Colorado vs Kentucky for CNA Licensing

Total Fees

$175

CO

vs

$172

KY

Timeline

4-8 wks

CO

vs

4-8 wks

KY

Renewal Fee

N/A

CO

vs

$20

KY

Side-by-Side Comparison

Category	Colorado	Kentucky
Total Fees	$175	$172 ✓
Application Fee	$30	$20 ✓
Exam Fee	$105 ✓	$112
Processing Time	4-8 weeks	4-8 weeks
Renewal Cycle	2 years	2 years
Renewal Fee	N/A	$20
CE Hours	N/A	N/A

Key Differences

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Cost

Kentucky is $3 cheaper for initial licensing fees.

Winner: Kentucky

Category Winners

Lower Cost

Kentucky $172

vs Colorado ($175)

Faster Processing

Colorado 4-8 wks

vs Kentucky (4-8 wks)

Colorado Board

Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment - Nurse Aide Registry

Official Website →

Full Colorado CNA requirements →

Kentucky Board

Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services / Nurse Aide Registry

Official Website →

Full Kentucky CNA requirements →

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