California vs Massachusetts for CNA Licensing

Total Fees

$269

$205

Timeline

6-12 wks

4-12 wks

Renewal Fee

$50

$30

Side-by-Side Comparison

Category	California	Massachusetts
Total Fees	$269	$205 ✓
Application Fee	$100	$30 ✓
Exam Fee	$120	$115 ✓
Processing Time	6-12 weeks	4-12 weeks
Renewal Cycle	2 years	2 years
Renewal Fee	$50	$30 ✓
CE Hours	N/A	N/A

Key Differences

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Cost

Massachusetts is $64 cheaper for initial licensing fees.

Winner: Massachusetts

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Renewal Cost

Massachusetts has lower renewal fees at $30 per cycle.

Winner: Massachusetts

Category Winners

Lower Cost

Massachusetts $205

vs California ($269)

Faster Processing

California 6-12 wks

vs Massachusetts (4-12 wks)

Cheaper Renewal

Massachusetts $30

vs California ($50)

California Board

California Department of Public Health - Aide and Technician Certification Section

Official Website →

Full California CNA requirements →

Massachusetts Board

Massachusetts Department of Public Health / Nurse Aide Registry

Official Website →

Full Massachusetts CNA requirements →

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