HHA Exam FAQ (2026)
Answers to common Home Health Aide competency exam questions about requirements, topics, and preparation.
- What is the HHA competency exam?
- The HHA (Home Health Aide) competency exam tests your knowledge and skills in providing personal care, following safety procedures, and supporting patients' well-being in a home setting. It covers 8 key domains including personal care, infection control, patient rights, and end-of-life care.
- How many questions are on the HHA exam?
- HHA exam formats depend on the testing organization and state. Consult your current exam guide; practice-session settings are shown separately.
- What topics are covered on the HHA exam?
- Consult the current state or provider exam guide for topic coverage. Review the available study topics and eligible question pool in the app.
- How long do I have to complete the HHA exam?
- Review current study resources and access details on this page.
- What score do I need to pass?
- Review current study resources and access details on this page.
- What states require HHA certification?
- All 50 states require HHA certification for employment, but specific requirements vary. Our question bank includes state-specific content for New York (NY), Florida (FL), California (CA), Texas (TX), and Illinois (IL) in addition to national OSHA and federal guidelines.
- Can I take the HHA exam in Spanish or another language?
- Review current study resources and access details on this page.
- How many free questions do I get?
- Review current free-tier eligibility and usage limits. Account and question availability can affect access.
- What's the difference between free and Pro?
- Compare current access options and available study tools. Current validated prices are shown at checkout.
- What is spaced repetition and how does it help?
- Review current study resources and access details on this page.
- Can I access HHA Exam Prep on my phone?
- Yes! Our platform is fully mobile-responsive and works on any smartphone or tablet through your browser. No app download required — just open your browser and start studying.
- What is the refund policy?
- We offer a 14-day no-questions refund. No exam result or practice threshold is required. Contact us at UnlimitedPracticeGuide@gmail.com to request a refund.
- How do I cancel my subscription?
- You can cancel anytime from your account settings or by contacting us at UnlimitedPracticeGuide@gmail.com. After canceling, you'll keep Pro access until your current billing period ends.
- What is the HHA ReadyScore™?
- The HHA ReadyScore™ is our proprietary 0–100 exam readiness metric. It combines your accuracy (70%) and question coverage (30%), with a recency adjustment if you've been inactive. Four tiers: Keep Practicing → Getting There → Almost Ready → Exam Ready.
- How do I know when I'm ready to take the real exam?
- Aim for a HHA ReadyScore™ of 90+ (Exam Ready) with strong accuracy across all domains and consistent practice over at least 2 weeks. A score of 75+ (Almost Ready) means you're close — focus on your weakest domain to push over the top.