--- title: Testing Best Practices | National Healthcareer Assoc. --- [Skip to content](https://info.nhanow.com/testing-best-practices#main-content) [![nha-logo-abbreviated1](https://info.nhanow.com/hubfs/brand-resources/logos/nha-logo-abbreviated1.png)](https://nhanow.com) - [Return to Learn](https://info.nhanow.com/return-to-learn) - [Tools & Resources](https://info.nhanow.com/return-to-learn-certification) - [Testing Modalities](https://info.nhanow.com/return-to-learn-testing) - [Schedule a Demo](https://info.nhanow.com/testing-best-practices#schedule) [![nha-logo-abbreviated-white-1](https://info.nhanow.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Marketing/Brand%20Resources/logos/nha-logo-abbreviated-white-1.png?width=150&height=52&name=nha-logo-abbreviated-white-1.png "nha-logo-abbreviated-white-1")](https://nhanow.com) # Prepare Your Learners for NHA Certification: Online Tools and Resources ### Resources to help you and your learners achieve a successful exam day. ![student_header-hero](https://info.nhanow.com/hs-fs/hubfs/student_header-hero.jpg?width=525&height=500&name=student_header-hero.jpg) ## Plan for a Seamless Testing Season We’re grateful for all that you do to support students along their healthcare journeys, and we also want you to feel supported. That's why we're here to help streamline your activities with a roadmap that will save you time and maximize student success. [Exam Readiness Checklist](https://info.nhanow.com/hubfs/collateral/gen/NHA%20Exam%20Readiness%20Checklist.pdf) [PSI Readiness Checklist](https://info.nhanow.com/hubfs/Collateral/General/2025/32-NHA-HS-Q125-PEAKSEASON-psi-exam-readiness-checklist.pdf) - 1 #### NHA Account set-up [Invite your learners](https://knowledge.nhanow.com/inviting-a-candidate-to-create-an-account) to set up their account as early as possible. Reinforce the importance of using their legal name, primary email address (not their school email), and remembering their password.  - 2 #### Share Exam Accommodations for Qualified Candidates Direct candidates to this [NHA Exam Accommodations](https://knowledge.nhanow.com/does-nha-provide-special-accommodations) document for their review. - 3 #### Use NHA Study Materials Encourage your learners to [Access Online Study Materials](https://knowledge.nhanow.com/how-to-access-online-study-guide-and-practice-tests-through-a-course) early, including practice assessments to simulate the actual exam. - 4 #### Download the NHA Mobile App Have your learners download the [NHA mobile app,](https://info.nhanow.com/nha-mobile-app)\* which provides flashcards for studying on the go. - 5 #### Use NHA’s built-in Exam Readiness Tools Use [Focused Review™](https://knowledge.nhanow.com/how-to-use-a-focused-review) and the [Learning Insights Center](https://info.nhanow.com/nha-performance-analytics-powered-by-vitals) to see how your learners are progressing and pinpoint areas they’re struggling with most for more focused studying before exam day. \*Please note that NHA Mobile flashcards are only available to users of select NHA exam preparation study materials. These offerings include: CCMA,CBCS, CEHRS, CPCT, CMAA, CET, CPhT, CPT study guides as well as Medical Terminology, Anatomy & Physiology, PharmaSeer and Communications Skills Builder. ![ExamPrep-icon-11](https://info.nhanow.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ExamPrep-icon-11.png?width=100&height=100&name=ExamPrep-icon-11.png) #### Make a list (or just download this one) and check it twice! In this downloadable checklist, find a helpful list of tasks to complete at the 45-day, 30-day, two-weeks, and one-week marks from your test day.  [Download the Full Checklist](https://info.nhanow.com/hubfs/collateral/gen/NHA%20Exam%20Readiness%20Checklist.pdf) [Download the PSI Exam Checklist](https://info.nhanow.com/hubfs/Collateral/General/2025/32-NHA-HS-Q125-PEAKSEASON-psi-exam-readiness-checklist.pdf) ![PHC-icon-06](https://info.nhanow.com/hs-fs/hubfs/PHC-icon-06.png?width=100&height=100&name=PHC-icon-06.png) #### Frequently Asked Questions for Exam Day NHA experts have put together how-to guides and videos, from course and account setup to exam registration  [Download Exam Day FAQs](https://info.nhanow.com/hubfs/collateral/LRP/Testing%20Season%20FAQ.pdf) ![troubleshooting-icon-decoration](https://info.nhanow.com/hs-fs/hubfs/troubleshootingicon.png?width=112&height=100&name=troubleshootingicon.png) #### Administrator & Instructor Resources Discover steps and checklists to help prepare your learners, exam-day troubleshooting, product implementation details and post-certification guidance.  [Visit Help Center](https://knowledge.nhanow.com/educator-employer-resources) ## Resources for Your Learners See below for some helpful resources that you can pass along to your learners to help them prepare for a stress-free exam day.  ![casestudiesicon2-1](https://info.nhanow.com/hs-fs/hubfs/casestudiesicon2-1.png?width=104&height=100&name=casestudiesicon2-1.png) #### NHA Candidate Handbook [View it Here »](https://www.nhanow.com/docs/default-source/test-plans/candidate_handbook.pdf) ![WrapUpIcon](https://info.nhanow.com/hs-fs/hubfs/WrapUpIcon.png?width=101&height=100&name=WrapUpIcon.png) #### Learner Readiness Checklist [View it Here »](https://info.nhanow.com/hubfs/NHA%20-%20Testing%20Season%20-%20Learner%20Exam%20Ready%20Checklist.pdf) ![webinaricon](https://info.nhanow.com/hs-fs/hubfs/webinaricon.png?width=129&height=100&name=webinaricon.png) #### What to Expect on Test Day [Learn More Here »](https://knowledge.nhanow.com/what-to-expect-on-test-day) ## On-Demand Webinars [View All](https://info.nhanow.com/nha-resource-center) ### The Ultimate Guide to NHA Study Resources: Maximizing Implementation for Exam Success **Educators & Employers** Make the most of NHA's study resources and enhance the exam preparation journey for your learners. [Watch Now](https://vimeo.com/1009884899) ### Insiders Track: Essential tips to prepare for your NHA Certification Exam **Students & Learners** We know that preparing for your NHA Certification test can be a stressful time - but there are resources and tools to help! Join us for this webinar where we'll review some of the top tips that provide a more successful exam day. [Watch Now](https://vimeo.com/1010347527) ### Mastering NHA Live On-Site Testing: A Comprehensive Guide for Proctors and Institutions **Educators & Employers** Learn more about the most common questions we get about proctoring an NHA exam. [Watch Now](https://vimeo.com/1009880119) ![Schedule a Demo - RTL](https://info.nhanow.com/hubfs/Schedule%20a%20Demo%20-%20RTL.png) Copyright© 2026 Assessment Technologies Institute®, LLC. All rights reserved.