California vs Georgia for CNA Licensing

Total Fees

$269

$177

Timeline

6-12 wks

4-8 wks

Renewal Fee

$50

N/A

Side-by-Side Comparison

Category	California	Georgia
Total Fees	$269	$177 ✓
Application Fee	$100	$25 ✓
Exam Fee	$120	$107 ✓
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

Georgia is $92 cheaper for initial licensing fees.

Winner: Georgia

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Processing Speed

Georgia processes applications in 4-8 weeks.

Winner: Georgia

Category Winners

Lower Cost

Georgia $177

vs California ($269)

Faster Processing

Georgia 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 →

Georgia Board

Georgia Healthcare Facility Regulation - Nurse Aide Registry

Official Website →

Full Georgia CNA requirements →

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