Alaska vs West Virginia for CNA Licensing

Total Fees

$230

AK

vs

$195

WV

Timeline

6-12 wks

AK

vs

6-12 wks

WV

Renewal Fee

N/A

AK

vs

$25

WV

Side-by-Side Comparison

Category	Alaska	West Virginia
Total Fees	$230	$195 ✓
Application Fee	$50	$40 ✓
Exam Fee	$115	$105 ✓
Processing Time	6-12 weeks	6-12 weeks
Renewal Cycle	2 years	2 years
Renewal Fee	N/A	$25
CE Hours	N/A	N/A

Key Differences

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Cost

West Virginia is $35 cheaper for initial licensing fees.

Winner: West Virginia

Category Winners

Lower Cost

West Virginia $195

vs Alaska ($230)

Faster Processing

Alaska 6-12 wks

vs West Virginia (6-12 wks)

Alaska Board

Alaska Board of Nursing - Nurse Aide Registry

Official Website →

Full Alaska CNA requirements →

West Virginia Board

West Virginia Board of Registered Professional Nurses - Nurse Aide Registry

Official Website →

Full West Virginia CNA requirements →

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