Alabama vs Kentucky for CNA Licensing

Total Fees

$171

AL

vs

$172

KY

Timeline

4-8 wks

AL

vs

4-8 wks

KY

Renewal Fee

N/A

AL

vs

$20

KY

Side-by-Side Comparison

Category	Alabama	Kentucky
Total Fees	$171 ✓	$172
Application Fee	$25	$20 ✓
Exam Fee	$105 ✓	$112
Processing Time	4-8 weeks	4-8 weeks
Renewal Cycle	2 years	2 years
Renewal Fee	N/A	$20
CE Hours	N/A	N/A

Key Differences

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Cost

Alabama is $1 cheaper for initial licensing fees.

Winner: Alabama

Category Winners

Lower Cost

Alabama $171

vs Kentucky ($172)

Faster Processing

Alabama 4-8 wks

vs Kentucky (4-8 wks)

Alabama Board

Alabama Department of Public Health - Nurse Aide Registry

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Full Alabama CNA requirements →

Kentucky Board

Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services / Nurse Aide Registry

Official Website →

Full Kentucky CNA requirements →

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