Alabama vs New Jersey for CNA Licensing

Total Fees

$171

$218

Timeline

4-8 wks

6-12 wks

Renewal Fee

N/A

$30

Side-by-Side Comparison

Category	Alabama	New Jersey
Total Fees	$171 ✓	$218
Application Fee	$25 ✓	$30
Exam Fee	$105 ✓	$120
Processing Time	4-8 weeks ✓	6-12 weeks
Renewal Cycle	2 years	2 years
Renewal Fee	N/A	$30
CE Hours	N/A	N/A

Key Differences

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Cost

Alabama is $47 cheaper for initial licensing fees.

Winner: Alabama

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Processing Speed

Alabama processes applications in 4-8 weeks.

Winner: Alabama

Category Winners

Lower Cost

Alabama $171

vs New Jersey ($218)

Faster Processing

Alabama 4-8 wks

vs New Jersey (6-12 wks)

Alabama Board

Alabama Department of Public Health - Nurse Aide Registry

Official Website →

Full Alabama CNA requirements →

New Jersey Board

New Jersey Department of Health - Nurse Aide Certification Program

Official Website →

Full New Jersey CNA requirements →

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