California vs Rhode Island for CNA Licensing

Total Fees

$269

$175

Timeline

6-12 wks

4-10 wks

Renewal Fee

$50

$25

Side-by-Side Comparison

Category	California	Rhode Island
Total Fees	$269	$175 ✓
Application Fee	$100	$25 ✓
Exam Fee	$120	$115 ✓
Processing Time	6-12 weeks	4-10 weeks ✓
Renewal Cycle	2 years	2 years
Renewal Fee	$50	$25 ✓
CE Hours	N/A	N/A

Key Differences

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Cost

Rhode Island is $94 cheaper for initial licensing fees.

Winner: Rhode Island

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Processing Speed

Rhode Island processes applications in 4-10 weeks.

Winner: Rhode Island

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Renewal Cost

Rhode Island has lower renewal fees at $25 per cycle.

Winner: Rhode Island

Category Winners

Lower Cost

Rhode Island $175

vs California ($269)

Faster Processing

Rhode Island 4-10 wks

vs California (6-12 wks)

Cheaper Renewal

Rhode Island $25

vs California ($50)

California Board

California Department of Public Health - Aide and Technician Certification Section

Official Website →

Full California CNA requirements →

Rhode Island Board

Rhode Island Department of Health - Nurse Aide Registry

Official Website →

Full Rhode Island CNA requirements →

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California vs Rhode Island for CNA Licensing

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Key Differences

Cost

Processing Speed

Renewal Cost

Category Winners

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Rhode Island Board

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