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Nursing Assistant Testing
Nursing Assistant Testing
CNA Testing is made available for candidates who have recently completed a Minnesota approved training course or challenging the test without training. Alexandria Technical & Community College offers on-campus, in-person exams; no virtual Knowledge exam options available at this time.
There are two parts to the Minnesota Nurse Aide Competency Evaluation, the Knowledge Test and the Manual Skills Test. Candidates must pass both parts in order to receive a certificate and be listed on the Minnesota Nurse Aide Registry. For updates and announcements regarding nursing assistant testing, please see the MDH website.

Knowledge Test
The Knowledge Test (taken on a laptop) consists of seventy (70) multiple-choice questions in English. Candidates will have a maximum of two (2) hours to complete the test. An Oral/Audio test option is also available, which candidates must select in their TMU profile prior to testing. Alexandria College offers on-campus, in-person knowledge exams only.

Skills Test
During the Manual Skills Test you will demonstrate a set of randomly selected nurse aide skill tasks for an RN Test Observer. You will find a complete list of skill tasks in the candidate handbook. You will have a maximum of thirty (30) minutes to complete these tasks. 

Candidate Handbook
The candidate handbook is available on Headmaster's Minnesota Webpage. Learn about updates that have been made to testing procedures, knowledge exams, skills exams, and more.

TMU Minnesota
TMU is a web-based application where candidates manage their profile, take the Knowledge exam, and receive their test results. Candidates that have completed a training program within the last 24 months, will have a TMU profile prepared by their instructor.  Testing sites will initiate profiles for Challenge candidates. After you have registered for the Nursing Assistant Test through ATCC, we will then schedule your test event in TMU. Once you are scheduled into the test event, you will receive an email notification (and text if you listed a text capable phone number in your TMU record) confirming your exam date and time.

Registering for a Test – All candidates must register online to be included in a test date.
  • To pay by credit card, register online below.
  • If your organization is covering the cost of your test, please complete the registration form and return to our office: Nursing Assistant Registration Form
Challenge/Test-Out Candidates
If you have not completed a MN state approved NA training program within the last 2 years, you are still eligible to test as a Challenge candidate. When you register for your test(s), you will enter "Challenge" when asked for your candidate status.

What to Expect After Registration
  • Once you have registered and paid through this website, you will have secured your seat in that test event.
  • Approximately 1 week before your test date:
    • You will be scheduled for your test event in TMU.
    • If you are a Challenge candidate, we will add you to the TMU platform; you are responsible for completing your profile at least 48 hours prior to testing.
    • You will receive a confirmation email with important testing information. Please check your junk/spam folder.
  • If you need to cancel for any reason, you must do so at least 3 business days before the test date by calling 320-762-4510.
  • If you fail a test, you will need to register for a new test date and pay again.
Refund Policy - If you need to cancel or reschedule your exam, you must call 320-762-4510 at least 3 business days prior to the exam date. Late requests may not be accepted. “No-shows” will not receive a refund. If you fail to appear or have the correct documents, you or your company will be responsible for full payment regardless. Click HERE for a list of exceptions.

For testing questions, please contact:
Yvette Halvorson
(320) 762-4546
yvetteh@alextech.edu
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Nursing Assistant Knowledge and Skills Test - Alexandria - #: BOTH  ID: ATCC  Section: 07-30-2026
Start Date: 7/30/2026
Days: Th
Time: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Sessions: 1
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$270.00
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Nursing Assistant Knowledge and Skills Test - Alexandria - #: BOTH  ID: ATCC  Section: 08-06-2026
Start Date: 8/6/2026
Days: Th
Time: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
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Nursing Assistant Knowledge and Skills Test - Alexandria - #: BOTH  ID: ATCC  Section: 08-13-2026
Start Date: 8/13/2026
Days: Th
Time: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
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$270.00
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Nursing Assistant Knowledge Test-Alexandria - #: KNOWLEDGE  ID: ATCC   Section: 08/06/2026
Start Date: 8/6/2026
Days: Th
Time: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Sessions: 1
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$100.00
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Nursing Assistant Knowledge Test-Alexandria - #: KNOWLEDGE  ID: ATCC   Section: 08/13/2026
Start Date: 8/13/2026
Days: Th
Time: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
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Nursing Assistant Knowledge Test-Alexandria - #: KNOWLEDGE  ID: ATCC   Section: 08/19/2026
Start Date: 8/19/2026
Days: W
Time: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Sessions: 1
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Nursing Assistant Knowledge Test-Alexandria - #: KNOWLEDGE  ID: ATCC   Section: 08/20/2026
Start Date: 8/20/2026
Days: Th
Time: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Sessions: 1
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$100.00
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Nursing Assistant Knowledge Test-Alexandria - #: KNOWLEDGE  ID: ATCC   Section: 08/25/2026
Start Date: 8/25/2026
Days: Tu
Time: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Sessions: 1
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$100.00
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Nursing Assistant Knowledge Test-Alexandria - #: KNOWLEDGE  ID: ATCC   Section: 08/27/2026
Start Date: 8/27/2026
Days: Th
Time: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Sessions: 1
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$100.00
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Nursing Assistant Knowledge Test-Alexandria - #: KNOWLEDGE  ID: ATCC   Section: 09/01/2026
Start Date: 9/1/2026
Days: Tu
Time: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Sessions: 1
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$100.00
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Nursing Assistant Knowledge Test-Alexandria - #: KNOWLEDGE  ID: ATCC   Section: 09/03/2026
Start Date: 9/3/2026
Days: Th
Time: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Sessions: 1
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Nursing Assistant Knowledge Test-Alexandria - #: KNOWLEDGE  ID: ATCC   Section: 09/10/2026
Start Date: 9/10/2026
Days: Th
Time: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Sessions: 1
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$100.00
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Nursing Assistant Knowledge Test-Alexandria - #: KNOWLEDGE  ID: ATCC   Section: 09/11/2026
Start Date: 9/11/2026
Days: F
Time: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Sessions: 1
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$100.00
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Nursing Assistant Knowledge Test-Alexandria - #: KNOWLEDGE  ID: ATCC   Section: 09/15/2026
Start Date: 9/15/2026
Days: Tu
Time: 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Sessions: 1
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Alexandria Technical & Community College
$100.00
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210 - General Lecture

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Nursing Assistant Knowledge Test-Alexandria - #: KNOWLEDGE  ID: ATCC   Section: 09/18/2026
Start Date: 9/18/2026
Days: F
Time: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Sessions: 1
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Location: Main Building - 210 - General Lecture
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$100.00
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Nursing Assistant Knowledge Test-Alexandria - #: KNOWLEDGE  ID: ATCC   Section: 09/25/2026
Start Date: 9/25/2026
Days: F
Time: 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Sessions: 1
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Location: Main Building - 210 - General Lecture
Alexandria Technical & Community College
$100.00
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210 - General Lecture

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Nursing Assistant Knowledge Test-Alexandria - #: KNOWLEDGE  ID: ATCC   Section: 09/29/2026
Start Date: 9/29/2026
Days: Tu
Time: 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Sessions: 1
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Location: Main Building - 210 - General Lecture
Alexandria Technical & Community College
$100.00
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210 - General Lecture

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Nursing Assistant Knowledge Test-Alexandria - #: KNOWLEDGE  ID: ATCC   Section: 10/22/2026
Start Date: 10/22/2026
Days: Th
Time: 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Sessions: 1
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Location: Main Building - 210 - General Lecture
Alexandria Technical & Community College
$100.00
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210 - General Lecture

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Nursing Assistant Knowledge Test-Alexandria - #: KNOWLEDGE  ID: ATCC   Section: 10/23/2026
Start Date: 10/23/2026
Days: F
Time: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Sessions: 1
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Location: Main Building - 210 - General Lecture
Alexandria Technical & Community College
$100.00
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210 - General Lecture

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Nursing Assistant Knowledge Test-Alexandria - #: KNOWLEDGE  ID: ATCC   Section: 10/28/2026
Start Date: 10/28/2026
Days: W
Time: 3:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Sessions: 1
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Location: Main Building - 210 - General Lecture
Alexandria Technical & Community College
$100.00
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210 - General Lecture

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Nursing Assistant Knowledge Test-Alexandria - #: KNOWLEDGE  ID: ATCC   Section: 10/29/2026
Start Date: 10/29/2026
Days: Th
Time: 3:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Sessions: 1
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Location: Main Building - 210 - General Lecture
Alexandria Technical & Community College
$100.00
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210 - General Lecture

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Nursing Assistant Knowledge Test-Alexandria - #: KNOWLEDGE  ID: ATCC   Section: 11/03/2026
Start Date: 11/3/2026
Days: Tu
Time: 3:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Sessions: 1
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Location: Main Building - 210 - General Lecture
Alexandria Technical & Community College
$100.00
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210 - General Lecture

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Nursing Assistant Knowledge Test-Alexandria - #: KNOWLEDGE  ID: ATCC   Section: 11/04/2026
Start Date: 11/4/2026
Days: W
Time: 3:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Sessions: 1
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Alexandria Technical & Community College
$100.00
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210 - General Lecture

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Nursing Assistant Knowledge Test-Alexandria - #: KNOWLEDGE  ID: ATCC   Section: 11/18/2026
Start Date: 11/18/2026
Days: W
Time: 3:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Sessions: 1
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Location: Main Building - 210 - General Lecture
Alexandria Technical & Community College
$100.00
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210 - General Lecture

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Nursing Assistant Knowledge Test-Alexandria - #: KNOWLEDGE  ID: ATCC   Section: 11/19/2026
Start Date: 11/19/2026
Days: Th
Time: 3:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Sessions: 1
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Location: Main Building - 210 - General Lecture
Alexandria Technical & Community College
$100.00
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210 - General Lecture

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Nursing Assistant Knowledge Test-Alexandria - #: KNOWLEDGE  ID: ATCC   Section: 12/02/2026
Start Date: 12/2/2026
Days: W
Time: 3:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Sessions: 1
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Location: Main Building - 210 - General Lecture
Alexandria Technical & Community College
$100.00
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210 - General Lecture

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Nursing Assistant Knowledge Test-Alexandria - #: KNOWLEDGE  ID: ATCC   Section: 12/03/2026
Start Date: 12/3/2026
Days: Th
Time: 3:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Sessions: 1
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Location: Main Building - 210 - General Lecture
Alexandria Technical & Community College
$100.00
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210 - General Lecture

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Nursing Assistant Knowledge Test-Alexandria - #: KNOWLEDGE  ID: ATCC   Section: 12/09/2026
Start Date: 12/9/2026
Days: W
Time: 3:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Sessions: 1
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Location: Main Building - 210 - General Lecture
Alexandria Technical & Community College
$100.00
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210 - General Lecture

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Nursing Assistant Knowledge Test-Alexandria - #: KNOWLEDGE  ID: ATCC   Section: 12/11/2026
Start Date: 12/11/2026
Days: F
Time: 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Sessions: 1
Seats Left:
Location: Main Building - 210 - General Lecture
Alexandria Technical & Community College
$100.00
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210 - General Lecture

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Nursing Assistant Skills Test - Alexandria - #: Skills  ID: ATCC  Section: 08-06-2026
Start Date: 8/6/2026
Days: Th
Time: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Sessions: 1
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Location: Main Building - 210 - General Lecture
Alexandria Technical & Community College
$170.00
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210 - General Lecture

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