Illinois vs Pennsylvania for CNA Licensing

Total Fees

$145

$147

Timeline

4-12 wks

4-10 wks

Renewal Fee

N/A

Side-by-Side Comparison

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Illinois is $2 cheaper for initial licensing fees.

Winner: Illinois

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Pennsylvania processes applications in 4-10 weeks.

Winner: Pennsylvania

Lower Cost

Illinois $145

vs Pennsylvania ($147)

Faster Processing

Pennsylvania 4-10 wks

vs Illinois (4-12 wks)

Illinois Department of Public Health / Health Care Worker Registry

Pennsylvania Department of Health - Nurse Aide Registry

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