Testing Policies

Testing Policies

This section summarizes the essential testing policies for the North Carolina Medication Aide Examination for Nursing Homes. These policies are strictly enforced to maintain the integrity and security of the testing process. 

Lateness

• Arrive 30 minutes early before your scheduled examination time.
• If you are late or fail to bring the required materials, you will NOT be allowed to take the exam.
• Your examination fee will NOT be refunded.

Security and Cheating Policy

If you give help to or receive help from anyone during the examination, the examination will be stopped. The incident will be reported to the NC DHHS for review, and your examination will not be score. 

Note: Any distribution of the examination content or materials through any form of reproduction, or through oral or written communication, is strictly prohibited.  

Electronic Devices

The following items are not permitted during testing and must be turned off:

• Cell phones
• Beepers
• Smart watches
• Any other electronic or recording devices

Study Aids

You are not allowed to bring the following items into the examination room:

• Briefcases
• Large bags
• Study materials
• Extra books or papers

Eating / Drinking / Smoking

• Eating, drinking, and smoking are not permitted during the examination.

Misconduct

• Any disturbance or misconduct will result in dismissal from the examination.
• The incident will be reported to the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services.
• Disciplinary decisions will be made by that agency.

Guests / Visitors

• No guests, visitors, pets, or children are allowed during the examination.