Examination Overview

North Carolina Board of Nursing Responsibilities:

The North Carolina Board of Nursing is responsible for the following:

  • Developing and maintaining the examination content
  • Establishing eligibility criteria
  • Setting examination fees
  • Determining the passing score for the Medication Aide Examination for Nursing Homes

Examination Format:

  • Number of Questions: 60 multiple-choice questions
  • Language: All questions are presented in English
  • Purpose: The exam evaluates the knowledge and skills required of a medication aide in a nursing home

Online Proctoring:

  • The examination is administered with live online proctoring provided by Credentia
  • A proctor (an individual who supervises examinations) will monitor the entire exam session via your workstation's webcam