HCA Test Questions and Answers (2026 Update)
Cornerstone's free HCA practice test includes real HCA test questions and answers based on the Washington State knowledge exam. Use this home care aide practice test to check your understanding, identify gaps, and prepare for your HCA certification exam.
You can also download the full HCA practice test PDF with additional questions and answers below.
Download Free HCA Practice Test PDFs
Start with two full HCA practice test PDFs with additional questions and answers. Each PDF includes 25 questions based on the Washington State exam.
HCA Practice Exam 1
Sample Questions
Question 1
A home care aide must follow the tasks listed in the client’s care plan.
TRUE
Question 2
Encouraging a client to do activities independently can help maintain their abilities.
TRUE
Question 3
If a client’s condition changes suddenly, the HCA should ignore it unless the client complains.
FALSE
Question 4
Professional boundaries help maintain a respectful relationship between aide and client.
TRUE
Question 5
It is acceptable for a home care aide to share personal information about the client with neighbors.
FALSE
HCA Practice Exam 2
Sample Questions
Question 1
A home care aide should respect a client’s personal routines and preferences.
TRUE
Question 2
A client’s baseline describes their usual level of functioning.
TRUE
Question 3
The home care aide should wait several days before reporting unusual symptoms.
FALSE
Question 4
A client’s information must remain confidential.
TRUE
Question 5
Accepting large gifts from clients is appropriate.
FALSE
How Cornerstone's Free HCA Practice Test Helps You Prepare
Cornerstone HCA practice test PDFs are designed to mirror the written portion of the Washington State HCA exam, using real HCA test questions and answers to help you prepare. The Washington State HCA exam also includes a hands-on skills test in addition to the written test. We provide several resources to help you feel confident and ready to pass both parts of the HCA exam.
HCA Practice Test
(Written Questions and Answers)
HCA practice test questions and answers focus on:
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Client rights and professional boundaries
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Communication and documentation
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Infection control and safety
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Nutrition and hydration
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Skin care and pressure injury prevention
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Basic caregiving responsibilities
Want more HCA test questions and answers? Download the full HCA practice test PDFs below.
HCA Skills Test Practice
(Video Walkthroughs)
The HCA exam also includes a skills test, where you demonstrate hands-on caregiving tasks. The skills portion tests students on a selection of three skills that were covered in your HCA training.
You can prepare for the HCA skills portion of the HCA exam with our step-by-step video demonstrations.
Ready to Take Your HCA Exam in Washington State?
If you’re consistently answering these HCA test questions and answers correctly, you’re likely ready for the next step.
Cornerstone is an approved provider for the Washington State HCA exam, offering a simple way to move from practice test to certification without delays.
Once you’ve completed your training and received your credential number, you can schedule your HCA state exam directly with Cornerstone.
Take Your No Waitlist HCA Exam With Cornerstone
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Schedule your home care aide exam in Washington State without long delays
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Choose from 4 in-person testing locations: Olympia, Sequim, Spokane, or Vancouver
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Open to graduates from any approved HCA training program
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Both the written test and HCA skills test are completed in one session
Once you’ve completed your training and received your credential number, you can schedule your HCA state exam directly with Cornerstone.
⚠️ Note: Before purchasing the exam, make sure you have your Pending HCA Credential Number. You'll need it to complete your registration form. You can look up your Pending HCA credential number by searching your name at the official DOH credential search.
If you do not have a pending HCA credential number, you will need to submit your HCA application. After submitting, you will receive the number in your confirmation email from DOH.