers the tests.