NAC Competency Evaluation

AAPACN’s Nurse Assessment Coordinator (NAC) Competency Evaluation is a valuable tool designed to assess a NAC’s knowledge and expertise in accurately completing the MDS 3.0, based on the most current guidance from the RAI User’s Manual. This evaluation helps ensure compliance with federal regulations, supports quality resident care, and identifies areas for targeted training and development. Ideal for new hire assessment, annual competency checks, or as a self-evaluation, the results can inform personalized professional development plans and serve as a validated demonstration of MDS coding proficiency. For more information about what to expect from the exam and how to interpret the results, download the NAC Competency Evaluation Guide. The guide is available as a PDF download and can be accessed in the Handouts tab.

Evaluation Structure
The competency exam is divided into three levels, allowing a progressive assessment of knowledge and skill. Each level contains 20 exam questions and must be passed with at least 80% correct to advance to the next level. Each exam is timed and must be completed in one sitting. Only one exam attempt is permitted during a 30-day period, after which the competency evaluation can be repurchased.