California vs Texas for CNA Licensing
Total Fees
$269
CA
vs
$155
TX
Timeline
6-12 wks
CA
vs
4-12 wks
TX
Renewal Fee
$50
CA
vs
N/A
TX
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Category | California | Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fees | $269 | $155 ✓ |
| Application Fee | $100 | N/A |
| Exam Fee | $120 | $113 ✓ |
| Processing Time | 6-12 weeks | 4-12 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
Texas is $114 cheaper for initial licensing fees.
Winner: Texas
Category Winners
Lower Cost
Texas $155
vs California ($269)
Faster Processing
California 6-12 wks
vs Texas (4-12 wks)
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