New Hampshire LNA
New Hampshire Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) Examination
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A Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) credential in New Hampshire is issued through the state's professional licensing system, which is administered by the Office of Professional Licensure and Certification (OPLC). OPLC provides administrative support to over 50 professional licensing boards, commissions, and councils that license and regulate their own professions within the state, and the nursing assistant credential sits inside that structure. The credential is for people who want to deliver direct patient care - in nursing homes, assisted living, home care, and hospital settings - under the supervision of licensed nursing staff.
The New Hampshire LNA examination is multiple choice. The content is organized here into four areas weighted equally at 25% each: personal care and basic nursing skills; safety, infection control, and emergency response; communication, resident rights, and ethical practice; and mental health, cognitive impairment, and social service needs. Because no domain outweighs another, a candidate cannot pass by mastering skills alone or theory alone.
Prepare by rotating through all four domains rather than studying one to exhaustion, and practice scenario items that ask what the aide should do first or next. Drill the skills that recur everywhere: hand hygiene, safe transfers, and resident rights.
This page is independent study material and is not affiliated with OPLC or the State of New Hampshire. Verify all exam logistics directly with OPLC at 7 Eagle Square, Concord, NH 03301, or by phone at 603-271-2152.
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About New Hampshire LNA preparation
What is the format of the New Hampshire LNA exam?
It is a multiple-choice examination. Every practice item on this platform mirrors that format, giving you one best answer from a short list of options. Before your test date, confirm the current delivery method and any additional requirements directly with OPLC, since administrative details can change between testing cycles.
How many questions are on the exam, and how long do I have?
Those figures are not stated on the OPLC page this guide was built from, so we do not publish them. Rather than trust a number carried over from an older prep guide, check OPLC's licensing and board pages or call 603-271-2152 for the current test specifications.
What passing score do I need?
We do not state a passing score because the public source page does not provide one. Passing standards are set by the licensing board, not by prep companies, and they can be revised. Confirm the current requirement with OPLC instead of relying on a figure from a forum or a used textbook.
Can I retake the exam if I do not pass?
The OPLC landing page does not describe a retake policy, so treat any specific waiting period or re-examination fee you hear as unverified until OPLC confirms it. Ask about the number of attempts allowed and any required waiting period before you sit for the first time.
How much does the exam cost?
The fee is not listed on the OPLC page used to build this guide, so we do not quote one. Licensing fees are set by the board and are separate from any training program tuition you pay. Call OPLC at 603-271-2152 or review the licensing pages before you budget.
Which content area should I study first?
All four domains - personal care, safety and infection control, communication and rights, and mental health and cognitive impairment - carry equal 25% weight here, so there is no low-value area to skip. Start with whichever domain you scored lowest on a diagnostic set, then rotate weekly so nothing goes stale.
What mistakes cost candidates the most points?
Answering what is convenient instead of what is first and safest. Common slips include skipping hand hygiene, moving a resident without checking their ability to help, and discussing a resident's condition where others can hear. When an item asks what to do first, choose the option that protects safety and dignity before the one that saves time.
Is there anything besides the written test?
This guide covers multiple-choice content only. Any separate skills evaluation, background check, or training-hour requirement is administered outside this material. Ask OPLC directly what documentation and demonstrations are required so you are not surprised on the day of testing.
How do I contact the state office?
The Office of Professional Licensure and Certification is located at 7 Eagle Square, Concord, NH 03301, and is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. The main phone number is 603-271-2152, and TDD access through Relay NH is 1-800-735-2964.
Is this site affiliated with the State of New Hampshire?
No. This is independent study material produced by a private test-preparation platform. It is not endorsed by, connected to, or operated by OPLC or the State of New Hampshire. Always treat the state's own publications as authoritative when the two appear to disagree.