Illinois vs Iowa for CNA Licensing

Total Fees

$145

$155

Timeline

4-12 wks

4-8 wks

Renewal Fee

N/A

Side-by-Side Comparison

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Illinois is $10 cheaper for initial licensing fees.

Winner: Illinois

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Iowa processes applications in 4-8 weeks.

Winner: Iowa

Lower Cost

Illinois $145

vs Iowa ($155)

Faster Processing

Iowa 4-8 wks

vs Illinois (4-12 wks)

Illinois Department of Public Health / Health Care Worker Registry

Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals and Licensing / Direct Care Worker Registry

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