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What happens if I fail the Kenntnisprüfung (knowledge test) for German nursing?
Anonymous Nurse
Asked on July 28, 2026
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If you fail the Kenntnisprüfung on your first attempt, do not panic. Under German regulations, you are legally allowed to retake the exam one more time. You cannot take it a third time.
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