California vs Colorado for CNA Licensing

Total Fees

$269

$175

Timeline

6-12 wks

4-8 wks

Renewal Fee

$50

N/A

Side-by-Side Comparison

Category	California	Colorado
Total Fees	$269	$175 ✓
Application Fee	$100	$30 ✓
Exam Fee	$120	$105 ✓
Processing Time	6-12 weeks	4-8 weeks ✓
Renewal Cycle	2 years	2 years
Renewal Fee	$50	N/A
CE Hours	N/A	N/A

Key Differences

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Cost

Colorado is $94 cheaper for initial licensing fees.

Winner: Colorado

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Processing Speed

Colorado processes applications in 4-8 weeks.

Winner: Colorado

Category Winners

Lower Cost

Colorado $175

vs California ($269)

Faster Processing

Colorado 4-8 wks

vs California (6-12 wks)

California Board

California Department of Public Health - Aide and Technician Certification Section

Official Website →

Full California CNA requirements →

Colorado Board

Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment - Nurse Aide Registry

Official Website →

Full Colorado CNA requirements →

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