Illinois vs New Jersey for CNA Licensing

Total Fees

$145

$218

Timeline

4-12 wks

6-12 wks

Renewal Fee

N/A

$30

Side-by-Side Comparison

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Illinois is $73 cheaper for initial licensing fees.

Winner: Illinois

Lower Cost

Illinois $145

vs New Jersey ($218)

Faster Processing

Illinois 4-12 wks

vs New Jersey (6-12 wks)

Illinois Department of Public Health / Health Care Worker Registry

New Jersey Department of Health - Nurse Aide Certification Program

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