MACE Exam

The MACE is a national medication aide certification exam typically administered to nurse aides who choose to receive additional training to become certified medication aides. NCSBN develops the MACE and administers the computer-based exam with the contractual assistance of Pearson VUE and Credentia. Once certified, these medication aides serve an important role in hospitals and long-term care facilities by helping distribute medications and monitoring for adverse reactions.

MACE Clients

Seven NCSBN jurisdictions utilize the MACE exam to determine medication aide competency. Click on the seven jurisdictions below to learn more about testing in your area.