California vs New Jersey for CNA Licensing

Total Fees

$269

$218

Timeline

6-12 wks

Renewal Fee

$50

$30

Side-by-Side Comparison

Category	California	New Jersey
Total Fees	$269	$218 ✓
Application Fee	$100	$30 ✓
Exam Fee	$120	$120
Processing Time	6-12 weeks	6-12 weeks
Renewal Cycle	2 years	2 years
Renewal Fee	$50	$30 ✓
CE Hours	N/A	N/A

Key Differences

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Cost

New Jersey is $51 cheaper for initial licensing fees.

Winner: New Jersey

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Renewal Cost

New Jersey has lower renewal fees at $30 per cycle.

Winner: New Jersey

Category Winners

Lower Cost

New Jersey $218

vs California ($269)

Faster Processing

California 6-12 wks

vs New Jersey (6-12 wks)

Cheaper Renewal

New Jersey $30

vs California ($50)

California Board

California Department of Public Health - Aide and Technician Certification Section

Official Website →

Full California 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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