Delaware vs Kentucky for CNA Licensing

Total Fees

$162

$172

Timeline

6-12 wks

4-8 wks

Renewal Fee

N/A

$20

Side-by-Side Comparison

Category	Delaware	Kentucky
Total Fees	$162 ✓	$172
Application Fee	N/A	$20
Exam Fee	$110 ✓	$112
Processing Time	6-12 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

Delaware is $10 cheaper for initial licensing fees.

Winner: Delaware

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Processing Speed

Kentucky processes applications in 4-8 weeks.

Winner: Kentucky

Category Winners

Lower Cost

Delaware $162

vs Kentucky ($172)

Faster Processing

Kentucky 4-8 wks

vs Delaware (6-12 wks)

Delaware Board

Delaware Division of Long Term Care Residents Protection - Nurse Aide Registry

Official Website →

Full Delaware CNA requirements →

Kentucky Board

Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services / Nurse Aide Registry

Official Website →

Full Kentucky CNA requirements →

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