Wisconsin CNA exam at a glance
Exam format, fees and rules
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Testing vendor | D&SDT-Headmaster (wi.tmutest.com) |
| Knowledge exam | 75 multiple-choice questions, 60 minutes |
| Skills test | 3 or 4 randomly selected tasks, 30 minutes |
| Fees (from June 7, 2026) | $144.70 knowledge + skills; $150.15 audio knowledge + skills; $37.49 knowledge only; $42.94 audio only; $107.21 skills only |
| Deadline | Pass both within 1 year of completing training |
| Keeping federal eligibility | At least 8 hours of paid nursing-related work in every 24 consecutive months |
What makes Wisconsin different
- Wisconsin raised fees on June 7, 2026; a first-timer taking both parts now pays $144.70.
- You must pass within one year of training - shorter than the federal norm many states follow.
- Registry listings live in the same TMU system you test in (wi.tmutest.com).
How to get certified in Wisconsin
- Complete a DHS-approved nurse aide training program
Your program registers you in TMU.
- Sign in at wi.tmutest.com
Complete your account and pay by credit/debit card.
- Schedule knowledge and skills
Choose an in-person or remotely proctored knowledge exam.
- Get listed on the WNAR
Passing both parts within one year of training places you on the registry.
Test day checklist
- Remote knowledge exam: sign in to the Zoom waiting room up to 20 minutes early.
- You have no more than 30 minutes for all skill tasks.
Registry and contacts
Official registry / agency page: wi.tmutest.com.
Federal minimums that apply everywhere
Federal rules set the floor for every state: nurse aide training must be at least 75 clock hours, including at least 16 hours of supervised practical training (42 CFR 483.152). States can require more. After you are certified, going 24 consecutive months without paid nursing-related work means retraining or retesting before you can work in a Medicare/Medicaid nursing home (42 CFR 483.35(d)).
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Frequently asked questions
How do I become a CNA in Wisconsin?
1) Complete a DHS-approved nurse aide training program. 2) Sign in at wi.tmutest.com. 3) Schedule knowledge and skills. 4) Get listed on the WNAR.
Who runs the Wisconsin CNA exam?
D&S Diversified Technologies (Headmaster) administers testing; Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) - Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry (WNAR) oversees certification and the registry.
How much does the Wisconsin CNA exam cost?
$144.70 knowledge + skills; $150.15 audio knowledge + skills; $37.49 knowledge only; $42.94 audio only; $107.21 skills only (verified 2026-09-23 from the official handbook or fee page).
How many questions are on the Wisconsin CNA test?
75 multiple-choice questions, 60 minutes.
How many times can I take the Wisconsin CNA exam?
Pass both within 1 year of completing training.
Sources
- D&SDT-Headmaster - Wisconsin Nurse Aide Candidate Handbook (August 2026, v75) (accessed 2026-09-23)
- D&SDT - Wisconsin CNA testing page (accessed 2026-09-23)
- Wisconsin DHS - Becoming a CNA in Wisconsin (accessed 2026-09-23)
- eCFR - 42 CFR 483.152 Requirements for approval of a nurse aide training and competency evaluation program (accessed 2026-09-23)